Producers Without Borders
Our global network of creatives in the Entertainment industry are cross pollinated with professionals that help us thrive as a curated community where we collaborate, create, and deliver content worldwide. Our ability to tell stories that matter comes from the heart of each individual we curate, nurture, respect and honor for their contributions to the nucleus of our group where authenticity is the currency of trust amongst our members.
Our periodic podcasts are tailored to address issues we feel are relevant and important towards our internal growth which has larger manifestations for the world we are trying to improve together.
Producers Without Borders
Studio Precision vs. Indie Freedom
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What filmmakers gain and risk at every level of production.
In this episode of Producers Without Borders, Kayvan Mashayekh speaks with Verena Wieditz, from the Apple TV Original Content Team, about the legal foundations that protect films from development through distribution. Drawing from her international background and experience in both independent and studio environments, Verena breaks down chain of title, music rights, streaming versus territory sales, union considerations, arbitration, and risk management. They explore the difference between studio precision and indie freedom, the rise of micro dramas, and why a strong legal strategy is essential to protecting creative work in today’s global film economy. The conversation continues as they both explore the future of filmmaking and it's potential impact on a variety of other interesting issues.