Nevermind on the "how much is a day rate" question.. this post answered that:
http://forums.creativecow.net/thread/11/856379#856379
I would still like to know anyone elses thoughts on things I should be careful of... I learn most from hearing "what not to do" stories. Thanks!
Cheers,
Dan Rollins - LiveWireFilms.com
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