Rental Terms
“Company” is Magnum Opus Studio, “Premises” includes the studio and any adjacent property owned by Magnum Opus, and “Renter” is the person or entity renting the premises or equipment.
Rates
Rental Rates are set by the most current version of the rental rate sheet in effect at the time of signing.
Payments & Deposits
All rental fees must be paid at the start of your booking. 100% deposit required for all rentals; transaction fee included. Fees for additional equipment rental and/or time that were not billed during the initial booking will be due at the end of the rental period. If the renter specifies, additional equipment rental fee(s) can be added on at the time of studio rental.
CANCELLATIONS AND RESCHEDULES
Cancellations of confirmed bookings will result in the following:
• 48 HOURS OR MORE:
A confirmed booking that is canceled more than 48 hours prior to the booking date and time will incur no charges and all payments will be refunded in full.
• LESS THAN 48 HOURS:
No refund for any cancellation made less than 48 hours prior to the booking date/time.
If the company must cancel the renter’s reservation, the renter will be given, at the company’s sole discretion, either rescheduling priority or a full refund. The company is not liable for acts out of its control that affect the shoot, such as building equipment failures, power outages, weather, outside noises, or other emergencies.
If cancellation is made more than 48 hours prior to the booking date/time, cancellation fees may be waived by the company, at the company’s discretion, if the session is rebooked within five working days and the company studio calendar can accommodate the new shoot date and time.
There is no rescheduling fee with at least 48-hour notice. A rescheduling fee will apply if notice is less than 48-hours. Reschedule fee is ½ the deposit amount and must be paid 24 hours before the scheduled rental session.
LENGTH OF USE
Rental periods are pre-arranged at the time of booking. The renter’s rental time begins promptly at the prescribed starting time and ends promptly at the prescribed ending time. Rental time includes set up and tear down so please consider that while booking. The studio must be cleaned and vacated by the end of the rental period. No prior drop-off and/or pick-up after completion of the shoot, of equipment, props, etc. unless negotiated at time of rental contract. Any renter that goes 15 minutes past the original end time of their booking will be charged an additional hour. Renters are subject to a 1.5x hourly overtime rate for every hour booked after 8:00 pm. Additional fees may apply.
COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGES & SNACKS
MAGMUM OPUS STAFF will provide complimentary beverages of water, sodas, and/or coffee along with small snacks as part of our complimentary services. All renters and guests are welcome to partake in said mention. Renters will be responsible for the disposal of items at the end of every production. We understand these are complimentary services, but please be mindful of other renters and limit the indulgence within reason. If excess consumption is deemed by studio staff, a replenishment fee will be issued with card on file and MUST be paid before next rental.
CLEANING & TRASH
Renter agrees to leave premises and all contents in the same condition as they were when the renter arrived. The company will dispose of trash collected in the supplied trash cans. Renter must discard larger items, such as props and set pieces, in the public trash bin outside the building. Disposal of large amounts of garbage due to large sets may also accrue additional costs of a $250.00 cleaning fee may apply for an excessively dirty studio, large groups or production crews exceeding 15 people will be accessed a $400.00. All Membership Rentals will be subject to a $100.00 clean up fee if the cleanliness of the studio premises isn’t rendered as start of rental. All Fees must be paid before a new rental is set on calendar. We will charge fee on the credit /debit card that’s on file. Complimentary shoe covers will be provided for use at the renter’s discretion.
STUDIO GUIDELINES
No smoking whatsoever is allowed in the studio. Projects involved with smoke must get the studio representative’s consent Music is to be kept at reasonable volume levels so that it doesn’t become a disturbance to neighbors.
• No one will be admitted who is under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances
• No pets allowed without the prior consent of a company representative
• All small and/or hard-to-clean materials (confetti, haircutting, feathers, food products, body paint, etc.) require approval from the company representative. A cleaning fee may apply.
• Maximum of 10 people in renter’s party. An additional fee of $25 per person over the limit will apply
WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Use of the company’s premises and equipment is at the renter’s risk. Any damage to equipment, furniture, and/or premises will be billed directly to the renter. Renter assumes all liability for damages to equipment, furniture, and premises. Renter hereby agrees that Company will not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damage, injury, or loss to the renter, his party, or possessions while on the premises. All persons and activity on the company’s premises may be video recorded for security usage.
CONDUCT
We at Magnum Opus maintain a clean and professional environment. Renter shall be solely responsible for the conduct and welfare of all persons accompanying Renter while on the company’s premises. Renter agrees that a company representative will be always present. If the representative observes or otherwise becomes aware of dangerous, pornographic, illegal, or negligent practices or activities, the representative reserves the right to stop the shoot and may require the renter and renter’s party to leave immediately. In such a case, no refund will be given for unused time. However, the company and its representatives assume no responsibility to act in such cases.
INSURANCE
Businesses, Corporations, Production Companies, and other legal entities may be required, prior to rental, to present a certificate of general liability insurance naming Magnum Opus LLC and Antonio Martez LLC as additionally insured on the dates of the rental. If so required, renter’s liability insurance shall be deemed primary and non-contributory insurance in the event of any claim or suit. Liability insurance shall be a commercial general liability with a minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence and annual aggregate.
EQUIPMENT
The company agrees to provide equipment in good working order but makes no special guarantees as to the suitability to the renter’s purposes. Renter shall notify Company immediately of any malfunction, damage, or other issues with the equipment.
DAMAGE
Renter shall be solely responsible for any damage to the company’s property or equipment that occurs during the time Renter or his party occupies the premises. The damage deposit will be held until repairs can be made. If damage exceeds the amount of the damage deposit, the renter agrees to pay reasonable additional repair costs to bring damaged equipment back to working condition. Renter agrees to pay for damage to the Premises including spills, excessive wear, marks, or stains on furniture and makeup station.
ARBITRATION
If the parties are unable to resolve any controversy or claim arising under this Agreement, they agree to submit the dispute or claim to binding arbitration subject to the commercial arbitration rules of the American Arbitration Association. This arbitration will take place in Jersey City, New Jersey. The parties further agree that any such controversy or claim shall be submitted to one arbitrator selected from the panels of arbitrators of the American Arbitration Association. Each party shall be responsible for its share of the arbitration fees in accordance with the applicable Rules of Arbitration. In the event a party fails to proceed with arbitration, unsuccessfully challenges the arbitrator's award, or fails to comply with the arbitrator's award, the other party is entitled to costs of suit, including a reasonable attorney's fee for having to compel arbitration or defend or enforce the award. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may refuse to arbitrate when the dispute is for a sum less than $200.
MISCELLANY
Licensee shall comply in all respects with all federal, state, county, city, or other local laws, regulations and ordinances and all rules and regulations of any governmental authority, in connection with this Agreement. This Agreement incorporates the entire understanding and agreement between Company and Renter. Any modifications of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties. Any waiver of a breach or default hereunder shall not be deemed a waiver of a subsequent breach or default of either the same provision or any other provision of this Agreement. The laws of the State of New Jersey shall govern this Agreement. The following signatures constitute a legal and binding agreement between Renter and Company.