The insurance certificate, also known as a "COI", is a fundamental component of today's production environment. For most producers, photographers, and freelancers in our industry, COI's are widely viewed as an inherent function of the job and required on just about every shoot. Yet they still create confusion: What exactly are they? Why are they required? And how can you make sure they are issued accurately and one time? For more than 50 years, TCP Insurance has proudly served the entertainment industry, working alongside production companies, rental houses, photographers, studio facilities, stylists, and many other creative professions. Our industry expertise and commitment to education is where our value is truly realized. Let's get started by taking a closer look at the basics. What Exactly Is a Certificate of Insurance? A COI is a document that verifies the existence of an active insurance policy. It typically outlines: • Named Insured | Example: John Smith Productions, LLC (Policyholder) • Type(s) of Coverage | Example: General Liability, Workers Compensation, Misc Rented Equipment • Policy limits | Example: $2,000,000 Occurrence / $4,000,000 Aggregate • Policy effective dates | Example: 01/13/2026 - 01/13/2027 • Special Wording, if applicable | Example: Additional Insured, Loss Payee, Waiver of Subrogation, etc • Endorsements required for the job, if applicable | Example: Additional Insured endorsement • Certificate Holder | Example: XYZ Camera Rental (Vendor) Why Are They Required? Productions typically involve renting high value assets amongst multiple vendors. Insurance certificates not only serve as proof that adequate coverage exists, but also as a practical means to mitigate/transfer unwanted risk. When naming a location, client, or rental house as an "Additional Insured", you are extending the protection afforded through your insurance policy directly to the vendor. Bear in mind, this protection is limited to the insurable interest specified in the contract/rental agreement. If those terms are not made clear in the agreement, we advise you to consult with an entertainment insurance professional for further clarification. How to Request a COI (and Avoid Delays) If you already have an entertainment insurance policy, requesting a COI should be cinch! Most entertainment insurance agencies offer an online certificate portal that allows you to create and issue insurance certificates from your desktop or mobile. Keep in mind, this feature is limited to Additional Insured/Loss Payee wording. Your insurance broker will need to issue the certificate should any of the following apply:     1) Special wording: Waiver of Subrogation, Primary & Non-Contributory, etc     2) Endorsements: Additional Insured Endorsement (CG 20 026) Need a COI or Have a Question? Whether you're seeking a last-minute COI for a next-day shoot, or exploring a long-term solution for the year ahead, we can help. We offer both annual and short-term insurance solutions for a variety of creative business types, including DICE Production, Photography, Cinematography, Rental Houses, Studio Rental Facilities, Artist Management Agencies, Wardrobe/Prop Stylists, Event Producers, DIT, Post Production, and so much more. Reach out to us at sales@tcpinsurance.com or 1-800-726-3701 to get a quote and explore your options. We hope to hear from you soon! Learn more at www.tcpinsurance.com | Sales@tcpinsurance.com

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DTLA Arts District Venue & Studio

• 31,500 SQ FT in DTLA Arts District • Studio/Stage spaces for Motion Capture, High-Tech & Virtual Production • Short Or Long-Term Lease Options for Features & Series • Unique Multi-Purpose Facility, with 17 seat Screening Room • 1200 AMPS Power • 26' Clear Height • 2 Drive In Bays • 2 Exterior Dock Doors • 70 Standard Parking Spaces Contact Us www.imperialartstudios.com 190 North Canon Drive, Suite 304 Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Westside Auto Pad

Location Type: Purpose-built auto pad in open terrain Setting: Expansive field with unobstructed mountain and rolling-hill backdrop The Westside Auto Pad offers a controlled, production-ready surface set within a wide-open landscape, ideal for automotive filming and exterior scenes requiring scale, isolation, and clean sightlines. Surrounded by natural terrain and distant hills, the location reads as remote and period-neutral while maintaining practical access for crews and camera vehicles.

Production Value

• Clean, paved surface suitable for hero vehicle shots • 360° sightlines with minimal visual interruption • Scenic hills and open sky provide strong natural depth • Easily frames as desert, rural West, or remote testing ground

Ideal Uses

• Automotive commercials and brand films • Feature film exterior driving scenes • Performance testing visuals • Insert shots, beauty passes, and controlled motion work

Access & Logistics

• Direct vehicle access for production and camera cars • Space for staging, turnaround, and support vehicles • Low ambient noise and minimal modern intrusion • Flexible scheduling with controlled access

Why Scouts Like It

The Westside Auto Pad combines visual scale with logistical simplicity-a rare balance for automotive and exterior-heavy shoots. Productions gain a cinematic backdrop without sacrificing efficiency, making it an effective solution for tight schedules and repeatable setups. Scouting & Availability For scouting access, tech recces, or availability inquiries, please contact: Anthony Russell Property Management Supervisor Direct - 661.663.4205 Cell - 661.624.8409 Email: Arussell@TejonRanch.com

Scroggins Aviation has the largest fleet of helicopters available to the film, streaming and television industry. If you have a need for an aircraft, cockpit, helicopters or need a spacecraft built we are here to serve you. Contact us about your next production. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Info@ScrogginsAviation.com or call 702-776-8363 office ScrogginsAviation.com

