Artist Feature Program
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Artist Feature Program •
Artist Feature
Program FAQ
We are thrilled that you’re considering the Artist Feature Program. We know that joining a production like this comes with important questions regarding copyrights, usage rights, and financial logistics. We created this page to provide clear, honest answers to the topics we’re asked about most. Our goal is to address any concerns you may have so you can feel confident and inspired to apply once you’re ready.
Commitment
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The timeline depends on the depth and complexity of the story we want to tell. We offer two main formats:
Artist Documentary Film: This is our most in-depth feature. It typically requires 3 to 5 days of filming, with each session lasting about 3 to 4 hours (plus setup time). The interview portion alone usually takes between 2 and 4 hours to ensure we capture the full heart of your conversation and practice.
Artist Highlight Film: This is a quicker, more streamlined option designed for efficiency. It focuses on the core aspects of your work and the common questions we ask our community. This is usually completed in one day, covering both your interview and behind-the-scenes footage.
Regardless of the format, we work around your schedule to ensure the process feels natural and doesn't disrupt your creative flow.
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This is an excellent question. More than physical preparation, this program requires artists to be ready to articulate their journey as both a creator and an individual. We look for a deep understanding of the initiatives and inspirations behind your work.
To help you prepare, we provide a set of pre-shared questions and a guide outlining the intended narrative for the film. This isn't about forcing words into your mouth; rather, it’s a collaborative effort to ensure the audience can easily understand your vision and fully appreciate your art. Our goal is to work together to find the most effective way to tell your story.
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The timeline can vary based on our production schedule and the specific needs of your feature. Generally, the shortest turnaround for a release is between one to two months once all filming is finalized. In some cases, we may need to schedule supplemental takes or additional audio recordings to ensure the highest quality. Because we also manage for-profit productions in other industries, we balance these schedules to give every artist's story the dedicated time it deserves. We will stay in close communication with you regarding your specific release window.
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This is entirely up to you. As the publisher, we manage the distribution of the main film and all supplemental content across our own platforms. Because we use a co-ownership model for social media, the feature can appear natively on your profile without you having to lift a finger. While we certainly appreciate it when artists share their stories with their own audience, it is absolutely not mandatory. We handle the heavy lifting of promotion so you can stay focused on your practice.
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We understand that life happens and creative blocks can occur. However, because we allocate significant time, gear, and resources to our mutually agreed-upon production dates, we require a 14-business-day grace period for any reschedule requests.
This allows us to adjust our logistics without loss of investment. Please note that consistency is key to the program's success; if repetitive cancellations or rescheduling occur, we may determine that the partnership is no longer a good fit and will prioritize other artists on our waiting list. Furthermore, if a last-minute cancellation results in unrecoverable financial losses on our end—such as non-refundable equipment rentals or travel bookings—we will request reimbursement for those specific costs before a new production date is scheduled.
Creative Control
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We want the film to feel like an authentic extension of your personality, so we welcome your input on the 'vibe' and musical direction. We can utilize any tracks that are available through our professional licensing platforms, which currently include Epidemic Sound, Musicbed, and Audiio. During our Discovery Call, we can explore these libraries together to find a sound that perfectly complements your work while ensuring all legal licensing requirements are met.
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Absolutely. We approach every interview with respect and care, and we want you to feel comfortable throughout the process. Please feel free to let us know if there are any personal topics or specific subjects you would prefer not to discuss.
At the same time, we may occasionally encourage you to explore challenging questions regarding your artistic style or professional experiences if we believe they add significant depth to your story. Our goal is never to make you uncomfortable, but to help you share the 'why' behind your work in a way that resonates with your audience. We will always discuss these directions with you first.
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We view the storytelling process as a partnership between you and our production crew. However, the level of creative input depends on the film format:
Artist Documentary Film: Because this format is intended to inspire audiences on both an artistic and personal level, we have more room to explore unique narrative arcs. We work closely with you to dive deep into your history and philosophy to build a custom story.
Artist Highlight Film: This is a more standardized production designed for efficiency. It prioritizes clear, straightforward answers to common questions and showcases your artwork in a professional, consistent format.
Financials
We have been approached with questions on how this program can be sustainable and such questions lead to another. In this sections, we wish to share frankly for artists to understand how the Artist Feature Program can be free (except travel) to create digital and physical publication to help you share your stories with the world.
