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When most people look at a camera, lens, or production switcher, they see a piece of equipment. At Broadcast Video Auctions, we see something more: years of productions, broadcasts, and creative work behind every item. One of the most rewarding parts of our business is helping companies and professionals find new homes for equipment that still has a lot of life left in it. Recently, we worked with a client who was downsizing a facility and needed to liquidate a large inventory of professional broadcast gear. What could have been a difficult and time-consuming process became an opportunity to connect hundreds of buyers with quality equipment while generating a strong return for the seller. As bidding unfolded, items found their way to production companies, churches, schools, independent filmmakers, and content creators across the country. Equipment that they no longer needed was back in service, helping to create new projects and tell new stories. That's one of the things we enjoy most about what we do. It's about helping sellers maximize the value of their equipment while connecting buyers with the professional tools they need for their next production. If you're considering selling broadcast, cinema, production, post-production, or A/V equipment, now is the perfect time to get involved. Our next auction is already in preparation, and we're actively accepting consignments. Send us your equipment list today and discover how Broadcast Video Auctions can help turn your surplus gear into an opportunity. Contact us with your list at [email protected] Looking for your next piece of gear? If you're a buyer searching for professional equipment, we'd love to help you find it. Scan the QR code below or visit BroadcastVideoAuctions.com and sign up for our email blast. You'll be the first to know when new gear hits the block, so your next production tool never slips past you.

Los Angeles, CA - Step and Repeat LA brought its custom event branding expertise to Santa Barbara for an exclusive screening of Heart of the Beast , the new survival adventure starring Brad Pitt and directed by David Ayer. The private screening took place at Santa Barbara's historic SBIFF Riviera Theatre ahead of the film's theatrical release. Step and Repeat LA created a custom media wall for the event, providing a polished branded backdrop designed to complement the high-profile film screening and give guests a dedicated setting for photographs and event coverage. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Santa Barbara, the screening offered an intimate setting for the highly anticipated film, which follows Special Forces officer James Belmont and his combat dog, Odin, after a plane crash leaves them stranded in the Alaskan wilderness. The film explores survival, resilience and the bond between a soldier and his canine companion. Heart of the Beast is directed by David Ayer and stars Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons and Anna Lambe. The Santa Barbara screening drew a notable entertainment-industry crowd, with guests including Josh Brolin and Zoe Saldaña, adding to the event's star-studded atmosphere. For Step and Repeat LA, the project reflects the company's continued work supporting film premieres, private screenings, press events and entertainment-industry activations throughout Southern California. From custom media walls and step-and-repeats to dimensional signage and complete event branding, Step and Repeat LA creates visual environments designed to make a lasting impression both in person and in photographs. The custom media wall helped establish a branded focal point at the Riviera Theatre, providing an elevated backdrop for the exclusive screening and reinforcing the cinematic presentation of the evening. Heart of the Beast is now in theaters nationwide. Step and Repeat LA is a Los Angeles-based event branding and production company specializing in custom media walls, step-and-repeats, 3D signage, fabric displays, red carpet environments and branded event installations. Serving premieres, screenings, corporate events, brand activations and entertainment-industry events throughout Los Angeles and Southern California, the company provides custom solutions designed to bring event branding to life. For more information: Visit www.stepandrepeatla.com Contact [email protected]

