Ideal Accounts and Appetite
This program is ideal for independent producers, production companies, and entertainment professionals working on commercials, feature films, documentaries, digital content, and music videos. Whether your client is shooting on location, in-studio, or traveling internationally, Zurich North America can provide comprehensive protection tailored to their specific exposures.
Example accounts might include:
- A digital content studio producing a new web series with stunt scenes and animal actors
- An independent filmmaker shooting a low-budget documentary internationally
- A commercial production company needing annual DICE coverage for multiple shoots throughout the year
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
Zurich’s Film Production and Entertainment program offers robust protection with broad coverage options:
Program Features:
- Worldwide coverage available
- Equipment coverage up to $2.5 million
- Liability limits up to $12 million aggregate / $11 million per occurrence
- Over 60 buyback options including stunts, cast, precision driving, and animal coverage
- 100% digital platform—quote, bind, and issue online
- Client portal for policy downloads and certificate issuance
- Competitive pricing and commissions for agents
Coverage Includes:
- Inland Marine (equipment, props, sets)
- General Liability
- Automobile
- Workers’ Compensation
- Excess Liability
- Travel Accident
Additional Coverages Available:
- Cast Extra Expense
- Coverage for Stunts, Animals, and Precision Driving
Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums
Zurich North America underwrites this program through its member companies, including Zurich American Insurance Company. One-shot policies are subject to a minimum premium—typically $375 in most states. The underwriting process is streamlined and optimized for online submission, making it easy for agents to quote and bind coverage quickly.
Territories and Availability
This program is available in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia. Whether your client is filming in California, New York, Georgia, or anywhere in between, Zurich can help you deliver consistent, high-quality coverage for production-related risks.
Why Work With Zurich North America
Zurich North America combines deep industry expertise with a user-friendly digital platform, making it easier than ever for agents and brokers to place film and entertainment business. From specialty stunt risks to international shoots, Zurich’s underwriting team understands the unique challenges of the entertainment industry and offers flexible solutions backed by financial strength and responsive service.
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