1. Publications that will REVIEW Your Music

2. Radio Stations/Shows that will PLAY your Songs

3. Services/Labels that will Help you to SELL your CD

4. Sites Where you can UPLOAD your Band's MP3s or Videos

5. Helpful Resources and Promotional Sites for Recording Artists

Crew (Directors, Producers, Cameramen, Art Directors, Grips, PA's) And yes sometimes on a smaller shoot some people will do multiple tasks to save money.

Cast (Does your shoot require actors and actresses or extras?) (Union, Non-Union?) Many rising stars are willing to work for a much lower amount of money since they are trying to establish their careers, but still expect to be paid a fair amount for their work.

Locations (Where do you want to shoot your video. In a huge hotel, old house, on city streets?) Depending upon the location of the shoot, certain fees may apply. There are ways to work around or get lower rates or fees, Many private owners typically want to show off what they have, and may charge a lower fee or none for use of their property.

Insurance / Permits If you have a legit production, you will need insurance and most likely permits to shoot, especially in major cities like NYC and Los Angeles. Minimum required insurance is usually a $1(one) million dollar liability policy for the duration of the shoot. I also recommend adding third party coverage as well. Coverage like this runs from $1000+ depending on how long you are shooting and what insurance requirements there are (i.e. stunts, rentals, pyro). You will also have a better chance of securing a location when you have an insurance policy. The owners feel safer and may cut you more slack.

Transportation (Is cast, crew or the band flying, driving in from somewhere?)

Rentals (Rain Machines, Cars, Planes, Limos, Props)

Food (A fed crew is a happy crew.)

Duplication and Distribution (How many copies and where to send it?) Duplications usually runs about $30+ for (Beta SP) tapes most stations require. Some of the smaller networks will take Mini-DV, VHS, and DVD, which will save you money and still get you video airplay. Don't forget shipping costs.