Tag: Production
We need to talk about cyber security
We touched on this topic in our previous article; sadly cyber attacks are on the rise and therefore should not be ignored, whatever size your business is. First of all, what exactly are cyber attacks? Here’s a definition: ‘An attack via cyberspace, targeting an enterprise’s use of cyberspace for the purpose of disrupting, disabling, destroying, …
How to avoid risks – top tips for photographers to keep business running smoothing & accident free
We are always going to be here for you if you need insurance, but what steps are you taking to avoid getting into a sticky situation in the first place? Here’s our checklist of things to do to avoid expensive and time consuming mistakes: Carry out a risk assessment for your working environment. Identifying your …
What to consider when shopping around for photography insurance
Whatever your specialism, you’ll need to think about what kind of insurance you need for the type of work you deliver. Do you work as part of a team, do you have a studio, what equipment do you use? If you’re a fashion photographer, do you need to travel regularly? Is your equipment covered when …
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Everything you need to know about insuring props, sets & wardrobe
Some photographers mistakenly think that because Public Liability covers damage to third party property, it includes Props, Sets & Wardrobe (P, S & W). Be warned, this is not the case. When P, S & W are in your possession and under your care, custody and control they are excluded from Public Liability policies. Insuring …
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Photographic kit & insurance. Leave it and lose it.
We insure thousands of photographers, and handle hundreds of photographic claims every year. We have never witnessed the volume of theft claims as we did in the last year. In particular, we’re seeing a huge rise in theft from vehicles. Who knows why this trend is happening. Perhaps the pandemic pushes criminals that bit further. …
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Everything you need to know about insuring hired equipment
Calling all photographers and production companies! Did you know? When hiring equipment from a hire company, you are responsible for insuring said equipment. That insurance must include 13 weeks ‘Loss of Hire’ cover, which compensates the hire company for lost income should the equipment be unavailable for hire due to loss or damage whilst in …
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How much is enough? Everything you need to know about Public Liability
Did you know that public liability is usually triggered by negligence. A Tom & Jerry style slip on a banana peel? Falling on a wet surface? A cup of tea knocked over a client’s laptop? These could all result in a claim. Public liability protects businesses of all sizes, across all industries. It covers any …
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Covid-19 cover for photographers and production companies
We are often asked by photographers and production companies whether there is any cover for Covid-19 under photographic or media production policies. Currently there is no cover available in the insurance market for cancellation or abandonment of a shoot as a result of Covid-19. However, the employers and public liability sections do not exclude Covid-19. …
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Stunts and special extras in film and advertising production
Insurance for film and advertising production will cover the basics of; injuries on set, equipment damage, copyright claims, and any car operated for the production. There is, however, a whole range of special policies you may need to add onto your short term or annual insurance policy to keep your production covered. These special policies …
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The low down: the absolute essential cover to keep your advertising or film production safe
Things rarely go exactly to plan in shoots. Equipment breaks, people get hurt and shoots get delayed. There are so many reasons producers obtain film or advertising production insurance – it protects everything and everyone involved in your production from liability up to a specified amount of money. Each insurance policy is unique, tailored to …
