Why Do Film Producers, Cast and Crew need a Contract?

Modeling and Acting Agents 1 Review The Agent’s Client List Choosing the Suitable/Fitting Agent For Your Child/Teenager/Self

Finding the correct Agent to represent your child, your teenager or yourself is crucial to success.  Actively engaging in due diligence/research into any potential Agent/Agency is required. examine the Agency’s office for organization, cleanliness, staff deportment – these are the people you will be working with Google the Agency for any online comments the Agency Website must be modern, easy to read, and include privacy safeguards review in detail the Agency’s online Social Media sites talk with the Agency’s models/actors/photographers/teachers regarding the Agency’s client list, bookings, are they

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Guiding Your Child Actor/Model’s Normal Youthful Life In the Acting/Modeling Business Is a Carefully Balanced Life Effort

Guiding Your Child Actor/Model’s Normal Youthful Life In the Acting/Modeling Business Is a Carefully Balanced Life Effort

1 Sleep Being on any filming photographic set takes mental and physical effort Establish a sleep routine for a healthy approach to the industry Never permit an overeager director to overwork your child actor/model Make certain the signed acting/modeling contract specifies on set work details 2 Your Child Actor/Model’s Education comes First Success as a child actor/model does not ensure future success in the industry Prepare your child mentally and intellectually for a potential future outside the acting/modeling industry It is your parental/guardian responsibility to daily monitor your

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Child Actor/Model Guiding Her/His Path to Success

1 Practice Makes Perfect You as parent/guardian have recognized your child’s talent and desires: Firstly, talk to, understand, your child actor/model’s natural talent Find the best training facility to augment her/his talent Practice will develop the child actor/model’s skills Practice will develop the child actor/model’s confidence Video and review practice sessions to build better performances 2 Build Your Child Model’s Portfolio Unless you are an exceptional photographer hire a professional: It is advisable for the parent/guardian to keep a detailed diary of your child model’s action on any

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Child Actor/Models Take Direction Well 1 Director’s Responsibility Understand Child Actor/Model

Child Actor/Models Take Direction Well

1 Director’s Responsibility Understand Child Actor/Model Directors must understand the following: Children are intelligent The child actor/model wants to be there The child actor/model wants to do her/his best Make certain the parent/guardian is present and visible 2 Directors must Listen to Child Actor/Model With Genuine Respect Directors are usually adults.  When working with child actor/models consider: Listen to the child’s words and emotional tone Take cues from child’s performance for your direction techniques Be aware of child’s energy level and adjust the set action accordingly 3 Importance

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Directing Child Actors/Models Legal and Ethical Considerations 1 Directors Understanding Working With Children Actors and Models

1 Directors Understanding Working With Children Actors and Models Become knowledgeable with child labor laws Become knowledgeable with child safety laws Study child psychology Carry liability insurance 2 Directors must Communicate with Children Clearly Use simple language when directing a child actor/model Use age-appropriate language with the child actor/model Make acting/modeling instructions simple as 1-2-3 Make expectations clear and simple Avoid industry jargon with the child actor/model 3 From the Beginning Build a Rapport of Trust With The Child Actor/Model Get down to the child actor/model/s level Do

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A word of caution to All Parents/Guardians Please make certain that it is your Child Who Desires to Become a Model Not Just Your Secret Desire

Parental/Guardian Responsibilities Keeping Your Child Model Safe While On Assignment

A word of caution to All Parents/Guardians Please make certain that it is your Child Who Desires to Become a Model Not Just Your Secret Desire 1 Do Due Diligence on Any and All Modeling Agencies Considered Talk to current/former models of the Agency Read any comments about the Agency on line Visit physical office for location and safety Discuss clearly defined submission of photos to perspective electronic film/video photographers/directors Consult legal advice before signing any and all contracts – it is money very well spent seeking advice

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A contract is defined as a legally enforceable, binding agreement between two or more parties, detailing mutual obligations.

This agreement is legally binding whether written or verbal.  It is highly recommended that any and all production personal insist upon a written detailed contract.

There must be an offer, that is accepted, and something of value is given in consideration.

A filming contract covers the terms and conditions of a film’s production.  For example, the contract details compensation, ownership of finished product and Intellectual property rights, deportment on the set etc.

Contract conditions, properly detailed, guide on set relationship, aid in avoiding disputes and secure the smooth production of the filming.