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INDEPENDENT FILMMAKER RESOURCES

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The filmmaker resources listed here have experience working with independent filmmakers. Their listings are provided for informational purposes only and are not meant as an endorsement by IndieClear. All links open in a new window or tab.

PRODUCTION ATTORNEYS

Culhane Meadows PLLC Sekou Campbell
Blake & Wang, P.A.
Greg S. Bernstein
Michael Norman Saleman
Zuber & Tailleau LLP

PRODUCTION INSURANCE

DeWitt Stern Group
D.R. Reiff & Associates
Front Row Insurance Brokers
Momentous Insurance Brokerage
Truman Van Dyke Company
Walterry

RIGHTS CLEARANCE

What are the rules for the printing, publishing and illustration of U.S. currency? (Secret Service FAQ)
Bound By Law (free comic book about intellectual property law and filmmaking)
Copyright Term & the Public Domain
Fair Use in Visual Arts: FAQ
Moving Image Library (free movies, films, and videos from the Internet Archive)
The Fair Use App (An Interactive Guide for Filmmakers and Video Creators)

MUSIC CLEARANCE & LICENSING

ASCAP title search
Jingle Punks (search engine for affordable songs for film)
Moby tracks for your film - free!
MPA music publisher search
SESAC repertory search

TITLE REPORT

Culhane Meadows PLLC Sekou Campbell
Law Offices of Dennis Angel

MICROSTOCK PHOTOGRAPHY

50 Top Rated Websites for Royalty Free Stock Images
Can Stock Photography
1 million copyright-free antique illustrations (British Library)
Big Stock Photo
Dreamstime
Fotolia
Fotosearch
iStockphoto
morgueFile
Shutterstock

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

Sundance Collab A community platform for collaborators.
Filmmaker The magazine of independent film. A quarterly publication of IFP.
Film Independent Supports the West Coast independent filmmaker community. Produces the Independent Spirits Awards and the Los Angeles Film Festival.
Independent Feature Project The source for independent filmmakers. IFP has branches in Chicago, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York, Phoenix & Seattle.
MovieMaker The art and business of making movies.
Women In Film Empowers, promotes, nurtures and mentors women in the film industry.

PRODUCTION CREW/VENDORS

Creative Handbook—Production resource listing vendors, locations, and incentives worldwide.
DM Design Associates—Poster design.

"IndieClear has become my go to resource for all of my script clearance and report needs. They are communicative and thorough with exceptional turnaround times. I’ve had nothing but positive experiences with Carol and her team and cannot recommend their services more highly."
— Jacob Jaffke, Producer
X
“IndieClear provided our project with a comprehensive script breakdown of details we needed to watch out for - their turnaround time was super efficient!”

— Eddy Vallante, Executive Producer
GOD'S TIME
"I've been using IndieClear for years on both series and film projects. Carol and her team provide timely turnaround on reports and the information is clear and concise. IndieClear is one of my first calls in prep and I highly recommend them."

— Anthony Fankhauser, VP of Production, The Cartel
12 YEARS TO LOVE
"IndieClear makes the clearance process simple and thorough. As an independent Producer, I appreciate not just their affordability, but also their attention to detail."

- Daniel Sollinger, Producer
KING OF KNIVES
“Working with Carol and the IndieClear team was a wonderful experience. Their service is professionally top-notch and personally delightful. I can’t recommend them highly enough and look very forward to working with them again on my next feature!"

-Isaac Wilkins, Producer
THE GOD COMMITTEE
“IndieClear is my go-to for script clearance every time!”
—Libby Feltch
THE DEAD DON'T DIE
"Everything worked perfect with you: availability of doing the work - although we were almost in Christmas and you have a lot of work-, delivery on time, report sharp and clear and, last but not least, the best attitude. It was a pleasure working with you, thank you very much for everything"

—Berenice Manjarrez, Producer
FISTFUL OF DIRT
"Smart and accurate reports; kind and attentive service. IndieClear's support speaks clearly to an understanding of what productions need and when they need it!"
- Peter Cummings, Clearance Coordinator
2 HEARTS
"The team at Indieclear made the whole process so effortless and efficient. They were very supportive during and after our production, helping us highlight any potential clearance and rights issues. Grateful we brought them in early."

-Emmanuel Pappas
Producer
SKATER GIRL
"Great service with quick turnaround. IndieClear was a great help for our project!"

-Lim Siew Rong
Unit Production Manager
INVISIBLE STORIES (HBO SERIES)
"Thank you so much for everything you do! You really put a production's mind at ease when it come to clearance!"

—Janelle Canastra
CLEMENCY
"IndieClear is always efficient and concise - I love knowing I will always get top quality reporting on time and on budget."

-Jon Read
FALSE POSITIVE
"IndieClear always goes above and beyond for every production we send their way even with our tight deadlines. They are efficient, detailed, and make the clearance process incredibly easy."

-Julie Lighty
Production Supervisor
CHRISTMAS AT GRACELAND: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
"IndieClear went above and beyond to help us meet our deadline needs on a very tight turn-a-round. They couldn't have been more accomodating. We highly recommend."

—Dustin Rikert, Producer
HOME BY SPRING
"The IndieClear team is fabulous. They far surpassed what we expected not only in terms of turn around time and quality, but also diligence and sincerity throughout the entire clearance process. They have your back! We can't rave about, recommend and thank them enough."

— Elizabeth Westwood, Post Production Manager
RAVAGE
"The team at IndieClear was wonderful. They are always friendly, available, fast and efficient. We use them on all our films."
-Gabrielle Nadig, Producer
THE SUNLIT NIGHT
“Quick, affordable and knowledgable… IndieClear is the best way to protect your “baby.”

— Brett Stimely, Actor/Producer
THE TERROR
"IndieClear is an amazing company to work with. They were efficient, quick and communicated everything to me. It's great to work with a company that is #1 in communication AND work. I would definitely use IndieClear for any future projects and highly recommend them to everyone."

-Susan Gorrell
Producer
REUNION
Owner Oakmill Entertainment and Executive Director Julien Dubuque International Film Festival
"IndieClear is the best and they're willing to work with your budget, a rare combination. Carol and Ioanna are always available at a moment's notice to help you answer any and all clearance questions...or figure which ones to ask! I use them on every show I produce."
— Ethan Rosenberg, Production Executive,
SEND HELP
"I would recommend IndieClear to anyone in a heartbeat. They worked within our VERY limited timeline to get us what we needed. Thanks for everything Indieclear!"

-Christina Bebeau
Unit Production Manager
PASSING
“Working with IndieClear is always a pleasure. Over the years, they have cleared a variety of projects for us; from large budget television shows, to smaller budget shorts and several feature films. Their attention to detail and quick turnaround is such a great thing for production, and their friendly staff makes it a pleasure doing business.”
—Summer Crockett Moore
Choice Films Inc.
"IndieClear is a breath of fresh air. Prompt, knowledgeable, reasonable, and a delight to deal with, Carol and Ioanna produced a thorough report and answered all my questions afterward, cheerfully going the proverbial extra mile. They are a wonderful and vital resource for the independent filmmaker. Highly recommended!"
-Tony Vidal
Producer
FREE BYRD
"Thoroughly enjoyed working with IndieClear. They were fast and efficient!"
-Tom Polum
MARRY HARRY

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