Independent Filmmakerâs List of Crew and Talent Release Forms for Filming
Independent Filmmakerâs List of Crew and Talent Release Forms for Filming As an independent filmmaker, the crew and talent release forms that you must include in your chain of title are vital to both ensuring that you can obtain E&O insurance and for distribution. In fact, crew and talent release forms for filming are required […]
Identifying Film Copyright Protection for Found Footage Projects
As a new filmmaker, you might be considering the creation of a found footage film in which you are going to use existing motion picture projects to create your own, new film. If youâre wondering what the process is in identifying film copyright protection for found footage projects, youâre not alone! Many new filmmakers embark […]
An Indie Filmmakerâs Guide to Pre-Sale Distribution Agreements
An Indie Filmmakerâs Guide to Pre-Sale Distribution Agreements As an independent filmmaker youâve probably encountered many situations in which youâve attempted to secure financing for your production ahead of actually scheduling your shoot. Most independent film producers have to take special measures to find and secure adequate financing for the projects theyâre in and will […]
Deconstructing the Film Crew Deal Memo: Whatâs Inside and What Does it Mean?
Deconstructing the Film Crew Deal Memo: Whatâs Inside and What Does it Mean? The film crew deal memo is a unique employment contract which represents the agreements and underlying expectations initiated by the film production company and the film crew. Outlining each of the key terms or agreements that are initiated between the film crew […]
Is an Actor Release Form for Short Film Required & Whatâs Included?
Is an Actor Release Form for Short Film Required & Whatâs Included? Signed actor release forms are a staple in the film industry, and whether youâre producing a feature film or a short film doesnât matter. If youâre considering a short film project but youâre wondering whether you should actually obtain an actor release form […]
Preparing for Pilot Season in Film Industry Fashion
Preparing for Pilot Season in Film Industry Fashion Pilot season represents a unique and exciting time for film industry professionals, but itâs also a very busy time. The typical pilot season in film industry standards is certainly active. Thereâs always the potential for dozens of different networks to produce new shows and, for the filmmaker, […]
Understanding Your Film Rights Purchase Agreement
Understanding Your Film Rights Purchase Agreement When it comes to purchasing the rights to produce a film, youâre going to face a lot of paperwork and individual requirements for negotiations. Generally, before you can enter a film rights purchase agreement between yourself and the original copyright owner of a book or other work. Three will […]
What is an âAccredited Investorâ for Film & What Does it Mean?
What is an âAccredited Investorâ for Film & What Does it Mean? Securing adequate financing for your film is certainly one of the most challenging tasks youâll face throughout the course of production. Whether youâre entirely new to the industry, or youâve been involved in the film industry for quite some time, youâre going to […]
The SAG Exhibit G Form: Understanding SAG-AFTRAâs Time Reporting
The SAG Exhibit G Form: Understanding SAG-AFTRAâs Time Reporting Anyone thatâs worked the film set for even a fraction of time knows that thereâs a lot going on throughout the production at a given moment. And if youâve ever been involved in assistant directing, you know that a lot of the time that is spent […]
What to Expect with a Deferred Payment Agreement for a Film Crew
What to Expect with a Deferred Payment Agreement for a Film Crew The deferral of payments is a common process in independent filmmaking. In fact, independent films are largely known for being cash poor. And for having to take extenuating circumstances in order to achieve successful production. Sometimes this includes preparing deferred payment agreements for […]