Faster Payments
Legal delivery is required to close your deal and release payment.
About Us
We make film documents simple — so your film gets delivered, approved, and paid.
You’ve poured time, money, and heart into your project (or are about to). The last thing between you and getting paid is legal delivery — the final, confusing hurdle that often derails deals. ShowbizWise exists to turn that chaos into a clear, step‑by‑step process you can actually follow.
What is legal delivery (also known as "due diligence")?
You have to deliver these documents from your film/project to a buyer, client, or distributor so they can make sure they won't get sued. You must be sure they approve your documents or you might not get paid:
Dozens of Contracts and Forms
Information grids
Reports and registrations
Confusing insurance
Potentially hundreds of documents!
We make that easy with the ShowbizWise System.
Disclaimer: We are not a law firm. We do not provide legal advice. Seek the counsel of your own attorney to provide legal advice specific to your situation.
What We Do
The ShowbizWise System™ gives you the checklists, courses, and contract templates you need to deliver professionally — without hiring a lawyer for every step.
We've protected clients on thousands of titles. We've gotten filmmakers and creators paid tens of million$ of dollars. Now we want to help you get protected AND get paid.
Our team has experience delivering film legal documents to:
North America:
Sony, Universal, Netflix, Amazon, Magnolia, Saban, AMC Networks, IFC Films, Shudder, ALLBLK, BET, Lionsgate, Apple TV, EOne, and more...
World:
Signature (UK), Wildbunch(Europe), Studio Canal (France)
Umbrella (Australia/NZ), BetaFilm(Germany), UPI, Warner Bros. International, Sony International, Turner International, and more...
And virtually every major film distributor on the planet.
Our mantra: “Just tell me what to do and send me the form!” — and then we do exactly that.
What We Do
ShowbizWise is a complete system that helps filmmakers and creators handle legal delivery with confidence. We give you the checklists, courses, and contract templates you need to deliver professionally — without hiring a lawyer for every step.
Our mantra: “Just tell me what to do and send me the form!” — and then we do exactly that.
The SW System™ — Deliver Clean. Get Paid. Move On.
01
Checklistia
(What to Do)
(What to Do)
Crystal-clear checklists that spell out every deliverable, deadline, and doc you’ll need.
02
ShowbizWise University (How to Do It)
Short, practical video lessons that walk you through each task, with examples and pro tips.
03
Form Factory
(Make It Easy)
(Make It Easy)
Battle-tested templates for contracts, clearances, and delivery packages so you’re never starting from scratch.
Outcome: No expensive lawyers, no more last‑minute scrambles, and no more “missing paperwork” emails.
You deliver once — and right.
Project Protection
Proper contracts and clearances prevent disputes and reshoots.
Look Pro
Organized, accurate delivery builds your reputation with distributors and partners.
Save Money
DIY the smart way with tools that feel like an in-house contracts department.
Why It Matters
Legal delivery is where great projects stall. Built from thousands of studio-level deliveries reviewed by our team and led by Walter Boholst (Florida attorney since 1999), ShowbizWise gives filmmakers a clear path: learn the how, use the right forms, and follow airtight checklists. The result? Fewer surprises, cleaner approvals, faster payments—without feeling like you need an in-house legal department.
Why It Matters
Legal delivery is where great projects stall. Built from thousands of studio-level deliveries reviewed by our team and led by Walter Boholst (Florida attorney since 1999), ShowbizWise gives filmmakers a clear path: learn the how, use the right forms, and follow airtight checklists. The result? Fewer surprises, cleaner approvals, faster payments—without feeling like you need an in-house legal department.
Faster Payments
Legal delivery is required to close your deal and release payment.
Project Protection
Proper contracts and clearances prevent disputes and reshoots.
Look Pro
Organized, accurate delivery builds your reputation with distributors and partners.
Save Money
DIY the smart way with tools that feel like an in-house contracts department.
