Of course, there are some risks in letting people into your home. Let’s consider them.
Making a mess is a realistic concern. Our Producers commit to us – and you – that they will leave your home at least as clean as they found it. They will always, at a minimum;
- Wash the dishes
- Wipe down surfaces (tables, kitchen benches, etc)
- Sweep, vacuum or mop the floor of common areas
- Take their rubbish with them
- Clean the toilet
- Collect any cigarette butts
Damage and breakages is another concern. Producers cannot promise these things will never happen, but Producers and performers are always careful and respectful when working in your home. They commit to make a best-effort to minimise this risk. Producers are insured to cover big problems.
For smaller things, Location Owners promptly provide proof of the issue (video / photos), and Producers will make it right in a reasonable timeframe.
Invasion of privacy is another concern. Certainly, Producers and performers will never open drawers, computer files, bathroom cabinets and similar “private” areas (unless by prior agreement with the Location Owner).
Producers may use some parts of your home in creative ways, however. Producers and performers will;
- Never wear, or even touch your clothes
- Never show photos of people in the media they make
- Never consume your food or drinks (apart from salt, pepper, sugar)
- Wash hands, before touching things like furniture or furnishings
Producers have a simple written agreement that the Location Owner and Shoot Producer both sign for the shoot day, that outlines the responsibilities of both parties. They can provide a copy of this ahead of time, just ask!