Los Angeles - New Media Film Festival®, long known for championing boundary pushing storytelling and emerging technologies, is expanding its awards lineup with a new Talent Award, debuting live in Los Angeles during the festival's 18th edition. The category marks a bold acknowledgment of what has always been at the heart of innovation: the humans whose performances give every format its emotional pulse. The Talent Award recognizes exceptional human performance across the full spectrum of media showcased at New Media Film Festival®. Eligible work includes on screen acting, voice acting, hosting, narration, ensemble performance, and character creation - whether appearing in TV, pilots, web series, mobile vertical content, immersive experiences, animated projects, or any format accepted by the festival. True to the festival's ethos: all ages, all cultures, in all media accepted. www.NewMediaFIlmFestival.com Since launching in 2009 - announced in Second Life, fittingly - New Media Film Festival® has built a reputation for spotting the future early. The festival was among the first to feature AI generated films, AR international art exhibits, holographic digital content, and even to fund a feature from a 30 second pitch. Its judges hail from Marvel, HBO®, PBS, BBC, Rolling Stone, and other major creative institutions. "The New Media Film Festival® seemed like an outlier when it started in 2009, with their strange categories, web series, 3D storytelling, digital comics, now all of a sudden these phrases are the new normal. The NMFF is always looking to the future, challenging creators, the market and the audience to discover new storytelling. There are not many festivals pushing the limits." - Oscar Winner Nicholas (Nick) Reed Creators from around the world compete for awards across 28 classic and tech categories, and the festival's ecosystem continues to expand: a distribution library of 200 titles, a built in podcast network, student career programs, and a global audience that includes directors, producers, tech innovators, studio executives, and award winning talent. The addition of the Talent Award underscores a shift in the industry - as formats evolve, platforms multiply, and technology accelerates, performance remains the connective tissue that makes storytelling resonate. Founder Director Susan Johnston notes that "while New Media Film Festival® has spent nearly two decades pushing the industry forward, the world has finally caught up. Now it's time to honor the performers who elevate every frame, every voice, every moment." The first Talent Award will be presented live in Los Angeles during the 18th Annual New Media Film Festival® June 2-3 2027, joining the roster of honors that celebrate innovation, creativity, and the future of media. Submissions are now open worldwide. www.NewMediaFilmFestival.com

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New Media Film Festival® is a Los Angeles-based showcase for boundary pushing storytelling across emerging formats, drawing an international roster of creators and industry leaders each year. Known for honoring stories worth telling since 2009 and its discerning curation and future facing perspective, the festival has become a hub for artists working at the intersection of technology and narrative craft. Its programming spans global premieres, creator driven panels, distribution opportunities, and red carpet events that attract studio executives, award winning talent, and innovators shaping the next wave of media. With a commitment to championing diverse voices and new creative frontiers, New Media Film Festival® continues to serve as a launchpad for work that challenges convention and expands the possibilities of modern storytelling.

In the Apple TV+ action-comedy film Mayday, the iconic SR-71 Blackbird serves as the focal point for the movie's high-stakes catalyst. Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the 1987 Cold War-set story follows hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy "Assassin" Kelly (played by Ryan Reynolds), who is forced to eject from his top-secret Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird spy plane. He crash-lands in the treacherous Siberian wilderness, where his only hope of escaping Soviet capture is an unlikely partnership with Nikolai Ustinov (Kenneth Branagh), an eccentric former KGB agent obsessed with Western pop culture. To build an authentic environment for the production, the filmmaking team leaned heavily into realistic details and physical prop construction: Recreating the Jet: Special effects company SCROGGINS AVIATION built the movie's SR-71 Blackbird from scratch, blending real aircraft structural components with custom fabrications to form a highly detailed, screen-accurate cockpit and fuselage utilizing some real structure and parts. We also supplied the F/A-18 Hornet cockpit in the film. At Scroggins, we have a wide selection of military and civilian aviation mockups including Helicopter, Aircraft and Spacecraft. All aviation mockups available for the film, streaming and television industry... Contact us about your next production: [email protected] also follows on Facebook @ScrogginsAviation for updates on upcoming build. Doug Scroggins III SCROGGINS AVIATION Mockup & Effects 702-776-8363 ScrogginsAviation.com

