I'm with Mark on this one. I had a similar situation last year with an Award event. A good and trustworthy friend got me involved last minute, 3 cameras, one evening of filming + cost to tapes and transport. In return we would build a broadcast property that we would co-own with the event creator for a minimum of 5 years. All good so far.
Except after the event, the deal was suddenly off the table. In fact, it was a favour all along to the event creator - who turned out in my opinion to be a dishonest slime-bag. I told the lot of them to either pay our firms normal reasonable fee for the shoot, or get stuffed. They didn't have the money (or any money at all), so I've got the tapes. Next time, no matter how good and sincere my friend is, I'll ask for contract and cash upfront. Another lesson learned.
All the Best
Mads
London, UK
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