Any film can be daunting, but large-scale and feature films are an incredibly significant challenge. From their hundreds or even thousands of staff to the broad scope of filming and the numerous locations and tools necessary to keep the film on track, there are plenty of opportunities for things to
In Focus: Securing Your Feature Film Equipment with the Right Insurance
Every feature film requires a significant investment in equipment, whether purchased to own or rented. Some productions have invested millions of dollars into the cameras, lighting, and rights that make a film possible. Studios must buy comprehensive insurance for feature film production,
Cut! Handling Production Delays with Effective Insurance Planning
Feature films must adhere to a strict schedule to meet funding demands, cast availability, and release. However, even with careful planning, studios can only sometimes predict what may happen during filming. From actor injury to unexpected natural disasters, production delays happen—which is what
Global Protection: Securing Crew and Equipment Insurance for International Shoots
In the world of filmmaking, creativity and passion are forced to collide with logistical challenges and unforeseen issues. Insurance for foreign film production is an essential tool that may help mitigate common hurdles in filmmaking. From general coverage to customizable features, studios can
Action! Insuring High-Risk Scenes in Feature Film Production
Films come in many types and genres, but even the most factual documentaries or casual lifestyle movies typically include action or drama to keep viewers engaged. Setting the scene for high-octane action is a unique liability challenge for producers and directors of feature films, as stunts,
Decoding Documentary Insurance: A Step-by-Step Guide for Filmmakers
To succeed in film production, documentary filmmakers—both novice and experienced—need a clear understanding of insurance basics and how they apply them to their projects. Documentary production insurance is an overarching umbrella describing a wide range of policies filmmakers can use to secure
When Plans Change: Insurance Coverage for Documentary Production Delays
Any film production requires a substantial investment of time, equipment, money, and effort. To make the most of this investment, production teams should invest in comprehensive insurance coverage to mitigate their project's risks. Among these, production delays can be particularly insidious;
How Loss-of-Income Coverage Protects Photographers
Photographers must be adaptable and flexible as new technologies become the standard and business practices evolve. Whether they operate in the corporate space, wedding photography, graduation, prom, or a wide range of other niches, photographers risk job loss and fail to secure enough clients to
Are Actors Covered Under A Film Production Insurance Policy?
Films, documentaries, commercials, and other productions can only come to life with a dedicated crew handling lighting, sound, processing, and numerous other critical tasks. Yet, the true essence of any set lies in its actors, who serve as the most direct channel for the audience to connect with the