The Front Row View (entertainment insurance blog)
Second Edition: Film Insurance 101 & How to Protect Your Film Project
21 December, 2021 • Grant PattenWe at Front Row Insurance are pleased to announce the second edition of our book on Amazon, Film Insurance 101 & How to Protect Your Film Project. Available in both eBook and Paperback formats. Learn how to protect your film project with information on all the different film insurance policies available (E&O, D...
Legal Expense Insurance (Canada)
15 December, 2021 • Grant PattenWith legal expense insurance, your legal risks are well managed. We know you’re busy. You’re running your business and working hard at it. But whenever you have an unforeseen legal issue, we know it means more time and work for you – and it takes you away from doing what you love. Front Row Insurance and ARAG have part...
Third Party Property Damage Liability (TPPD Insurance) Explained
11 November, 2021 • Mike GronerThird Party Property Damage Liability coverage provides insurance for the damage or destruction of property of others (including loss of use of the property) while the property is in the care, custody or control of the production company, and is used or is to be used in an insured production. This coverage is primarily...
Film Production Insurance: Why it is Needed.
4 November, 2021 • David HamiltonProduction insurance is a vital part of any production. All productions should be insured to protect the producers from financial disaster resulting from property damage or liability arising from the production or post-production process. Even if the producer is willing to assume these risks, they will still need insur...
Film Production Insurance Premiums: One Way to Save Money
29 June, 2021 • David HamiltonOne of the simplest ways to reduce film production insurance premiums is to lower the net insurable budget. The net insurable budget is the amount left once various budget line items are removed from the definition of insurable costs. The rate that is negotiated with the insurance company is typically applied against t...
Production Insurance and Renting Crew Personal Vehicles in Canada
18 June, 2021 • David HamiltonRoyalty-free stock photo ID: 1085625869, Shutterstock Crew vehicles and third parties - insurance concerns If you plan to rent a vehicle from a crew member for your film production, there are some important steps to follow to ensure everyone is covered. With respect to damage to the vehicle or third parties during shoo...
The Top 10 LED Lights for Photographers, Videographers and Gaffers
31 May, 2021 • Grant PattenSource: Royalty-free stock photo ID: 1933933148, Shutterstock Light-emitting diode (LED) lights are useful to photographers, videographers and gaffers alike; LEDs have a number of advantages compared to traditional bulbs, including: LEDs tend to stay relatively cool LEDs tend to last a long time LEDs use less energy th...
On Set Headsets: Walkie-talkie Headsets and Earpieces for Filmmaking
24 February, 2021 • Matthew TingeyGuest blog post by On Set Headsets Whether you are a first-time production assistant or a veteran filmmaker, you will have to become familiar with walkie-talkies. Communication is a major component of filmmaking and this is normally done through a walkie-talkie that each crewmember is given at the beginning of the shoo...
Canadian Filmmakers: Navigating Your Certificate of Insurance
4 August, 2020 • Alyson LocacciatoIf you’re a US-based filmmaker, read this blog post instead. Congratulations, you successfully purchased your production insurance! Your broker has sent you a confirmation that your coverage is bound, a summary, invoice, and certificate of insurance. You review all of your paperwork and estimates from the rental house ...
Video: What is a Premium? What is a Deductible?
28 April, 2020 • Grant PattenDisclaimer: the deductible amounts disclosed in this video are current to April 2020 and are subject to change. What is an insurance premium? An insurance premium is the amount of money an individual or business pays for an insurance policy. Premiums are collected and kept in reserve in order to pay out claims as they ...
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