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Effortless and Affordable Short-Term Film Insurance Canada
27 May, 2016 • David HamiltonShort film insurance (Canada) can be arranged quickly through Front Row. Front Row's online short shoot program is quite popular with new and established filmmakers because of the low cost and the simple process to arrange a policy. Note: the online program is for individuals who live or have a company in Canada at thi...
First broker to offer short-term film insurance policies online
15 October, 2014 • Meghan StickneyShort-term production insurance online program Vancouver, Canada -- October 15, 2014 -- Front Row Insurance Brokers Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of their new short-term production insurance online program. This will allow filmmakers to obtain quotes for short-term projects in less than five minutes 365 days a...
Obtaining Insurance for your Short Film | Short Film Insurance Canada
30 December, 2013 • David HamiltonInsuring your short film is a fast, easy process with Front Row Our Short-Term Production Insurance program can include the following coverage for up to 15-days: (note that the online program is for Canadian-based producers only) Insure up to $50,000 of rented equipment for as low as $153 Insure $100,000 of rented equi...
Risk Assessments for Film Productions (US&Canada)
20 November, 2012 • David HamiltonMost workplace injuries and diseases can be prevented by identifying and dealing with potential workplace hazards and unsafe work practices. Q. When do you need to conduct a risk assessment? A. For each potentially hazardous activity or situation involved in your production. I.e.: Stunts Special effects Water work Heli...
Film Production Companies and Lighting Safety
19 November, 2012 • David HamiltonSetup Film Set Lighting Safely Use appropriate fall protection equipment [Amazon Affiliate Link] whenever setting up lighting at elevated heights Ensure that all lighting fixtures are supported so that they will not fall, i.e., use a safety wire [Amazon Affiliate Link] or chain to suspend fixtures Ensure that all light...
How a specialized film insurance broker can help your production
11 April, 2012 • David HamiltonHow a film insurance broker helps A broker will help identify the risks associated with a production. Once the risks are identified, the risk can be transferred to an insurance company for a fee or premium. The film insurance broker negotiates the lowest possible premium and the broadest coverage available in the marke...
8 Ways To Save Money When Insuring Stunts & SPFX
2 April, 2012 • David HamiltonHire an experienced coordinator with a lengthy résumé. This is the most important step you can take to reduce your insurance costs. Close the set to public and guests. Use stunt actors, instead of your "real" actors. Provide a diagram showing where the equipment and crew will be located relative to the action. Place eq...
Digital Film Insurance and the Future | Digital Media Insurance
6 December, 2011 • Mike GronerInsurance for digital features, TV series and documentaries is evolving. It’s the case that many production companies now incorporate scenes in their films that were once captured live but are now being created, edited and manipulated digitally in post-production. What this means is that the need for negative/faulty in...
Film Insurance Claims: What to Do When Film Production Stops
27 February, 2010 • David HamiltonFilm Production Insurance claims can be settled quickly with a minimum of stress if the right steps are followed. Front Row Insurance Brokers Inc. provides claims reporting, monitoring, and advocacy services for clients, including preparing and reviewing loss runs and developing claims procedures. We are a liaison betw...
Film Production Insurance and Trains: Stay on Track
15 February, 2010 • David HamiltonThe film production company should always advise their film insurance broker well in advance of the anticipated use of any railway cars or equipment. You should never sign a contract with respect to use of trains without first having your entertainment insurance broker review the document. If the train is being used as...
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