How To Start a Reality TV Show - Zoom Q&A

Senior Partner Barry Chase details the steps taken on How To Start A Reality TV Show in this Chase Lawyers Zoom Session. For those of you interested in a particular section, please click on the links below: 0:00 Introduction 1:13 How do I know if my series concept has a chance to be successful? 3:44 When should I seek investors for my show? 6:05 How do I protect the idea for my show? 9:05 Should I set up a company to own my show? 12:27 Should I produce a sizzle reel vs. a pilot episode? 15:32 What is a focus group and why should I use one? 18:06 How do I get access to the right production companies and network executives? 26:04 Can I negotiate for creative or financial control? 28:14 Should I take a buyout vs. a licensing deal? ChaseLawyers℠ is a “boutique” entertainment, arts, sports, and media law firm with offices in New York City and Miami, Florida. We represent both institutional and individual clients, with particular emphasis on the music, film, television, sports, radio, modeling, literary, and Internet industries. For more information visit http://www.chaselawyers.com or call (305) 373-7665. Produced by Jarred Noah Media http://www.jarrednoah.com