Field of Jack Roast | Use of Personal Material & Permissions

Field of Jack films are built around real people, real stories, and the personal details that make each subject unique.

During the commissioning process, clients may provide photographs, anecdotes, personal memories, and contextual information that help shape the narrative of the film.

This page explains how personal material is used within the Field of Jack storytelling process and how permissions are handled.

The aim is simply to ensure that all material used in a commission is shared respectfully and with appropriate understanding.

Commissioners may be asked to provide materials such as:

• personal photographs
  
• short video clips
  
• anecdotes or memories
  
• descriptions of habits, routines, or personality traits
  
• contextual details about the subject or event
  

These materials help inform the narrative and visual direction of the film.

Not all submitted material will necessarily appear in the final film, but it may help shape tone, humour, or storytelling choices during development.

The commissioner is responsible for ensuring that any materials submitted for use in a film are appropriate to share.

This includes confirming that:

• photographs or media can be used for the purposes of the commission
  
• anecdotes or references do not violate the privacy of others
  
• the material provided does not infringe on the rights of third parties
  

Field of Jack relies on the commissioner’s judgement when using personal material provided during the process.

Field of Jack films are designed to balance humour, storytelling, and affection.

Even when films take a playful or satirical tone, the intention is always to represent the subject in a way that feels recognisable, thoughtful, and respectful.

If there are personal boundaries, sensitivities, or topics that should be avoided, these can be communicated during the commissioning process.

Occasionally, anecdotes or stories may involve friends, colleagues, or family members connected to the subject.

Field of Jack will avoid presenting identifiable individuals in a negative or defamatory way.

However, commissioners should be mindful when submitting stories that involve other people and should ensure that the tone remains appropriate for the intended audience.

Submitted materials may be used in a variety of ways within a commissioned film, including:

• visual references
  
• narrative context
  
• voiceover storytelling
  
• environmental or situational framing
  

In many cases, the most important role of these materials is to help guide the narrative tone rather than to appear directly on screen.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Field of Jack may retain the right to display completed films or excerpts for purposes such as:

• portfolio examples
  
• studio demonstrations
  
• promotional materials
  

This helps illustrate the storytelling formats offered by the studio.

If a commission requires strict privacy or confidentiality, this can be discussed before production begins.

Field of Jack will not knowingly use material that:

• invades personal privacy
  
• presents individuals in a harmful or defamatory way
  
• contains content that could reasonably cause distress
  

The studio reserves the right to decline or modify material that does not align with these principles.

If you have questions about how personal material may be used in a commission, the studio will always be happy to clarify before production begins.

Clear communication helps ensure that the final film remains enjoyable, respectful, and appropriate for the people involved.