Booking & Hire Agreement
This Booking Agreement is a summary of key hire and booking conditions. It works alongside our full Terms of Service.
By confirming your booking, you agree to the following:
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Us On Film provides camera hire + editing, not traditional videography
Footage is guest-filmed and outcomes vary
We do not guarantee specific moments, angles, or audio
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Bookings are date-specific
A 50% non-refundable deposit secures your date
The remaining balance is due one month before your hire date
Equipment will not be shipped until paid in full
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Equipment is shipped to the address you provide
All returns must use the supplied return label
If a return label is lost, contact us do not guess the address
Late returns incur $50 NZD per day, per cam
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You are responsible for the equipment while it’s in your care
Loss, theft, or major damage may require full replacement payment
Gear protection (if added) covers minor or accidental damage only
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Equipment is supplied charged and ready
You are responsible for charging batteries and managing storage
Flat batteries or full storage are not equipment faults
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Final videos and raw footage are delivered digitally via a download link (e.g. Dropbox or similar)
Download links are provided for temporary access only
We do not permanently store customer footage
It is your responsibility to:
Download all files within 30 days of delivery
Save and back up your footage
After 30 days, files may be deleted without notice. Us On Film is not responsible for lost files once the download period has passed.
We recommend downloading and backing up your files as soon as possible.
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Editing style is based on our examples and your Video & Delivery Form
We do not offer creative revisions
Minor fixes (e.g. names, titles or wrong music) may be corrected
Editing begins once all equipment is returned.
Delivery timeframes are estimates and may vary during peak periods.
We do not guarantee inclusion of specific moments, people, or audio.
Minor timing or stylistic differences are not grounds for refunds or revisions.
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Unless you opt out in writing or by selecting this option on our video and editing form, selected footage may be used for our marketing
Opting out does not affect your booking or pricing
Where marketing and promotional use is permitted, Us On Film will:
Only share short excerpts, clips, or still frames
Never upload or publish full-length videos
Never share full raw footage or unedited files
Never publish footage the customer has specifically requested not be shared
Marketing content is used solely to showcase the style and nature of our service and is selected at our discretion.
If you have specific moments, people, or sections of footage you do not want used, you may notify us in writing and we will respect these requests.
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You can travel overseas with our gear but you are responsible for airline, airport, and customs rules
Film damage from X-rays and battery misuse is not covered
Travel-related loss or confiscation may require replacement payment
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Courier delays, public holidays, or customs holds are outside our control
These do not qualify for refunds or extensions
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All dates, times, and currency are based on New Zealand time (NZST/NZDT)
Bookings cannot be transferred without written approval
Full Terms of Service apply
The person making the booking confirms they are authorised to book on behalf of all participants.
The booking contact is the primary point of communication unless otherwise agreed.
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If you have any questions about your booking, shipping, or how things work, please reach out before your hire date we’re always happy to help.
📧 hello@usonfilm.co.nz
🌐 www.usonfilm.co.nzPlease note: We operate primarily via email and online forms so everything is clear and documented.
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This Booking Agreement is a summary of key conditions only.
More detailed information can be viewed at any time in our:
Terms of Service
Booking & Shipping Policy
Privacy Policy
These are available via the footer of our website or can be provided by emailing us directly.
Full Terms of Service apply to all bookings.
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By booking with us, you’re choosing something different from traditional videography, and we can’t wait for you to experience it.
We look forward to providing a relaxed, candid filming experience and delivering footage you’ll love revisiting and resharing.