Hired-In Equipment Insurance for Crew Studio Creators

Specialist business insurance suitable for Creators using hired equipment from Crew Studio.

Get Hired Equipment insurance to cover your project with Mode Insurance.

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Hired Equipment Insurance Designed for Crew Studio Creators

Specialist business insurance suitable for Creators using hired equipment from Crew Studio.

Get Hired Equipment insurance to cover your project with Mode Insurance.

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Mode Insurance is proud to partner with Crew Studio to offer their creators fast, short term hired in equipment insurance, tailored to meet the precise requirements of hire houses and the unpredictable demands of location work.

Together, we help filmmakers secure the necessary proof of cover, covering accidental damage, theft (including unattended vehicle), continuing hire charges and more, so they can collect gear quickly and focus on the shoot, confident behind the lens and with the right documents in place.

All Creators must confirm that they have the required Equipment insurance to cover the full value of the equipment
hired via Crew Studio

Our Hired Equipment Insurance could indemnify you for either the repair or replacement of equipment that you have
hired in, leased or borrowed if it is lost, stolen or damaged.

Depending on your contract, we will treat the equipment you have hired as if you own it. This means that you do not
need to add a separate insured amount for hired-in equipment, it fits within the total sums insured you have under
equipment insurance.

We offer up to £50k of cover for all of your important equipment, which includes gear that you have had to hire. For
equipment valued over £50K, call 
0330 236 6408 for a specialised quote.

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Noah Hecht
Freelance Cinematographer

Mode Insurance was excellent in supporting the production.

Beyond just providing cover, they take the time to help creators understand how to keep equipment safe and what to look out for.

Insurance is one of those things you hope you never need to use, but knowing you’re covered lets you focus fully on the creative work. That peace of mind is invaluable.

About Hired Equipment Insurance

Mode Insurance provides Hired Equipment insurance so you can protect your hired equipment against loss, theft and
accidental damage.

Our business equipment insurance can cover:

  • Technical Equipment - cameras, laptops, graphic tablets, sound equipment and more.
  • Musical Instruments - from guitars to keyboards, drums to violins.
  • Specialised Tools - specific tools for crafts like sculpting, painting or woodworking.
  • Portable Gear - equipment you take on-the-go, from location shoots to client meetings.

This includes the following equipment used in connection with the business which belongs to you or for which you are legally responsible:

  • Cameras, laptops and graphic tablets
  • Musical instruments and accessories
  • Cameras and ancillary equipment
  • PA, sound and lighting equipment
  • Portable electrical equipment
  • Mechanical effects equipment
  • Grip equipment
  • Props, sets and wardrobes
  • Make-up and prosthetics
  • Editing and recording equipment
  • Video and broadcast equipment

Short Film Insurance

Do you just need insurance to cover the production of your short film? Click here for more information. 

FAQs

Below we have listed the most common questions we get from self-employed creatives about Equipment Insurance.

For more information, read our guide: Equipment Insurance – Everything You Need To Know

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How much Equipment Insurance cover do I need?

This will depend on the value of your equipment and how much it would cost to replace it all if it were stolen, lost or accidentally damaged.

We can provide up to £50k of Equipment Insurance to cover all of your vital work gear. If the value of your equipment exceeds £50K, call 0330 236 6408 for a specialised quote.

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What else should you consider when buying business equipment insurance?

When considering Equipment Insurance for your creative business, it's important to pay attention to a few key aspects:

Excess - consider the excess amount on your policy. If the excess is higher than the cost of replacing your damaged or stolen equipment, then the policy might not offer the best value. It's important to balance the excess with potential costs. At Mode Insurance, our standard excess for Equipment Insurance is set at £350.

Exclusions - be vigilant about the exclusions in your policy. Always review the policy details to understand exactly what is and isn't covered. Typically, insurance policies require evidence of forced entry for theft claims to be valid.

Value of your Equipment - make sure you have an accurate valuation of your equipment for insurance purposes. Keep receipts and take photos of all insured items. Accurate documentation can expedite claim processing and prevent overpaying for coverage or being underinsured in the event of a claim.

We Also Offer

Public Liability Insurance

This provides cover for claims made against you if you
cause property damage or personal injury to a third
party during your normal business activities.

Learn more about Public Liability Insurance

Employers’ Liability Insurance

If your creative business has employees on the payroll, then it is a legal requirement for you to have an Employers' Liability Insurance policy in place.

Learn more about Employers' Liability Insurance

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Often referred to as PI insurance, this is designed to
provide cover for potential claims made against you for
errors, omissions or professional negligence.

Learn more about Professional Indemnity Insurance