Meet Your Instructor
WALTER BOHOLST
He has been a licensed Florida attorney since 1999 and has overseen legal delivery on thousands of film and TV titles since 2008. As president and founder of Showbiz Consultants, his clients have included AMC Networks, Paramount Pictures, Electric Entertainment, Sphere Abacus, Epic Pictures Group, and XYZ Films amongst many others.
After stints at MGM Pictures Creative Affairs and Universal Music Group, Walter spent eight years combined as in-house counsel for Rhino Entertainment/Warner Music Group and RLJ Entertainment fka Image Entertainment. From there he and his team have served numerous clients and delivered to almost every major film distributor on the planet.
He has been a featured guest speaker for the University of Miami School of Film, the Film Development Council of the Philippines, The Scripwriter's Network, and The University of Florida Asian Student Union, amongst many others.
He’s also a lifelong filmmaker who’s written and directed feature films. He’s an alum of the University of Florida and the University of Miami School of Law and is active in the Filipino and Asian American communities.
If you want hands-on help rather than DIY, you can find Walter at business affairs consulting company Showbiz Consultants:
Meet Your Instructor
WALTER BOHOLST
He has been a licensed Florida attorney since 1999 and has overseen legal delivery on thousands of film and TV titles since 2008. As president and founder of Showbiz Consultants, his clients have included AMC Networks, Paramount Pictures, and XYZ Films.
Walter spent five years in music legal & business affairs for Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group, and he’s a lifelong filmmaker who’s written and directed feature films. He’s an alum of the University of Florida and the University of Miami School of Law and is active in the Filipino and Asian American communities.
Who We Help
Anyone
protecting/monetizing their content
Independent filmmakers/producers
creating $50K–$200K+ projects
Independent creators
who want to protect their hard work
Small production co.'s
that need an affordable DIY legal document solution
Sales agents/distributors
that need a reliable forms library
Post houses, ad agencies & vendors
pairing physical and legal delivery
Film schools & students
who want a practical guide to contracts
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I start?
Most people begin with a checklist from Checklistia to understand what they need at a glance, and then use the courses and templates to ensure there's no mistakes.
Can I buy just one course?
Absolutely. Pick the module(s) most relevant to your needs, or save with our All-Access Pass.
How long do I have to complete the course?
For as long as you are subscribed—work at your own pace, revisit modules anytime, and download new templates as they become available.
Can I get templates without a course?
Absolutely! Head to the Form Factory for downloads.
Do I need any prior legal experience?
No legal background required. We start at square one and build up to advanced topics with clear, jargon-free guidance. B
What software or accounts do I need?
Just a standard office suite (Word/Excel/PDF) and internet access. No specialized apps required.
Do you answer questions about the forms?
We can only provide information on how to fill out the forms and basic product information. We cannot provide legal advice. We are not a law firm and we are not your attorney.
Will this take the place of a lawyer?
No. We are not a law firm nor do we provide legal advice. We suggest you retain a lawyer if you want expert legal advice tailored to your specific situation. But if you want basic education and tools to maximize your budget you can start here. You can always get a lawyer if you need one for complex situations or you run out of time.
Why can't I just use AI for my forms?
AI hallucinates and provides incorrect info. It also partially bases it's results on what it can find on the web which includes horribly drafted contracts, school assignments which are intentionally incorrect, and outdated information. Lawyers don't post their clients contracts online. By definition, the industry is confidential. The best contracts are ones that real human attorneys use, tweak, and revise as they use them. As with any AI material, you take your chances with an AI that's trying to replicate what a human does. It's up to you but you could lose everything.
If I want someone to make sure I'm doing this right who can I hire to do that?
If you follow the ShowbizWise System you'll be in good shape. But if you want experts to double-check your work ShowbizWise's parent company, Showbiz Consultants, is here to help. Showbiz Consultants is a business affairs consulting company that can review your documents. But it is not a law firm, does not provide legal advice, and will not take the place of your own attorney. Click the link at the bottom of our About page to contact Showbiz Consultants.
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ShowbizWise provides educational resources and templates for DIY legal delivery. This is not legal advice. For specific legal questions, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.
