How to set up an audiovisual production company

In 2021, more than ever, video is everywhere. No longer just on the big screen, it is duplicated ad infinitum, in all formats, for all audiences, everywhere in our daily lives. Even in the street, advertisements are now projected on animated screens!

As a result, demand from many audiovisual production companies is increasing, thanks to the creation of new market segments.

There's something for everyone: television, video clips, social media, online media, etc. So, many producers working in production companies or for a television channel are looking for independence to launch their own business.

If you too would like to become your own boss, stay right there, you've come to the right place!

Before creating your company: what you need to know?

Before diving into the administrative formalities, it's essential to define your project clearly.

First of all, build a market study to compare supply and demand. Before even knowing if your idea is viable, ask yourself about its opportunities, and the customers it could meet:

• Is there enough demand to keep you busy?
• Does the competing offer already occupy all market segments?
• How to differentiate my offer from the competition?
• What will my company's identity be?
• Who are my target customers?
• What formats will I be working with?

All these questions are fundamental in defining the profile and image of your company.

Having a good idea isn't enough; you need to make sure it meets a real need in the market. Then, you'll need to develop a solid commercial, marketing strategy, and put together a portfolio.

How to create your audiovisual production company?

To create your company, you must follow three fundamental steps.

1. Choosing your registered address, drafting the articles of association, and depositing the share capital.

The company's registered office is an essential part of its identity. It's the official administrative address, also known as the "domiciliation address."

Next, you'll need to draw up your company's articles of association. The law requires the following information to be included (this may vary depending on the legal status chosen):

• The company name
• Head office address
• The company's purpose
• The company's duration
• The amount of share capital
• The name of the manager
• The identity of the founding partners
• Terms and conditions for the release of cash contributions
• The distribution of shares among the partners.

Finally, you absolutely have to deposit your company's share capital into an escrow account with your bank. This is a mandatory step to get your SARL registered.

2. Compile the incorporation file and pay the administrative fees

To be approved, your company formation application must include the following:

• The corresponding CERFA M0 form.
• The articles of association, drafted, certified as compliant and signed in 3 copies
• The certificate of funds blocking from your bank
• The certificate of publication of a legal announcement in an approved newspaper

3. Register the company and receive your Kbis extract

Only at the end of this process will you receive your Kbis extract, confirming the legal existence of your company, within 4 to 6 weeks. This document gives you permission to officially start your business.

Which legal status should you choose?

The legal status of your company depends directly on the type of project you want to create.

If you want to work solo, we recommend checking out the rules for micro-entrepreneur status, EURL or SASU. If you want to work with others, check out the rules for SARL or SAS.

What are the advantages of company domiciliation?

When creating your company, you will need to indicate a registered office address. Many audiovisual producers choose business domiciliation at this time.

Take advantage of a wide range of addresses located in the prestigious districts of Paris and other major French cities! This will boost your business's credibility with your clients. This domiciliation offer comes with a full range of services designed to make your life easier: meeting rooms for client meetings, digital mail management, legal and administrative assistance, and more.

This way, you can relieve your daily routine of time-consuming tasks and concentrate on your core business: growing your business and advising your customers!

With SeDomicilier, get your business address certificate in just 5 minutes, 100% online! On a daily basis, you can easily manage all your services from a customizable and secure virtual office!