Media insurance

What you print, stream and post is under more scrutiny than ever. And though your media content is dynamic, laws governing libel and slander are not.

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We insure the world’s innovators

Unmind
Bloom & Wild
Vested
Wheely

David and the team at Superscript have been fantastic in supporting Floom as we grow, in particular, our continued expansion in the US. They very quickly got to grips with our business model and provided a solution which put our business and commercial needs first.

Floom

Media insurance FAQs

Can you cover media liability for third-party contractors?

Yes, we can provide you coverage for vicarious liability, when you are held responsible for the actions of a third party contractor.

Do media businesses have to have cyber insurance?

Having cyber insurance is not a legal obligation, but owing to the spike in cyber crime and ransomware targeted specifically at media and IP reliant businesses, cyber insurance is becoming an increasingly required cover in contracts.

Does media insurance cover traditional media businesses?

Yes, our policies can cover businesses in the traditional media space, including:

  • marketing consultants
  • printed press
  • publishers
  • broadcasters
  • communication agencies
  • musicians

Does media insurance cover digital media businesses?

Yes, our policies can cover digital media businesses, including:

  • gaming designers and developers
  • eSports
  • music streaming
  • digital marketing
  • digital imagery and enhancement
  • social media platforms
  • digital publishing

Does media insurance cover social media content creators?

Yes, Superscript’s advised media insurance service can cover influencers (bloggers, vloggers, podcasters, social media businesses, public figures, YouTubers, etc) and influencer agencies.

Does media insurance include film and TV production?

Media liability insurance from Superscript provides tailored cover for TV series, films and commercials across numerous formats and natures, including animation, biographies, live broadcasts, musicals, political, sports, undercover filming, and unscripted dramas.

Authorised by the FCA

The FCA supervises UK financial services firms to protect consumers. We are directly authorised and regulated by the FCA and our Firm Reference Number is 656459. These details can be confirmed on the Financial Services Register at www.fca.org.uk or by calling the FCA on 0845 606 1234.

Protected by the FSCS

If you are a business with an annual turnover under £1m, charity with an annual income under £1m, or trust with net assets under £1m, then you will be entitled to compensation from the FSCS in the unlikely event we cannot meet our obligations. Full details and further information on the scheme are available at www.fscs.org.uk.

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Innovate finance
Insurtech UK
Holland Fintech