Long Running Series Sample Clauses
The "Long Running Series" clause defines the terms and conditions that apply to television or media series expected to continue for multiple seasons or episodes over an extended period. Typically, this clause addresses issues such as renewal options, cast and crew commitments, compensation adjustments, and production schedules for ongoing series. Its core practical function is to provide a clear framework for managing the unique challenges and obligations associated with producing content that spans several years, ensuring stability and predictability for all parties involved.
Long Running Series. 19.1 Where the programme for which the Script is commissioned does not fall within the definition of a Long Running Series at the time of this commission but subsequent scripts are based on the same Format which do constitute a Long Running Series then the Script shall upon the first such subsequent commission become subject where applicable to the terms in this Agreement relating to Long Running Series.
19.2 If the programme for which the Script is commissioned would not fall within the definition of a Long Running Series at the time of this commission the BBC shall be entitled to designate it as subject to the provisions herein applying to a Script for a Long Running Series. Long Running Series shall be subject to agreement with the Society, the WGGB and the PMA of appropriate terms for writers.
19.3 In respect of Treatments and any other contributions for Long Running Series the Writer agrees in return for the payments set out in Schedule One of this Agreement:
19.3.1 to attend script conferences for consultation purposes as and when reasonably required at the appropriate offices and studios of the BBC and at such other place or places as the BBC may decide
19.3.2 to write Treatments and/or other material as specified in the Deal Memo
19.4 The Writer agrees that notwithstanding anything else herein unless otherwise specifically agreed in writing the title, Format, Treatments, characters and any other material contributed to any Long Running Series on which the Writer is engaged are (as between the Writer and the BBC) the property of the BBC and hereby irrevocably assigns with full title guarantee the entire copyright and all other proprietary rights in the Script, Format and Treatments and all and any other such material contributed by the Writer under this Agreement to the BBC for the duration of copyright throughout the World. For the avoidance of doubt the acquisition of an original Format created by a writer for a Long Running Series shall be contracted on separate terms.
19.5 For the avoidance of doubt and without prejudice to clause 19.4 above the Writer specifically undertakes not to use or authorise the use of such title, Script, Format, Treatments and characters otherwise than for the purposes of this Agreement without the written consent of the BBC.
19.6 Where the BBC has not accepted a Script for a Long Running Series it shall be entitled to make such use as it wishes of the storyline of that Script in return for a payment of 50% of the outst...
Long Running Series. Where the Script is commissioned for a Long Running Series the BBC will pay the Writer fees in consideration of the repeat Transmission (and any further repeats provided for) in accordance with the provisions set out in Section 1. C of Schedule Two.
Long Running Series. If the Script is for a Long Running Series clause 19 shall apply instead of clauses 5.1 to 5.12 above.
Long Running Series. 3.1 The following rates shall apply per Script:
Long Running Series. 3.1 The following rates shall apply per Script:
3.1.1 The Archers: £995
3.2 The following daily rates shall apply for Script conference attendances (including all contributions at and for such attendances):
Long Running Series. 17.1 Where the programme for which the Script is commissioned does not fall within the definition of a Long Running Series at the time of this commission but subsequent scripts are based on the same Format which do constitute a Long Running Series then the Script shall upon the first such subsequent commission become subject where applicable to the terms in this Agreement relating to Long Running Series provided that the Writer shall not be required to repay any advance under clause 8 (d) above.
17.2 If the programme for which the Script is commissioned would not fall within the definition of a Long Running Series at the time of this commission the Producer shall be entitled to designate it as subject to the provisions herein applying to a Script for a Long Running Series but if fewer than 13 programmes based on the same Format are commissioned for production of one series then the Producer will pay the Writer a sum equal to the advance payment for other Scripts pursuant to clause 8 (d) above.
17.3 Where the Script is for a Long Running Series if any character dimensionally created by the Writer is incorporated in the Script the Producer shall be entitled to use such character for other programmes in that Long Running Series whether or not the scripts for such programmes are written by the Writer.
17.4 If sub-clause 17.3 applies the Producer will make an ex gratia payment to the Writer the amount of which shall be discussed with the Writer should the Producer decide to make use of such character in any spin-off programme/series substantially based on that character.