• Marketing your property on our website, via our bi-monthly newsletter and instagram outreach to over 5000 media professionals.
• We receive and vet inquiries for shoots from producers and agencies nationwide and internationally.
• We coordinate site visits that work for your schedule.
• We negotiate day rates and fees based on the scope of the production and the impact on property.
• We offer on-location management during the shoot (upon request).
• We manage client service by establishing clear terms of accountability and monitoring adherence.
• We negotiate terms of use agreements and generate contracts.
• We secure insurance for each shoot and vendor.
• We pay you directly within 10 days from the first day of the shoot via e-check (print and deposit at your bank)
• We do not charge any fees to the homeowner to list your home.
• We do not require an exclusive to list your home.
• Mint Locations consults with proven platforms that are lead generators that target our marketplace. We partner with these websites to heighten brand awareness and increase bookings. Please let us know if you do not want this exposure.

• The homeowner is the boss! We want you to be happy above all else. Please let us know of your concerns, your restrictions, your questions and your feedback.
• A standard shoot day is 10 hours (typically from 8am to 6pm), however, some clients require 12 hours. Typically this information will be provided upon our initial inquiry.
• Budget depends on size and scope of the shoot (crew size, stills vs video, impact, interiors vs exteriors, etc).
• Homeowers can host 14 shoot days per year, tax free. Please refer to this clause for details: https://www.irs.gov/publications/p527
• We love animals but they can be challenging for a crew during a shoot. If you have a pet(s), please have a plan in place for the duration of the shoot.
• We request that the interior of your home be ‘camera ready’ the day of the shoot. It is not necessary to have the house spic and span, but please have the dishes done and laundry put away.
• We request that the exterior of your home be ‘camera ready’ the day of the shoot. If possible it is ideal to have your landscape crew tidy up the property a day or two before the shoot and kindly have sprinklers off!
• The crew will require use of one restroom for a toilet and sink, please let us know which restroom you feel is appropriate. Typically, the powder room off the mudroom or garage is ideal. If you have a pool house or guesthouse, this is an excellent option.
• The crew requires a place to stage equipment, props and catering. We will work with you to define this space for each shoot as the criteria changes. In general, a garage, guesthouse or pool house is ideal.
• If you have specific ‘house rules’ please let us know and we will share this document to the producer so that they then circulate it amongst the crew.
• We request that you make arrangements to clear out the driveway and garage (if possible) of personal cars so that the crew can park their production vehicles and have an area for staging.
• Theft has never been an issue on a shoot. That said, it is best practice to tuck away any heirlooms or items that cannot be replaced.
• Photos sell a location. We request that you have your home professionally photographed, interior and exterior. We can arrange to have your home professionally photographed for a fee that ranges from $350 to $750. You will recoup this investment on your first shoot.
• If you complete a decorating project or remodel, please update us so we do not misrepresent your home.
• If you sell your home, please let us know or If you decide that shoots are not for you any longer, please let us know!
• Mint will mitigate any damage that occurs during the shoot, ensuring that responsibility is assigned for damage or loss and reimbursement for repairs or loss is made in full in a timely manner.
• A Mint representative will not be present during client scouts. If you require a representative, please let us know so we can prepare and provide this service.
• Mint can provide a site rep for the duration of a shoot if you prefer. This service is available at no charge to you but must be requested early in the inquiry process.

We vet all inquires, coordinate site visits, negotiate day rates and liaison between you and the homeowner. Mint also signs contracts, locations releases, etc.

Free File Pulls — At Mint, we are confident that you will find the perfect location for your next production. Search our location files by region, style and/or tags. Our database is current and viewable online on your time, at no cost to you. Need ideas? We're happy to do a location pull for you.

Simple, Upfront Booking — When you're ready to book a location, a contract and invoice are generated. A booking fee is added to the negotiated day rate per location, plus any additional charges (e.g. site representatives, cleaning charges). Full payment terms are outlined under Payment Methods below.

Rates are negotiated based on the scope of the shoot, size of crew, duration, and other variables. One 90-minute tech scout is included in the negotiated rate; additional pre-production site visits are subject to an upcharge. Additional fees can include site representatives and cleaning charges. Contact Mint for a custom quote based on your shoot's specifications.

We Want to Make It Easy for You — Once you've selected potential locations from our website, download a PDF of each location for client review. We can also provide Dropbox links of all photos and videos per location. Let us know what you need to impress your client — we love making our producers look good. It makes us feel good too.

Need to See the Locations IRL? — When you're ready to scout locations, we may require a retainer to clear your locations and set up your itinerary (the amount depends on whether you're scouting 1–3 locations or 3+). If you're out of town and need a field scout, we're happy to connect you with local field scouts familiar with your target area.

Can't Find It? — We aspire to keep our location library current. If you don't see the perfect place, contact a Mint representative — we're happy to do a custom pull.

Upon booking, renter agrees to provide Mint Locations with a liability insurance policy naming Mint Locations as an additional insured, in addition to the property owner. Throughout the entirety of the shoot, Production must hold a $1,000,000.00 liability insurance policy. Agent must receive the COI documents at least 72 hours in advance of the shoot or the shoot may be canceled.

Booked shoots canceled within 7 days are payable by Production at 100% of the contracted location rate. Agent shall not be liable for payment when Agent cancels the shoot due to Production’s failure to provide prior payment, proof of insurance, or signed contract. Deposits made to reserve locations are non-refundable. Exceptions and adjustments to our standard cancellation policy may be negotiated. In the event of inclement weather, we will work with you to reschedule at no additional charge, subject to homeowner availability.

Mint accepts ACH, wire, check via courier, direct deposit, and credit card (+4% processing fee). Invoices are issued prior to your shoot date, and full payment is due 7 days prior to occupancy.

We can assist with permit resources, location managers, parking information, travel arrangements, and local crew. At Mint, we appreciate your business and know you're busy — please let us lend our expertise in any way we can. Contact Mint at hello@mintlocations.com with any questions about how we work and how we can be of service.