Hello all! I have a few questions in regards to an opportunity. I graduated college in 2008 and have been working non-film related jobs for income, but have been producing shorts, and a feature length in my spare time. I've always wanted to make a move into the film industry though. I'm at a point in my current job that I want to get out of.
Now, an opportunity rolled out where a friend from a few years back that I helped a couple times (not paid) on some film work contacted me. He wants to start up a major indie production and wants some serious help... Pre-production through post. He wants me on board.
Have you guys been in this situation before with a start up company? What type of procedures are common in terms of getting paid? Work out a contract, get paid up front, etc? What are some pitfalls to look out for? Any suggestions for some newbies trying to get on their feet in these situations?
I just don't want to screw myself over by not getting paid or going under, but I'm not entirely sure what the usual protocol is?
Now, an opportunity rolled out where a friend from a few years back that I helped a couple times (not paid) on some film work contacted me. He wants to start up a major indie production and wants some serious help... Pre-production through post. He wants me on board.
Have you guys been in this situation before with a start up company? What type of procedures are common in terms of getting paid? Work out a contract, get paid up front, etc? What are some pitfalls to look out for? Any suggestions for some newbies trying to get on their feet in these situations?
I just don't want to screw myself over by not getting paid or going under, but I'm not entirely sure what the usual protocol is?