“We wanted to to say a huge thank you for the past couple of months on the artist contracts and licenses for the ICC Anthem. This project was a completely new area for us and your diligence in the contract process and the knowledge you imparted onto us (to arm us with detail to go into some tricky negotiations) meant that we were able to protect everything the client needed us to, and they feel to be in one of the strongest positions they have ever had, in terms of their ability to use the track and video for the amplification for the tournament. It’s been a pleasure working with you!”
Mike Smith, Matta Global
“When starting at Blink Industries at the turn of the year as their inaugural lawyer it was equal parts exciting and daunting. Thankfully, the amazing work Nicola and her team at Mint did beforehand has been a brilliant base for me to work from.”
David Oudot, Head of Legal, Television and Animation Production, Blink Industries
“We were delighted with Mint’s expertise and speed in working collaboratively with all stakeholders to swiftly conclude [the project].”
Laura Franses, ITVX
“Very easy to communicate, no hassle, paperwork, and of course, such friendly people.”
Anrick Bregman
“Thoughtful and considered advice, efficient, customer-oriented.”
Liliya Belaya, Blanca Pictures
“[The Mint consultants are] responsive, flexible and personable.”
Matt O’Mara, Novel
“[A] breadth of knowledge across genres, personable approach and understanding of production.”
Design Estimate*r
“Mint & Co provides a friendly and efficient service with sound advice that is easy to understand. We would highly recommend.”
Stew Batt, The Nest TV Productions
“The team at Mint & Co are brilliant, and always on hand when we need Business Affairs support. From quick questions to more complicated contractual issues, they’re a fantastic resource and wonderful to work with.”
Stuart Morgan, Audio Always
“Mint & Co have been invaluable partners as Novel has scaled dramatically over the past two years. Novel has a varied selection of clients in differing areas of audio production. The key benefit Mint brings is matching the contractual work required to the right consultant within the Mint business, each of whom has distinct capabilities and often specialisms.
It would have been really difficult for Novel to have done the volume of shows and quality of commercial deals without Mint’s constant help and advice along the way. They are truly valued partners.”
Matt O’Mara, Novel
“Mint have played a pivotal role in helping us grow as a young indie by giving us the flexibility and support we needed on a monthly basis depending on our business affairs needs. The whole team has a vast range of experience, which gives us the confidence to expand and take on projects knowing that there won’t be any legal surprises further down the line”
Tom Payne, Director of Content, Studio 71 UK
“Everyone is very efficient, fast and delivers to the brief. Where there are complex issues or arguments to be made, these are explained plainly and helpfully. They are reliable, deliver on time, friendly, understand the industry well, have an admirable ethos and useful contacts.”
Jake Cassels – Managing Director, The Connected Set
“We asked Blink what they liked best about working with us and for Tom this was the ‘personal relationship’ with Mint & Co.”
Tom Stuart – Head of Development & Production, Blink Industries
“I really appreciate the work that you have done for me these last few days. I am deeply impressed and grateful for the way Sarah, your team and your organisation operate.”
Jem Stansfield – TV presenter
“The team at Mint has been a huge help to us. In particular, they helped us navigate the contracts for our largest project to date, providing invaluable insight and expertise. They have always just been the other end of the phone, willing to help, we’d definitely recommend them.”
Adam Holmes, Brother Film Co
“After reaching out for additional contractual expertise, Nicola and her team came highly recommended. When we need advice or opinion on any contractual matter, Mint & Co take the time to understand and contextualise the request, which is an important element of the support that we receive. The team are responsive, conscientious and a pleasure to deal with.”
Dave Wheels – previously Head of Operations, Barcroft Studios
We helped Fat Free with their online Terms and Conditions plus Statement of Work topsheet, for their branded content, ads and corporate video work for clients, and this is what they said: “It’s so so lovely seeing these laid out in such a clear and easy to understand way, I’ve always let legal be the bit of the running a business puzzle that has flummoxed me a little, but this seems really straight forward and exactly what we were after, so thanks to Sarah, Nicola, Husna and the team for all your hard work relating to this project.”
Kate Rostance – Partner & Managing Director, Fat Free Media
“I’m very happy with the service provided by Mint & Co. Everyone is friendly and approachable – advisers are never patronising. Advice is very commercial, so I feel like I’m getting real value for money. Maisy is very responsive and personable. She has been excellent at quickly sourcing the right adviser to meet our needs. Gill has delivered clear, straightforward and relevant advice, is very friendly and quick to respond. She has been a valuable resource for us as we move into a new area of TV production.”
Catherine Ferrity – Legal Counsel, DC Thomson/Beano Studios
“When we asked P&C what they particularly liked about working with Mint & Co, Rowena replied:
“That’s it’s a network of highly skilled people under one umbrella. That the service always feels very personal and carefully considered””
Rowena Lovell – Production Director, Peanut & Crumb Limited
“We really appreciate the business affairs support Mint & Co provide across all aspects of the business – from TV and branded content through to content acquisition, distribution and channel management. Their approach is very commercial, cutting through to the main issues and offering up solutions/weighing up risk. We can always rely on them even at short notice, and the quality of work is always high. The remote service works well and we catch up in person as and when needed. We enjoy working with Mint & Co and we’d highly recommend them to other businesses in the creative content world.”
Andy Taylor Co-Founder/CEO & Selma Turajlic – Co-Founder/COO – Little Dot Studios
“Nicola has advised our business across all of our TV production activity, applying her industry experience and business savvy to support our negotiations with commissioners and other third parties. She is responsive and her advice is very commercial, always focusing on the key risks for the business. Nicola is incredibly efficient and offers clear advice in a practical and user-friendly manner; I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.”
Mick Greenwood – previously Director of Video & TV, TI Productions (Time Inc)
“Mint & Co have provided us with meticulous business affairs support across all of our productions, from the initial development feasibility stages through to the end of programme advice. They have a broad range of experience and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to other production companies.”
Katie Brewer-Frankl – Formerly Head of Production, Little Gem Media
“Nicola is one of the best business affairs people I have met in my time in media. Smart, emotionally intelligent and perfect in the negotiation and closing of deals. She is really good working out what can and cannot be done in a very wide range of programmes. She is fast and works well under pressure. I could not recommend her more highly.”
Roy Ackerman – Managing Director, Films of Record & Director of International Strategy, Zinc Media (previously Managing Director Pulse Films & Fresh One Productions)
“Mint and Co have been brilliant at helping us navigate amending our talent contracts and negotiating terms to enable us to find new opportunities to exploit our content. Jenny’s guidance, support, and excellent negotiation skills have been extremely helpful throughout the process. She is incredibly professional but also friendly and approachable and was brilliant at explaining complex legal language in an accessible way. “
Sarah Kenny, Sparklab Productions
“Spirit has worked with Mint for the past 4 years and we have enjoyed working with the team. They are responsive, intelligent and adaptable to over tight deadlines. “
Peter Cowley, Spirit Media
The Mint Collective
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