Today, U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-TX-01) introduced the Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act in the House. This bipartisan legislation is aimed at reviving American film and television production across the U.S., which will bring further economic growth to our communities. Moran is joined by Representatives Linda Sánchez (D-CA-38), Brian Jack (R-GA-03), Laura Friedman (D-CA-30), David Kustoff (R-TN-08), Judy Chu (D-CA-28), Mike Carey (R-OH-15), and Tom Suozzi (D-NY-03) in introduction. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) introduced companion legislation in the Senate, joined by Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA). The bill would create a federal tax credit for productions made in the United States, aimed at reversing the flow of film and television jobs to the numerous foreign countries that are luring these American productions away. The goal is to bring that work back to American crews, small businesses, and the communities that depend on the industry. "When a production comes to a community-from rural East Texas to urban New York-that money doesn't just benefit the production company. It helps the local caterer, the hardware store, the hoteliers, and every tradesman in between who makes film and television production possible. Those jobs are going overseas right now simply because other countries are offering bigger handouts. If we want to keep American storytelling in America, we have to level the playing field, and that's exactly what this bill does. This isn't about subsidizing Hollywood-it's about supporting the American worker, one story and one production at a time. I'm proud to work with Senator Scott and our bipartisan group in both chambers to get this done, and I'm grateful to Ambassador Jon Voight and Sean Astin for the work they've put into pushing this forward," said Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-TX-01). "Having worked in a movie theater growing up, I saw early on how films can move and inspire generations of Americans. Films like 'The Notebook' bring us to tears, and films like 'Forrest Gump' inspire us to see the world differently. That is the power of film, and South Carolina is blessed to have served as the backdrop for both of these iconic American stories," said Sen. Scott. "We cannot stand by as more and more American film production moves overseas, taking jobs, investment, and an important source of American cultural influence with it. This legislation will create jobs in communities across America, support local economies, and help ensure that the next generation of iconic American films is made right here in America. Hollywood's history is legendary, but the future of American filmmaking can be even brighter." "For years, I've been championing a federal film tax credit to stop the exodus of TV and film production leaving the United States for countries offering higher incentives. Now, we have the best opportunity in decades to get it done. The direct and indirect jobs created by this creative and talented workforce are enormously important, and we want to make sure they stay in this country. With the support of the White House, our bill will create an overdue federal program to bring the movie magic back to America while creating thousands of jobs and spurring local economic growth across the nation. This legislation has bipartisan, bicameral support, and it's time we get this passed," said Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA). "The United States is losing good-paying union jobs because it's become too expensive to film here. This isn't about the actors who star in films and can travel for a shoot. It's about the production crews and set builders, the backbone of the film industry. Our bill would create incentives to bring those jobs back home and boost local economies, not just in California, but across the country," said Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA-38). "My Congressional District is home to Trilith Studios, and I proudly represent the craftsmen, electricians, and carpenters who work hard to create movies that inspire generations of Americans. Study after study has demonstrated that American film production delivers substantial economic benefits to communities across our country by creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and generating millions of dollars in local economic activity. I applaud President Trump's leadership in calling for a legislative solution to bring film production back to the United States, and I look forward to working with him and my colleagues in Congress to advance our legislation and achieve this important goal," said Rep. Brian Jack (R-GA-03). "For over a year, I've worked to build a coalition of unions, studios, Republicans and Democrats, and the White House, because we knew that a national film tax credit would bring hundreds of thousands of jobs back to our country," said Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA-30). "This bill is a result of that coalition. It tells every country that has been outbidding us for American work that we are done losing." "Ohio has a rich history in film production, from 'The Deer Hunter' and 'The Shawshank Redemption' to 'The Avengers' and 'A Christmas Story.' Many of these filming locations have become tourist attractions and are economic drivers to this day. The film industry provides high-paying jobs for artists, small businesses, and union workers. As other countries implement beneficial tax incentives to draw production away from the United States, Congress must work to ensure the United States stays competitive. I would like to commend Representative Moran for introducing this important legislation. As Chairman of the Humanities Caucus and a member of the tax-writing committee, I am confident this bill will help the United States maintain its global influence, as well as the high-paying jobs, associated with film production," said Rep. Mike Carey (R-OH-15). "For generations, Southern California has been the heart of America's film and television industry, supporting thousands of workers and small businesses in the San Gabriel Valley and across our region. But today, too many productions are leaving for other countries, taking good-paying jobs and economic opportunity with them. We cannot stand by while communities across the United States lose these productions and the jobs they support. That's why I am so proud to co-lead the bipartisan, bicameral Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act, which will create a new federal tax credit to incentivize film and television production here in America. This bill will help bring productions and jobs back home, support our creative workforce, and keep Southern California the entertainment capital of the world," said Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA-28). "The film and TV industry is an economic engine in New York. It supports thousands of good jobs at good wages," said Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY-03). "America is the entertainment leader of the world and this bill incentivizes filmmakers and studios to hire American workers. I'm proud to help lead this commonsense, bipartisan effort." What the Bill Does - Creates a new federal tax credit for American film and television productionsGives an added incentive to productions filmed in rural communities designated as federal Opportunity Zones - Gives an added incentive to productions filmed in federally declared disaster areasCovers every phase of production, including principal photography, traditional