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Minor Labor Policy Agreement

Production Paperwork

Minor Labor PolicyDownload (PDF)

Instructions

The Minor Labor policy is intended to safeguard children from being employed under conditions that are injurious or detrimental to their health, safety or education. This paperwork serves to ensure that parents (or legal guardians) are informed about the conditions of employment.

The Producer of a show that involves minor labor should complete both pages of this document with the parent or legal guardian. The first page outlines the terms of the labor agreement. The second page documents any medical conditions or dietary needs, and provides authorization for the school to seek medical treatment for the minor in cases of emergency.

Should any exemptions or modifications to this policy be needed, the Producer should complete a Minor Labor Policy Exemption Request with the parent or legal guardian.

Meal Sign In

Production Paperwork

Meal Sign-inDownload (PDF)
Meal Sign-inDownload (DOC)

Instructions

The Producer should prepare the Meal Sign In sheets prior to production by typing in as much info as possible. Then on set during lunch, the 2nd AD will have each Cast and Crew member sign the sheet. Count the number of signatures, and enter that number at the bottom by Individuals Served.

The Producer will also need to turn in the Meal Sign In sheets along with the Reimbursement Voucher to verify those who had eaten the food that was provided on set.

Sample

Master Use License Request

Production Paperwork

Master Use License RequestDownload (DOC)

INSTRUCTIONS

A master use license is the right to synchronize a sound recording with your visual image. You clear this right with the record label who owns the sound recording you would like to use.

Check the liner notes of the recording to find out which company this is. Alternatively, you can get contact information for record labels by contacting either ASCAP or BMI. You will be provided with a contact at the record label’s Business Affairs Department.

Getting the rights could be as simple as sending letters to the publisher and record label, having them sign and return them. However, you may be required to complete their licensing agreements instead. If this is the case, make sure you have the Head of Production review the agreement before you sign it, to ensure we have the proper releases.

You must get each license for at least:

  • Two-years
  • Film festival
  • Non-commercial
  • World rights

Note that if you do not plan to use the original sound recording, but rather plan to reproduce a specific musical composition in your film, you need to acquire a Synchronization License instead.

SAMPLE LETTER

Location Shooting Plan Agreement

Production Paperwork

Location Shooting PlanDownload (PDF)

Instructions

In addition to completing a Location Agreement with the Location Owner (or authorized agent), the Producer must also complete a Location Shooting Plan Agreement. This agreement gets into the finer details of how the location may be used and all guidelines and restrictions related to the use of the location.

This includes information about: the quantity of crew members; arrival and departure times; parking; craft service; trash; which rooms can be used or not-used; which items can be moved or not-moved; any COVID safety protocols the location may require; and the names/info of the students that location owners should contact during the shooting day.

Sample

Location Hazard Assessment

Production Paperwork

Location Hazard AssessmentDownload (PDF)
Location Hazard AssessmentDownload (DOC)

Instructions

The Producer of a show is responsible doing a thorough inspection of each shooting location and completing this Location Hazard Assessment form. This should be completed prior to a show’s tech scout or director’s prep, so that any identified hazards can be discussed with faculty at the meeting.

Location-based hazards to identify include: physical hazards; chemical hazards; biohazards, animal hazards; plant hazards; electrical hazards; falling hazards; vehicular hazards; fire hazards; airborne hazards; water hazards; facility hazards; and societal hazards.

Sample

Location Agreement

Production Paperwork

Location AgreementDownload (PDF)
Location AgreementDownload (DOC)

Instructions

The Producer should use this contract agreement with the Location Owner (or authorized agent), in order to have the right to use and photograph the interiors and exteriors of the property.

The Producer is responsible for working with the Location Owner to determine the start and end dates for when the show will have access to the location. (The Producer is additionally responsible for drafting a Location Shooting Plan Agreement with the Location Owner.)

All other clauses in the agreement must remain unchanged, unless the Producer is authorized in advance by the Head of Production to make specific amendments to the contract.

Life Story Rights

Production Paperwork

Life Story RightsDownload (PDF)
Life Story RightsDownload (DOC)

Instructions

The Producer should use this contract agreement with the Owner of the life story rights, in order to use and/or fictionalize the Owner’s life story, name, likeness, statements, writings, photographs, anecdotes, acts, appearances, and voices.

All clauses in the agreement must remain unchanged, unless the Producer is authorized in advance by the Head of Production to make specific amendments to the contract.

Image Release

Production Paperwork

Image ReleaseDownload (PDF)
Image ReleaseDownload (DOC)

Instructions

The Producer should use this contract agreement with the copyright holder (or authorized agent) for the right to use and photograph the depiction of still photographs, artwork, and/or motion picture footage.

All clauses in the agreement must remain unchanged, unless the Producer is authorized in advance by the Head of Production to make specific amendments to the contract.

Hazard Notification

Instructions

The Hazard Notification form may be used by any crew member who has a concern about a potential hazard. Use the form to describe the hazard and to describe any corrective actions that have been taken (or could be taken). Please be as precise, objective, and factual as possible, describing only what you’ve observed first-hand.

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Sample Form

Distant Location Request

Production Paperwork

Distant Location Request FormDownload (PDF)

INSTRUCTIONS

BFA and MFA thesis films may request permission to shoot at a distant location outside of the studio zone. Please note however that — due to the added complexity of shooting films at distant locations, the added wear-and-tear on school equipment, and the added stress placed on the crew — shooting at a distant location is not approved automatically. It’s a privilege that needs to be earned.

The Producer will need to present a thorough plan to the Head of Production that addresses the following:

  1. A description of the distant location.
  2. Why this location is essential to the success of the film.
  3. The schedule of travel days and drive times during the production week.
  4. A budget/plan for transporting, housing, and feeding the cast and crew for the duration of the distant shoot.
  5. A budget/plan for transporting, housing, and feeding a faculty member for the duration of the distant shoot.
  6. A plan for transporting, parking, and securing school vehicles and equipment during the distant shoot.
  7. A back-up plan if the camera or other essential equipment goes down.
  8. A schedule showing key deadlines for locking locations, securing accommodations, and any other critical plans. Permission for shooting at a distant location will be revoked if these deadlines are not hit, and the production will need to shoot locally.
  9. A local back-up plan, in case permission is not granted and/or the distant location falls through.

The request to shoot at a distant location should be made to the Head of Production as early as possible in the development/pre-production process, and no later than two weeks before the first day of production on the show. The Head of Production’s decision on whether to approve or deny a distant location request is final.

SAMPLE REQUEST