Needing production insurance for the film scout in case I bump into a tent pole and start a chain reaction where the entire Dakar bivouac goes up in raging flames…
ANOTHER cost on this road to Dakar and one FAR TO CLOSE to my departure flight… In the contract with ASO for the film scout, I must have Production Insurance – Good thing, thanks for reminding me guys! Was all caught up with Chasing the Desert the last couple months and personal interest and professional has converged beyond the point of no return. “sign here”
For you film buffs and fledgling anxious doc-types, here are some of the questions, but most, I was like, ” n/a “. NO studio, NO film neg’s, NO one else in the crew, NO pre-production, NO post budget, NO… you get the point. It is JUST a film scout! But I do want to make sure my equipment, me and those around me ARE taken care of as “anything can happen on the off-road to Dakar…”
Morning Bob, thank you for looking into this under the short time frame… I will address each point below:
1. List of prior productions.
2007: 3-Way Cafe – Feature Film, HDV. Producer, Director. Budget (not including post) $15,000
2006: Wake – short film, DV. Producer, director. Budget $2500
2. Details of filming experience overseas.
2007: Chasing the Desert – Producer, Director – series development and research for North American Desert Racing. Baja Pennisula, Mexico; Cannes, France; Paris, France. Budget $60,000
2005: NIN – short film, DV. Producer, Director – Tulum, Mexico. Budget $8,000
3, Previous insurer including particulars of any losses or claims.
DeJong insurnace, 1 year Production Insurance $1M coverage, Calgary Alberta. No claims.
4. How will the equipment be protected when in use and when not being used?
Equipment will be transported by my own person, and stored in the vehicle I am traveling with during the rally. Air Flight – cameras and electronic equipment are on carry-ons and the remainder non-electronic is under carriage. Secure Hotels before and after the rally.
5. Will the camera be attached to a vehicle or hand carried?
Camera will be hand-held.
the VIO POV1 units will be both hand and mounted (just looking for theft for these, not damage)
6. Will you be hiring any locals in any of the countries during the rally? If so, please provide details.
no – I am a solo shooter who is scouting the rally and locations, taking pictures in this developement phase for a potential documentary next year.
Canadian Film Girl 