[Fmpro] Cable TV series Bid

[Pete]

Yes, I emailed Scott my experiences privately, but my
point was to factor in the station weight in your
upfront quote. Big difference between Food Network and
Bravo on the backend royalties.

P e t e
S u r d o v a l


--- Merritt Music Productions <chris at merrittmusic.com>
wrote:

> Hi Scott,
> 
> It makes a HUGE difference whether it is Bravo or
> Food (a Scripps network.)
> With Scripps, it will be a TOTAL buyout and they
> will own the music plus
> there will be no PRO income.
> 
> The "THEME" music really should be a separate
> negotiation and pay from $3k
> to $15k.
> 
> As far as the internal music for the show, I know of
> music companies doing a
> 30min cable show for as little as $2,500, on BUYOUT
> (but writer keeps
> "writer share.")  But that is ridiculous.
> 
> I would suggest a starting rate of $10k, no buyout,
> for internal music per
> episode.  Be willing to negotiate down to maybe $5k.
>  Be ready to walk away
> if not happy with the deal.
> 
> Best of luck!
> 
> Chris
> 
> Merritt Music Productions LLC
> 9701 Clearwater Drive
> Knoxville, TN 37923
> merrittmusic.com
> (323) 306-3057 (Los Angeles)
> (347) 767-2952 (New York)
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