{ Services }
At EASTERN SCRIPT, we specialize in providing research services for the entertainment industry.
The company has enjoyed growth every year since its inception in 1993 primarily due to its reputation for unparalleled reliability and a genuine desire for customer satisfaction.
The company employs researchers in Canada and the U.S. where they:
{ analyze scripts then produce clearance reports }
Clearance reports are usually required to secure errors and omissions insurance for film and television productions. These reports identify elements in the script which may expose a production to claims such as invasion of privacy, libel, copyright and trademark infringement. Our reports suggest solutions to potential problems and contain detailed contact information for rights holders.
{ prepare title search reports }
Title searches detail the history of the use of the title you have selected for your project, listing the extent of its appearance in many media (film, television, publishing, music, etc.). A good title search includes enough sources to give you confidence that your project title will not be confused with another when it is ready for release.
{ boot camp }
or The How and Why of Script Clearances and Title Searches
Script clearances. Title searches. What are they? Why are they needed? How can I learn more?
Anne Marie Murphy has been answering those questions in her clearances seminar for decades. In a two-hour session, attendees discover the ins and outs of this process, learning about the reasons for getting both reports, their content, the research involved, the importance of the work (you’ll need these for e&o insurance!), and problems that can arise when this process is overlooked. This crucial piece of film and television production is not part of film school curriculum. Here’s a way to fix that.
{ conduct pre-merchandising character name searches }
Our extensive character name checking sources combined with trademark searching have proved particularly useful for the producer who intends to create a merchandise line featuring the characters in a production. This specialized research is often part of our work for animated productions.
{ Helpful Links }
- Online form to order a title search or clearance report »
- More information about our clients »
- Background on the owner of the business »
- Referrals to rights negotiations »
Phone: 844.842.3999
Canadian Office | #223-829 Norwest Road, Kingston, ON K7P 2N3
U.S. Office | 41 Havelock Road, Worcester MA 01602
Legal Research for the Entertainment Industry
website | carricdesign.com