We trust you're enjoying a wonderful holiday season and gearing up for an incredible 2026. Join Westside Digital Mix as we kick off the new year on Thursday, January 29, at LouLou Santa Monica. Just steps from the iconic pier, we'll bring together brilliant and engaging humans across media, entertainment, and tech for cocktails, hosted appetizers, and the kind of conversations that only happen here in the Entertainment Capital of the Universe. We're thrilled to have as our Featured Guest - Craig German , a seasoned executive with transformative experience in the Media & Entertainment industry! Craig has spent most of his career in the entertainment industry, and for the past 20 years has held senior executive positions in post production and at Hollywood film and television studios. He has also been on the Board of the Hollywood Professional Association for the past ten years. He was previously CEO of Crafty Apes, a VFX studio that works on Hollywood's biggest blockbuster movies and premier TV shows. Prior to that, he spent three and a half years building and leading the Worldwide Post Production organization at Amazon Studios. Craig is currently advising corporate and startup clients on business strategy, product roadmap, market assessment, and sales outreach. THURSDAY | JANUARY 29 | 6:00 p.m. LouLou | 395 Santa Monica Place | Santa Monica 90401 Hosted Appetizers | No Host Bar Tickets: Early Bird $20 | Advance $30 | Twofer $25 ea. | Door $60 Last Call for Early Bird Tickets Treat yourself, and/or a colleague, to an Early Bird Ticket and join us at LouLou - a festive splash of the French Riviera perched atop Santa Monica Place. Co-hosts: Spence Bovee , David Bloom , Brian C. Janes , Allison Dollar

As the year wraps up, many businesses don't realize that purchases made in December - including marketing, signage, and promotional displays - can often be written off in the current tax year. (As always, we recommend confirming details with your accountant.) That's why we're offering year-end Store Credit you can preload now and use anytime - with bonus credit added: • $2,500 - $2,875 in store credit (15% bonus) • $5,000 - $6,000 in store credit (20% bonus) • $10,000 - $12,500 in store credit (25% bonus) Your credit never expires and can be used for backdrops, media walls, hedge rentals, pool floats, retractables, or services for upcoming projects. If you'd like to take advantage of this before year-end, just let me know which amount you'd like added to your account and I'll take care of the rest. And if you have a holiday party or early 2026 event coming up, I'm happy to start a quote or have our designer create a free mockup.

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An Immersive Sanrio Experience Designed & Built by Coffee House Industries When Sanrio approached us in search of a Hello Kitty pop-up experience that would captivate shoppers and spark hours-long lines inside the Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance, CA, Coffee House Industries delivered - turning an empty retail space into one of the most immersive Hello Kitty environments ever built. Our response was simple: say no less. This large-scale Hello Kitty pop-up installation blends experiential retail, themed décor, and high-detail scenic fabrication. Designed and built entirely by Coffee House Industries, the space invites guests to step into a cozy, holiday-inspired Sanrio world filled with custom sets, interactive photo moments, and vibrant character storytelling. Transforming a Retail Space Into a Full Hello Kitty World From the first step inside the pop-up, visitors are greeted with a premium, highly detailed environment engineered for engagement. The experience begins with a custom Hello Kitty plush wall, constructed from hundreds of stacked Hello Kitty heads - an instant photo moment that has quickly become one of the most shared images from the activation. Across the room, an oversized red mural showcases Hello Kitty and her friends, anchoring the central cash wrap and establishing the signature look of the space. Clean white brick facades, bold red framing, and gingham patterns tie the entire installation together, creating a cohesive retail environment that feels nostalgic, modern, and perfectly on-brand for Hello Kitty fans of all ages. Custom-built shelving, themed floor graphics shaped like Hello Kitty's bow, and warm lighting guide guests organically through the shop, allowing the environment itself to tell the story. Inside the Hello Kitty Home: A Complete Immersive Set Build Beyond the merchandise floor, Coffee House Industries designed and fabricated a fully immersive, multi-room Hello Kitty Home - one of the most detailed scenic environments ever featured inside a mall pop-up. Each room was custom-built from scratch, featuring: Faux-brick fireplaces Oversized character cutouts and scenic window reveals Custom CNC-cut trims and framing Plush sofas, gingham rugs, pillows, and themed décor Life-size Hello Kitty props designed for photo opportunities Wall illustrations and framed artwork of the entire Sanrio cast From the cozy living room scene to the reading nook and the iconic photo arch shaped like Hello Kitty's head, every detail was engineered to deliver a warm, storybook-style atmosphere that encourages visitors to explore, photograph, and share. Fabrication, Craftsmanship & Full-Service Scenic Execution All fabrication, printing, scenic finishing, lighting integration, and installation were completed in-house by Coffee House Industries. Our team handled: CNC routing and custom carpentry Large-format printing & graphic installation Scenic painting and finishing Prop fabrication & room styling Retail display design & layout flow Full on-site installation at Del Amo Fashion Center The final result is a high-impact, experiential retail environment built to drive foot traffic, increase dwell time, and create memorable brand engagement - all essential goals for modern pop-up activations. Why Brands Choose Coffee House Industries for Experiential Builds Coffee House Industries is trusted by global brands for: Experiential pop-ups and mall activations Custom scenic fabrication and themed environments Retail build-outs and brand installations CNC cutting, printing, and prop fabrication Fast turnaround and high-volume finishing capacity Tight-deadline on-site installs anywhere in the U.S. Our team specializes in transforming creative concepts into fully realized, photo-ready environments that excite fans and maximize brand visibility. Bring Your Next Activation to Life If your brand is ready to create a high-impact experiential pop-up or themed retail installation, Coffee House Industries can take your vision from concept to completion with precision, speed, and craftsmanship that stands out. Click here to request a QUOTE today and start building something unforgettable.