13 Aug

Posted at 10:41h in A/V Rental House, Business, Film, Film & TV, Insurance Coverages, Liability, Our Blog, risk management, TV and Video, Workers' Compensation by
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Managing risk while controlling overhead is a delicate balance in film and television production. Insurance premiums typically range between 1% and 3% of a production’s total budget, but smart structuring can drastically reduce premiums without sacrificing coverage. Here are 10 actionable strategies to help lower insurance...

20 Jul

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Why Equipment Handed Over Voluntarily Can Result in a Denied Claim Picture this nightmare: A client checks out $150,000 worth of premium anamorphic lenses and camera equipment. Their paperwork is spotless. Their Certificate of Insurance (COI) is valid. Three days later, the return deadline passes. The...

10 Jun

Posted at 13:49h in A/V Rental House, Business, Cyber Liability, Film, Film & TV, Insurance Coverages, Liability, Our Blog, risk management, TV and Video by
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For decades, the standard playbook for film and television production insurance was predictable. Underwriters looked at physical risks: What happens if a lead actor breaks an ankle? What if a camera crane topples into a lake? What if a freak storm destroys a multi-million-dollar outdoor...

18 May

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By Chiquita Banks, Esq - BankableBites, 4/14/26 (reposted with permission) For years, the U.S. has watched its own film, and TV productions pack their bags, grab their passports, and head abroad. Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa are winning the global production...

23 Mar

Posted at 09:47h in A/V Rental House, Business, Film, Film & TV, Our Blog, risk management, TV and Video, Worker-Safety by
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Independent filmmakers and boutique production houses often find that large national insurance brokerages lack the personal touch required for smaller projects. For these creators, the advantage of partnering with a specialized brokerage like Barrow Group lies in receiving a tailored policy rather than a "cookie-cutter"...

09 Feb

Posted at 11:30h in A/V Rental House, Business, Film, Film & TV, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, Property Coverage, risk management, TV and Video, Worker-Safety, Workers' Compensation by
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In 2026, production insurance isn’t just something you “get” at the end. It’s now a real-world constraint that affects how you plan the shoot, pick locations, hire vendors, build the schedule, and even finance the project. A lot of the market never went back to...

20 Jan

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Georgia has long been a major player in film, television, and entertainment—largely driven by its strong production tax credits. After a stretch without a dedicated post-production credit, the Georgia legislature has brought one back, this time with updated requirements and eligibility thresholds that reflect how...

11 Dec

Posted at 10:33h in A/V Rental House, Business, Film, Film & TV, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, Uncategorized by
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Independent producers are legendary multitaskers—usually balancing a tight budget, impossible deadlines, three emergencies, and one lukewarm coffee. In that whirlwind, insurance often feels like a chore to “just handle later.” Unfortunately, “later” is when productions get burned. That’s where an experienced film and television insurance specialist...

17 Nov

Posted at 14:24h in A/V Rental House, Business, Film, Film & TV, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, Property Coverage, risk management, TV and Video by
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After spending days or weeks filming your production, the last thing you want to deal with is the loss or damage of your work or equipment. The following are a few tips for preventing the loss of your equipment: If you cannot see the equipment...