post-production, and visual effects, as long as the work happens in the United States - Extends the benefit to the whole country, beyond major hubs like Los Angeles and New York Texas already has a program that mirrors this legislation. In 2025, the state passed Senate Bill 22 (SB 22), committing $300 million every two years through 2035 to the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program (TMIIIP). Productions that qualify can get back 5 to 25 percent of what they spend in the state, and there are extra grants on top of that for projects that film in rural areas, use historic sites, or partner with Texas universities to train workers. The industry already supports more than 59,000 jobs and $4.8 billion in wages in Texas alone. The Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act builds a federal layer on top of what Texas is already doing under TMIIIP. Endorsed by: American Federation of Musicians, American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP), Coalition for American Production (CAP), CreativeFuture, Directors Guild of America (DGA), FilmUSA, Independent Film and Television Alliance (IFTA), International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), Motion Picture Association (MPA), Paramount, Producers Guild of America (PGA), Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), Teamsters, Television Academy, Writers Guild of America East (WGAE), Writers Guild of America West (WGAW) "I want to thank President Trump for bringing national attention to the urgent need for a federal film and television production tax credit and for calling on Congress to act," said Jon Voight, United States Special Ambassador to Hollywood. "I also want to thank Senators Tim Scott and Adam Schiff, along with Representatives Nathaniel Moran, Linda Sánchez, Brian Jack, and Laura Friedman, for their work on this bipartisan effort to bring productions and jobs back to the United States. The Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act will restore the American film and television industry, put crews back to work, support productions at all levels, and create economic opportunities in communities nationwide. All Americans want to bring our iconic film industry home, and we can do it by working together to get this important legislation passed quickly." "Paramount fully supports this legislation and thanks Representative Moran for his bipartisan leadership on this important issue. America's highly skilled production workforce - including camera operators, set production designers, editors, visual effects artists, lighting and sound crews, costume and makeup teams, transportation workers, filmmakers, and countless others - are critical to our nation's economy and have built and powered one of this country's greatest cultural exports. We believe now is the time to pursue this important legislation, so we can support our critical production workers and make more films and TV right here at home. Paramount will continue working closely with our union partners and the broader creative industry at every level to help support this effort," said David Ellison, Chairman and CEO of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation. "SAG-AFTRA is proud to partner with our fellow unions, industry and policymakers in a bipartisan effort to rescue the domestic film and television business. The money is being invested, the productions are being made, the jobs are being created, just not in America. This is a jobs bill and that is exactly what our members want to see. We have the infrastructure. We have the crews. We have the talent. Now all we need is a level playing field. We are the storytellers who inform and entertain the world. Let's get back to doing that right here at home. Thank you, Senators Scott and Schiff and Representatives Moran, Sánchez, Friedman, and Jack, for championing this critical legislation," said Sean Astin, President, Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. "The Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act is the most significant legislative effort in a generation to promote domestic film and television production, and the hundreds of thousands of jobs it supports. This moment is the culmination of years of work by the entertainment guilds and unions, in partnership with the MPA and lawmakers from both parties. The DGA thanks Senators Scott and Schiff and Representatives Moran, Jack, and Friedman for advancing this important bipartisan effort to strengthen domestic production, create jobs, and further build on the critical work already underway through state incentives in California, New York, Illinois, Georgia, and elsewhere. We also acknowledge the leadership of Ambassador Voight on this issue. We look forward to working with our partners in Congress, labor, the Administration, and at the studios to get this bill signed into law," said Christopher Nolan, President, Directors Guild of America. "The Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act would deliver a true gamechanger for American creators, workers, and businesses, a federal incentive that supercharges production at home, fuels jobs and growth in local communities, and makes the United States a more competitive destination for the next generation of great film and television. There's a reason everyone from President Trump to a bipartisan group of members in Congress to studios, unions, guilds, and more want to get this done. Passing this legislation could inject $250 billion into the country's economy and deliver nearly 145,000 new jobs every year across all 50 states. That's a story we can write together by enacting this bill, to ensure that more stories are crafted, created, and made here in America. The Motion Picture Association thanks Senators Tim Scott and Adam Schiff, and Representatives Nathaniel Moran, Linda Sánchez, Brian Jack, Laura Friedman, Mike Carey, Judy Chu, David Kustoff, and Tom Suozzi for their leadership in support of America's creative economy," said Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO, Motion Picture Association. Read full statements of support from these organizations and industry leaders here. Background: Many of the films Americans watch again and again were made here, by American crews, in American towns. "The Sandlot" was shot in Salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah. "Jaws" was filmed on Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. "Top Gun" was made in San Diego. "The Shawshank Redemption" was filmed in Mansfield, Ohio, and went on to become one of the most beloved American films ever made. "Singin' in the Rain" was shot at MGM's old studios in Culver City, and "The Natural" was filmed in Buffalo, New York. If those productions had gone somewhere cheaper, they wouldn't be the movies people know today. The legislation follows public comments from President Trump this summer encouraging Congress to act on a bipartisan basis to bring film and television production back to the United States. Additional input and analysis on the legislation will take place as the bipartisan members work through the legislative process in both chambers with the goal of having the bill reach final consideration before the end of the year. This legislation builds on work Rep. Moran began earlier this month, when he co-founded the bipartisan Congressional American Film & TV Production Caucus alongside Reps. Brian Jack (R-GA-03), Laura Friedman (D-CA-30), Linda Sánchez (D-CA-38), Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11), and Tom Suozzi (D-NY-03) to revitalize American film and television production.