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No. The Artist Feature Program—including all production, publishing, and operational services—is 100% free of charge. We do not accept payment or barter for our services in this Artist Feature Program; our work is fully funded by our own publications and investments to ensure artists are not burdened by production-related or operational costs.
Note on Travel : Because we are based in New York City, we expect to handle logistics using the city's public transportation. However, for talented artists living outside of our current coverage area, travel costs are heavy factor for our Artist Feature Program.
In these specific cases, we will discuss the possibility of a travel stipend with the artist to cover transportation and lodging. Please note:
This is only discussed if the artist is outside our reachable area.
Any unused portion of the travel stipend is fully returned to the artist.
Aside from these specific travel expenses, we never ask for money or goods to fund your feature.
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To ensure the program’s sustainability and reach as many creators as possible, we act as our own publisher for both digital and physical media. This model allows us to provide high-end production—including videography, gear, writing, and printing—at no cost to the artists we feature. Because Everyartist assumes all production risks and expenses, the program is funded entirely through the sale of our publications, such as Artist Zines and Everyartist Magazine. As such, revenue from these sales is retained by the program to keep this initiative free for future artists.
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To keep this whole cycle moving smoothly for artists, we take care of all the professional costs that go into a feature so you don’t have to. This covers everything from the early Pre-Production stages (like creative direction, scripting, and scouting locations) to the actual Production days (cinematography, photography, lighting, sound, and gear rentals). We also handle the heavy lifting in Post-Production, including film editing, color grading, and retouching. On top of that, we manage the Publishing side—things like graphic design, high-quality printing, and digital hosting—along with all the 'behind the scenes' costs like software subscriptions, secure cloud storage, and licensing for music and fonts. Basically, we handle the financial and technical logistics so you can stay focused on what you do best: creating.
Beyond the literal expenses, we also invest our time. Choosing to focus on this program means we are intentionally setting aside other projects and immediate financial rewards to focus on your story. We handle all the financial and technical logistics so you can stay focused on what you do best: creating.
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Currently, we do not handle direct artwork sales through our platform. However, we see great potential for this in the future and are exploring ways to assist artists with sales down the line. For now, our focus is on providing high-end promotion to drive traffic to you. We strongly encourage all applicants to have their own website or online shop ready, so that viewers moved by your feature can support you and purchase your work directly.
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Yes. While this is an uncommon request for smaller projects, we are a professional production company based in New York City and carry full insurance. If your studio space, building management, or institution requires a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for our photo and video production, we are happy to provide one upon request to ensure everyone is covered and protected.
Usage, Rights and Publications
Your artwork is the heart of this project, and we take your copyright and professional representation seriously. Our goal is to promote your vision while ensuring you’re portrayed exactly how you want to be. Below, we’ve broken down how usage rights, ownership, and exposure work, so you know exactly what to expect from our partnership
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Your artwork is a physical form of copyright, and we take your professional representation seriously. This section explains how we handle usage rights and ownership to ensure you are always portrayed with integrity. Our primary goal is to celebrate your craft; any visuals of your work or footage gathered during the program are used strictly for promotional purposes to introduce you and your practice to the world through our digital and physical publications. To formalize this, we will provide a Publication Release Agreement to ensure everything is official before we move forward.
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Since Everyartist covers all production costs—including professional videography, gear, editing, and high-quality printing—we retain sole ownership of all raw footage and final publications created during the program. We view these films and digital features as our own creative work—our "art" about your art.
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We are often asked if artists receive the original video files or raw data. To maintain the editorial integrity and high production standards of our work, we do not distribute or release digital files. Instead, we utilize a co-ownership model for all digital publications. Through collaboration tools on platforms like Instagram and YouTube, the final films will appear natively on your profile just like your own post. This ensures you have a professional, high-quality asset to share with your audience while the project remains anchored in its official home on the Everyartist network.
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To keep your image safe, we promise to use the footage and stories we capture only for promotion—helping both your career and our platform grow.
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Once your project is complete, all raw footage and final edits are securely archived as part of our permanent collection. At this stage, the production is considered finished, and we do not release the original film files or re-edited versions of the featured content.
However, if you would like to use the footage gathered during our time together to create entirely new content for your own platforms, we are happy to assist! We can provide support in producing fresh assets specifically for your artist website or personal social media. This service is subject to a nominal Asset License & Handling Fee to cover the administrative and editing time required to create and license these new files for your personal use.