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Frequently Asked Questions
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How can I view your footage on the Web?
Try the Video Quick Search box at the top of this page, or do an Advanced Clip Search.
You can also view dozens of our most popular screening reels by topic. You'll find still frames from our footage throughout the site. Additionally, we can email you short QuickTime samples upon request. You can also watch our demo reel.
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How can I order footage on the Web?
Ordering from the FILM Archives web site is simple: If you see something you'd like in the catalog or in one of our popular topic reels, just email, fax (212-696-0021) or phone in the time code (212-696-2616) and a brief description or screen capture. We'll quote you the license fee, create a screener in your preferred format, and ship it out within hours of your request. It's that easy! (First-time customers must pay by credit card.)
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I searched your database and can't find my request--does this mean you don't have it?
Not necessarily--we're always acquiring new collections and libraries, so it pays to phone, fax or email us with your specific inquiries.
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How long will it take to receive my footage?
Generally we can turn around screening reels within the same day to 24 hours. Once a client selects the final shots, we can also provide same day to one-day service depending upon the job's length and complexity.
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What formats are available?
We can accommodate any format the client requests--just ask!
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What rights come with my footage?
All footage is copyright cleared, either because it is in the Public Domain or because the copyright owners whose libraries we represent have licensed it to us. Music, trademarks, logos, talent, and other underlying rights are subject to additional fees which must be negotiated on a case-by-case basis. (Also see: Client agreement).
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How much can I expect to pay for stock footage?
The cost per shot depends on how you intend to use it. For example, a PBS documentary will cost less than a national TV spot. We charge $50.00 per hour for research and the time it takes to prepare your screening reel. There is no extra charge for tape used or for transfer to tape during the research phase of your project. Screening reel cost is based solely on the number of hours it takes us to assemble your tape--and that, of course, depends on the complexity of your job. We do not charge you to simply report what we have in our database. For more info, you can read or print our detailed rate cards.
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What form of payment does FILM Archives accept?
First-time customers must pay C.O.D. (cash, check or credit card--Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or
Discover). Once a client has established good credit, we bill via standard invoice (terms: net 30).
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Does FILM Archives offer any discounts?
We are always willing to discuss volume price discounts for ongoing projects such as syndicated television shows or for usage longer than one minute in a single project.
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