Insurance
Production insurance protects both producers and property owners. SetVenue requires producers to carry at least $1M general liability coverage, with the host and SetVenue named as additional insureds.
Minimum $1M general liability required
PDF certificate upload supported now
Short-term partner coverage available if you need it fast
Coverage partners
SetVenue doesn't broker or underwrite insurance. These are independent third-party providers you can buy from directly — links open in a new tab.
What hosts care about
Insurance is one of the clearest signals that a producer is serious, organized, and treating the property with professional care.
It also helps hosts feel confident approving bookings — especially for private residences or higher-risk productions.
The upload flow is straightforward: attach your COI as a PDF, and the host reviews it before confirming the booking.
FAQ
Production insurance covers liability exposure, property damage, and on-set incidents. It protects both you and the property owner, and most hosts require proof of coverage before confirming a booking.
A minimum of $1M general liability is required. Some hosts or higher-risk productions may require additional coverage — specific requirements are shown on each listing and in the booking flow.
Yes. You can begin the booking flow and upload your certificate before confirmation. If you need same-day coverage, our partner links can issue short-term policies in minutes.
Upload a PDF certificate of insurance (COI) showing at least $1M in general liability, with the property owner and SetVenue listed as additional insureds.