Panache  subscribes to the principle that a good and comprehensive script is of the utmost importance. Therefore -- unless the programmes is of a function -- meticulous research is undertaken and a complete script is presented to the client for approval before any camera work is scheduled. This modus operandi obviates unnecessary cost -- and a great deal of hassle!

It seems unlikely but, in fact, it is generally writing/finalising the script that is the production phase that takes the longest! We provide the script in story board form, so that the client can easily see what visuals will go with any particular section of the script.

It is inexpensive and simple to make changes on paper; however, changes to a completed program are quite a different matter - not only immensely time-consuming, difficult and frustrating, but also extraordinarily costly.

All elements that go into the final programme should preferably be approved before video editing commences – art work, titles, animation, music and, of course, the final script.  We ask the client to come and view and approve the various elements in studio if possible (much faster and easier!) prior to editing, or e-mail the files for approval.

Once the editing has been completed, the client is invited to view the final video production in studio (in the case of a short programme) or a Viewing DVD is provided. Naturally the client can request simple visual changes even after the programme has been completed. However, the voice-over commentary or live sound that was recorded on location or in the studio can obviously not be changed at this stage (hence the all import script approval) without incurring significant additional costs. Clients are, of course, also welcome to come and view progress during the editing process.

Once the final programme/Viewing DVD and art work for labels and box inserts have been approved in writing, copies are produced and the job is ready to be collected or delivered.

A 50% down-payment is required before production commences and the balance of payment is due once the final video/DVD production has been approved by the client.