Lindsay Spiller
Simplifying PRO Music Licenses for Restaurants, Bars, and Entertainment Venues
Picture this: you're a restaurant owner, bar manager, or live venue operator, and you want to create the perfect atmosphere for your...
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Lindsay Spiller
- Sep 4
- 4 min
When Netflix's DVD Giveaway Became a Legal Cliffhanger: An Entertainment Lawyer Weighs In
Netflix's DVD Giveaway almost led to a PR nightmare due to confusion over intellectual property rights.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Aug 8
- 3 min
Navigating the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strike as an Independent Filmmaker: Understanding Your Options
A List of Options available to the Independent Filmmaker during the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 31
- 3 min
How Music Licensing Works: A Comprehensive Guide for Startups
Starting a business in the music industry or as an independent artist requires passion, creativity, and a solid understanding of music...
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 29
- 3 min
NIL: Unpacking the Meaning, Importance, and Opportunities for Individuals and Businesses
This post explains what Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) is and the Opportunities for Businesses, Athletes, Artists, and Influencers to
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 15
- 3 min
Protecting Intellectual Property Rights for Entertainment Startups: A Simple Guide
In an era where creativity fuels the engine of the global economy, the importance of intellectual property (IP) for entertainment...
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 9
- 3 min
Top 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup
An Entertainment Lawyer lists the 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup Business.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 1
- 3 min
The 10 Essential Provisions in a Film Distribution Agreement: A Guide for the Smart Film Producer
The ten essential provisions in a film distribution agreement
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Lindsay Spiller
- May 28
- 4 min
Opportunities and Challenges Posed by AI and ChatGPT for Modern Creators
This post discusses the opportunities and challenges posed by AI and Chat GPT for Modern Creators
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Lindsay Spiller
- May 24
- 4 min
The Transformation of Film Distribution: Insights from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival
Insights on film distribution from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival regarding the role of streaming, theaters, virtual reality, and festivals
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Lindsay Spiller
- May 7
- 4 min
How To Negotiate An Entertainment Contract
A blog post advising artists about how to negotiate entertainment contracts.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Apr 8
- 4 min
A Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers
A Step-By-Step Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers
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Lindsay Spiller
- Mar 11
- 4 min
What is a Loan Out Company?
This post describes the pros and cons of loan out companies, what they are, what purposes they serve, and how they are created
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Lindsay Spiller
- Mar 5
- 3 min
The Differences Between an Option Agreement and a Shopping Agreement in Film and Television
This post describes the differences between an Option Agreement and a Shopping Agreement in Film and Television
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Lindsay Spiller
- Feb 25
- 4 min
Should I use an Agent or an Entertainment Lawyer when selling my Film or Television Project?
Post about whether to use an entertainment lawyer or an agent to market film and television projects.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Feb 12
- 3 min
How to market your film at the European Film Market and enjoy what Berlin offers
This a post about how you can market your film at the European Film Market in Berlin and enjoy what Berlin offers
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Lindsay Spiller
- Feb 1
- 4 min
Are film and television markets like Cannes, MIPCOM, AFM, and EFM still relevant?
This post is about the relevance of film and television markets like Cannes, MIPCOM, AFM, and EFM (Berlin) in today's changing entertainment
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jan 30
- 2 min
How Artificial Intelligence (AI) will impact Hollywood
A post about how Artificial Intelligence will affect screenwriting, film marketing, special effects, and audience engagement in Hollywood.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Dec 18, 2022
- 4 min
What is a Film Producer's Representative, and why do you need one?
Describes how a Film Producer's Representative can help a film production from development to distribution.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Nov 5, 2022
- 7 min
Drama or Genre? High or Low Budget? What makes a Successful Film?
An interview with Michael Haye, film sales agent, about what kinds of films you should be making and what sells
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