What's involved in the Doumentary? at DVinfo.net

Mick Isdes · February 6th, 2005, 04:02 PM

I am in talks with a community organization to produce a doumentary and I have some questions hopefully someone can help.

I plan on making a :30 to :45 minute doc. on this org. it's all community operated and participation in the doc is entirely voluntary so I will provide a sign up sheet. I only plan on doing this to enhance my resume'(no monetary gain, not for profit) and also document a 30 year+ community project.

What are some precautions I should be aware of?

Should I apply for a grant prior to shooting? if so where's a good place to start?

What could I be held liable for? I am not a L.L.C. nor am I insured.
and if so how can I protect myself?

If there is any other knowledge to share that would be great!

Thanks,

Mick

Rob Lohman · February 8th, 2005, 04:29 AM

Welcome aboard DVInfo.net Mick!

Insurance is something you will probably need. I'd say the best
would be to get an media lawyer/attorney (forgot which it is) to
help you through such questions and make sure you are correctly
covered etc.

Mick Isdes · February 9th, 2005, 10:00 AM

Great thanks for the reply!
I have found out after hours of leg work and speaking with legal counsel that it will cost an arm and a leg.....reason being...Copyright
Oh well let'em keep it.
Laters,
Mick

February 6th, 2005, 04:02 PM	#1
Mick Isdes Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: HI Posts: 93	What's involved in the Doumentary? I am in talks with a community organization to produce a doumentary and I have some questions hopefully someone can help. I plan on making a :30 to :45 minute doc. on this org. it's all community operated and participation in the doc is entirely voluntary so I will provide a sign up sheet. I only plan on doing this to enhance my resume'(no monetary gain, not for profit) and also document a 30 year+ community project. What are some precautions I should be aware of? Should I apply for a grant prior to shooting? if so where's a good place to start? What could I be held liable for? I am not a L.L.C. nor am I insured. and if so how can I protect myself? If there is any other knowledge to share that would be great! Thanks, Mick

February 8th, 2005, 04:29 AM	#2
Rob Lohman RED Code Chef Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Holland Posts: 12,514	Welcome aboard DVInfo.net Mick! Insurance is something you will probably need. I'd say the best would be to get an media lawyer/attorney (forgot which it is) to help you through such questions and make sure you are correctly covered etc. __________________ Rob Lohman, visuar@iname.com DV Info Wrangler & RED Code Chef Join the DV Challenge \| Lady X Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Buy from the best: DVinfo.net sponsors

February 9th, 2005, 10:00 AM	#3
Mick Isdes Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: HI Posts: 93	Great thanks for the reply! I have found out after hours of leg work and speaking with legal counsel that it will cost an arm and a leg.....reason being...Copyright Oh well let'em keep it. Laters, Mick