Completion Bond Cost
Definition
Completion guarantors charge a flat fee for documentaries or a percentage of the below-the-line budget for features and series, creating unavoidable production expenses tied to milestone reporting and verification.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: 2-5% of below-the-line budget (industry standard guarantor fee)
- Frequency: Per funded project requiring Screen Australia investment
- Root Cause: Mandatory appointment of completion guarantor for risk assessment
Why This Matters
The Pitch: Media production players in Australia waste 2-5% of below-the-line budget on completion bond fees. Automation of milestone verification reduces guarantor oversight needs and associated costs.
Affected Stakeholders
Producers, Production Companies
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Related Business Risks
Budget Contingency Withholding
Reporting Delays in Funding Release
Union Compliance Errors in Production Payroll
ATO Superannuation and PAYG Penalties
Fair Work Underpayment Fines
State Payroll Tax Penalties
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