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Film Production Contract For Director

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Genie Team
Genie Team
Oct, 10 2023

When to use this template

This legal template is a Film Production Contract specifically designed for Directors operating under UK law. This comprehensive agreement is intended to establish a formal working relationship between the film production company and the Director involved in the project.

The template covers the essential terms and conditions regarding the director's role, responsibilities, and obligations throughout the film production process. It addresses critical aspects such as the film's concept, script, shooting schedule, budget, copyright ownership, and intellectual property rights.

Additionally, the template defines the director's remuneration, expenses, and any additional considerations such as credits, royalties, or bonuses. It aims to ensure clear communication, protection of rights, and establish a framework for a successful collaboration between the production company and the Director in accordance with UK legal requirements.

Key issues covered in this template

  • Bribery reporting
  • Delivery method
  • Director's duties
  • Director's identification
  • Director's likeness
  • Duration of Event
  • Material breach
  • Original material
  • Payment schedule
  • Plural and singular
  • N/A

What to watch out for

  • Scope of director's duties

  • Compensation

  • Ownership of materials created by the director

  • Rights granted to the production company

  • Term of the agreement

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Genie Team

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The Genie Team consists of lawyers and paralegals. Our aim is to open source the law and provide high quality, regularly reviewed legal documents.

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Additional information

Business categories

Business activities

Relevant sectors

Media

Relevant company sizes

1 - 3

20 - 49

250 - 999

4 - 19

50 - 249

1000 +

Governing law

England and Wales

Language

English UK

Gender neutral

Yes