BUDGET POINTS

*For definitions of terms, see below.

Editing - 2 points per hour
Dubbing/Transfer Stations - 1 point per hour
Conference Room - 2 points per hour
Prime Time Studio - 20 points per hour
Non-Prime Time Studio - 10 points per hour
Express Studio - 5 points per hour
Camera Package - 20 points per day, 40 points per weekend
Major Equipment Package (no camera) - 10 points per day, 20 points per weekend

DEFINITIONS

Editing: Any Non-Linear or Linear Editing Room.
Prime Time Studio: 3-camera studios Mon.-Fri. 6 PM to 10 PM and all day Saturday.
Non-Prime Time Studio: 3-camera studios weekdays 12PM to 6 PM and 10 PM to midnight.
Camera Package: Camcorder along with any additional equipment (tripod, mics etc.)
Major Equipment Package: Any equipment package with no camera.

A given producer may not have more than one open project at a time. An open project is defined as a project for which production has begun, but which is not yet completed and submitted for cablecast. This means that if you are using MNN production facilities to produce a series program you may not use the facilities to produce a single during that quarter. Likewise, if you are using MNN production facilities to produce a single you may not use the facilities for another single or for a series until the current single is completed and submitted for cablecast.

In extenuating circumstances a producer may deactivate an open project. Project deactivation is strongly discouraged due to the substantial loss of numerous resources invested by both MNN and the producer. Producers wishing to deactivate a project are responsible for providing MNN with proof demonstrating a legitimate reason to be unable to complete a given project. At that time, MNN staff will meet with the producer to consider all reasonable means of salvaging the project.