Filmmaking Survey
Dear Filmmakers, you are invited to participate in a survey that aims to understand the challenges and needs of filmmakers, with a special focus on legal aspects. This survey is part of an American University student, Kogod Veloric Center project dedicated to gaining insights directly from industry professionals. The survey will take between 5 to 10 minutes of your time. Please take a moment to share your valuable insights by completing the survey through the link provided below. ALL YOUR ANWERS ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND WILL NOT BE SHARED TO ANYONE WITHOUT YOUR AUTHORIZATION.
What is your current job position?
Producer
Director
Screenwriter
Cinematographer
Other
How long have you been in this role/industry?
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
5 to 10 years
Other
What type of legal challenges have you faced as a filmmaker?
Copyright issues
Contract disputes
Distribution rights
Intellectual Property Issues
Other
As a filmmaker, when do you find yourself needing legal representation?
Pre-production
Production
Post-production
All stages
Other
How easy/difficult is it to find legal representation?
Very easy
Somewhat easy
Neutral
Somewhat difficult
Very difficult
Where do you go to find answers to a legal question and to obtain legal advice?
Through industry associations
Legal services, including attorneys
Networking with peers
ChatGPT
IP Clinics
Friends and family
Are you aware of legal alternatives filmmakers can use, such as websites with legal contracts, IP clinics, artificial intelligence (would you use ChatGPT)?
Yes, I use websites for legal contracts
Yes, I use IP Clinics
Yes, I use artificial intelligence like CHATGPT
No, I prefer traditional legal services (Hired attorneys)
Other
Would you be open to trying a new solution for your legal needs?
Yes
No
Please provide a short description of why you "would or would not" be open to trying a new solution for your legal needs.
What professional topics do you read to assist with your filmmaking practice?
Technical tips and tutorials
Industry trends and analysis
Case studies and success stories
Legal and copyright issues
Storytelling
Other
What is the access or value of partnerships in your filmmaking process?
Essential for funding
Important for networking
Helpful for collaborative projects
Not valuable
How do you currently interact with the filmmaking community?
Film festivals
Online groups
Workshops and seminars
Social Media
Looking for a community
If you had a Magic Wand what problem related to filmmaking would you solve?
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