What kind of agreement does a filmmaker need to have with a charity if they are also seeking government film financing?
If a filmmaker has interest from a government funding agency they will have to show that they have the rights to produce the documentary. The charitable organisation should not have any copyright in the production. Each relationship between filmmaker and charity will be unique and may require a letter of agreement covering expectations, responsibilities, issues of access and use of footage. It is essential to put agreements in writing to make expectations clear on all sides.
