One Fee — Payroll & Tech
One all-in fee to cover your payroll and accounting technology solutions.
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A dedicated Paymaster, Account Executive & Client Success Manager for your project.
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Trusted by over 7,500 independent productions and counting.
The industry’s leader in independent productions.
Since 2020, Entertainment Partners has supported more than 7,500 independent productions—including scripted series, reality TV, documentaries, feature films, and animation—from setup through wrap, making EP one of the largest service providers to independent film and television producers globally.
EP’s all-in payroll and tech bundle.
We understand the challenges indie productions face. That’s why we provide one all-in price for payroll processing and all your production accounting technology needs, including digital start work (SmartStart), digital timecards (SmartTime), accounting (SmartAccounting) and AP processing (SmartPO+Payables and CASHét), so you don’t have to wonder about unexpected costs or hidden fees. And, your crew and talent will have access to all their pay and tax documents with MyEP — included with a single below-the-line (BTL) payroll fee.
A dedicated AE and Paymaster on every production.
EP doesn’t just provide technology—we provide peace of mind. From onboarding to wrap, our team is available 24/7 and our self-service tools empower your crew to work faster, smarter, and with total confidence.
- 24/7 support from real production finance experts—no bots, no delays
- Dedicated Account Executive and Paymaster assigned to every production
"Completely streamlined, world-class experience from start paperwork, to timesheet submission, to requesting contract service letters."
Sharon W. | Set Medic
"SmartAccounting is the pace setter of the industry, in my opinion, with easy to use and intuitive modules, importing options, and accessibility."
Ruby Dee P. | Production Accountant
"SmartTime is easy, simple, and I love it!
Jeremy C. | Payroll Accountant
“The more I use other software, the more I have come to appreciate the features, integration, and simplicity of [SmartPO +Payables]. [SmartPO +Payables] is the most thoughtful AP and payments integration I have seen of all the payment solutions.”
Paul D. | 1st Assistant Accountant
“Support has always been solid with EP software. And even with a sizable group of competitive software available these days, I have not found one that can replace the functionality of EP software.”
Eric R. | Line Producer
Why Choose EP for Your Independent Production
EP’s all-inclusive fee covers Digital Payroll (SmartStart, SmartTime, Payroll), Accounting (SmartAccounting, SmartPO +Payables) and MyEP—all under a single Below-the-Line (BTL) processing fee. No separate technology fees apply.
Entertainment Partners is the only provider of film and TV payroll and production accounting software that enables UK production companies to provide a consistent global experience to studios commissioning content in the US and the UK. EP’s industry-leading production finance solutions Movie Magic Budgeting, SmartStart, SmartTime, SmartAccounting, SmartPO +Payables and CASHét Card are fully customised for UK productions, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations while enabling production companies to align their financial reporting and workflows with ever-evolving studio requirements.
EP provides the industry’s only fully integrated, end-to-end digital solution for payroll and accounting. The suite includes SmartStart, SmartTime, SmartAccounting, SmartPO +Payables, CASHét and MyEP—all designed to streamline financial operations.
No. EP’s simplified pricing model offers a single fee for payroll and technology. The company has supported over 7,500 independent productions since 2020, proving its scalability and affordability for productions of all sizes.
EP’s elite hours-to-gross system ensures accurate payroll calculations across union jurisdictions. The team also supports ACA compliance for non-union workers and offers healthcare and workers’ comp solutions.
EP assigns a dedicated Account Executive and Paymaster to each production. This concierge-style onboarding ensures smooth setup and continuity across projects, tailored to the needs of lean production teams.
EP’s in-house experts help productions apply early, monitor policy changes and ensure compliance across jurisdictions. This maximizes savings and reduces the risk of missed opportunities.
The suite includes:
- SmartStart: Onboarding automation
- SmartTime: Timecard management
- SmartAccounting: Cost tracking
- SmartPO +Payables: Vendor payments
- CASHét: Cash flow management
- MyEP: User portal for centralized access
EP’s digital workflows eliminate manual entry, ensure compliance, and provide real-time cost reporting. This saves time, reduces errors, and simplifies audits—especially valuable for small teams.
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