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I am starting a web based production company/website and was simply hoping for a bit of general advice from an expert in the field on any concentrations of talent you may know of in the midwest, any common pitfalls or mistakes people just getting started make(so I can attempt to avoid them, obviously) and how to get started networking with other content producers when you're the new guy.
I am still gathering content with which to launch the site with my girlfriend. After we have enough to put it out there I am planning for a weekly update at minimum and as soon as money allows, adding content with other performers. Sorry for such a generalized query, just trying to cover the proverbial bases so I don't have to ask 26 questions. Thanks for the advice in advance!
Hi Ben,
Good questions, but very difficult to answer without seeing your complete business plan. Without sounding too self-serving, you might benefit from a free guide that I offer to adult business startups - you can request one from my website at http://www.adultwebsitelawyer.com
After reading that, if you still have questions, feel free to contact me through my site.
Good luck!
P.S. In July, I attended the Exxxtacy Expo in Chicago and gave some presentations there. There is a large concentration of producers and talent in the area.
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Answers by Expert:
Dan Pepper
Expertise
Lawyer representing adult industry businesses and entertainers, and can answer questions related to:
How to start an adult film business or adult website LEGALLY.
What laws to be concerned about with getting into the adult entertainment industry.
What terms and conditions do you need on your adult website.
How to comply with 18 USC 2257 - the federal record keeping requirements.
What forms and agreements do you need for models and crew.
How to deal with copyright and trademark laws.
Before asking your question, I recommend visiting adultwebsitelawyer.com and requesting a copy of the Top 6 Considerations of Starting an Adult Entertainment Business. You may find your question answered there.
I ALSO DO NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM MALES INTERESTED IN STARRING IN ADULT FILMS.
Experience
I have been practicing law since 1994, and have represented numerous businesses and entertainers in the adult entertainment industry as the managing member of Pepper Law Group, LLC, at adultwebsitelawyer.com.
My firm also operates 2257Sentry, one of the industry's leading 18 USC 2257 custodian record keeping services for producers of adult content.
Organizations
Free Speech Coalition,
Frequent speaker at adult industry events including the Internext Expo and Exxxotica New York; interviewed in AVN Online; regular contributor to XBiz World
Publications
XBiz World
AVN Online
Education/Credentials
BA in Political Science, JD (law degree)
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