Grip Agreement
As an Independent Filmmaker, (a.k.a. the Producer of a/your Project), you will be auditioning independent Grips for your Project. As an independent the Grip is not an employee, nor partner, nor agent of the Producer and/or of the Production Company.
Grips are lighting and rigging technicians in the film and video industries. They make up their own department on a film set and are led by a Key Grip. Grips have two principle roles on a set. First is to work closely with the camera department, especially if the camera is mounted to a dolly, crane or other unusual position. Second is to work closely with the electrical department to put in the lighting set-ups necessary for a shot.
Grips also satisfy rigging needs on set. Rigs can include working with pulleys, steel cable or trusses, rigging cars on process trailers and placing camera and lights all around the vehicle to achieve driving shots. Grips are also responsible for safety on the set as it relates to the force of gravity. Insofar as stands, ladders, scaffolds, and overhead rigs are properly installed. Grips are charged with making them safe due for crew members to climb on, walk around, or otherwise negotiate the different grip set-ups.
Signing this contract the independent Grip is assigning any and all Rights to their performance over to the Producer.
This Agreement between the independent Grip and the Producer is drafted in plain English that is easy to read and comprehend. This is a four page, thirteen clause legal Agreement. The Agreement may be filled in on your computer or printed out and filled in later.
Boiler–plate clauses, amongst others in the Agreement, include: confidentiality, dismissal for drug/alcohol/illegal photographs/nuisance etc., engagement dates, termination notice. Your Lawyer will draft any and all other clauses for your Project’s unique situations and circumstances.
This Agreement is part of the Director’s Deal, and the Producer’s Deal.
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