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Legal Foundations for Screen Production: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls and Protect Your Creative Work

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Dan Muldoon (Carson McDowell LLP)

Date(s)
March 4, 2026
Location
Film Studio, Queen’s Film Theatre, 20 University Square, Belfast BT7 1PA
Time
14:00 - 15:00
Booking Required

You’re creating content for a screen production, but how do you make sure your project is legally sound and ready for success?
 
Join Dan Muldoon, Commercial Solicitor at Carson McDowell LLP, for practical guidance on the legal essentials behind screen and broadcast production. This interactive session will cover the key building blocks to protect your work and meet industry standards.

The topics covered will include:
 
Intellectual Property (with a focus on Copyright)
Ownership and Chain of Title
Key Contracts in Film & Broadcast
Talent and Crew Agreements
Distribution and Exploitation Rights
Music Licensing, Synchronisation and Composer Contracts
Film & Broadcast Funding
Company Formation and when its required
Regulatory Compliance for Broadcast
Real-life examples of project failures due to a lack of or ineffective contracts
 
Bring your questions and gain the confidence to move your project forward, avoiding costly legal pitfalls and ensuring your content is market-ready.

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