Crew, Contractors, & Compliance

In today's video and photo production industry, producers often rely on a mix of W-2 and 1099 freelance crew members to bring creative projects to life. While this flexibility helps businesses scale efficiently, it can also create confusion around Workers' Compensation requirements, understanding who is covered, and what responsibilities employers may have. Workers Compensation is designed to provide employees with medical care, wage replacement, and disability for work-related injuries and illnesses. One of the most common misconceptions is that individuals paid on a 1099 basis are automatically classified as independent contractors. In reality, worker classification standards can vary by state and are determined by factors such as the degree of direction and control exercised by the hiring entity, as well as the overall nature of the working relationship. Before production begins, it's a good idea to review worker classifications for each crew member, understand applicable state requirements, and maintain clear documentation for everyone working on the project. If your intent is to hire an independent contractor, consider obtaining a certificate of insurance (COI) and ensure that contract terms clearly define the responsibilities of each party.

Key Compliance Considerations

• Verify worker classification standards with state labor department • Develop a consistent onboarding process for all crew members and contractors • Maintain organized records of contracts, vendor agreements, and deal memos • Collect COI's from all crew that reflect General Liability and Work Comp • Save copies of all payroll documentation to streamline production administration and help facilitate a smooth audit process with your insurance provider Understanding Workers Compensation requirements before cameras start rolling can help creative businesses make informed decisions and operate more efficiently. As production teams grow and evolve, periodic reviews of employment practices and insurance considerations can be an important part of an overall risk management strategy.

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