Last Updated: 28 June 2026
These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of the Heretica Pty Ltd website, applications and related services (Platform).
In these Terms, "we", "us" and "our" means the owner and operator of the Platform.
The Platform enables film industry professionals and related service providers to create profiles and connect with individuals and organisations seeking film industry talent and services.
By creating an Account, purchasing a Subscription, submitting a Profile Listing or otherwise using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
You must be at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
By using the Platform, you warrant that:
a. all information provided by you is accurate and current;
b. you have any licences, permits, qualifications, approvals and work rights required to undertake any work promoted through your Profile Listing; and
c. your use of the Platform complies with all applicable laws.
You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an Account.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity occurring under your Account.
You must promptly update your Account information if it becomes inaccurate or outdated.
You must not allow another person to use your Account.
You may create and maintain a Profile Listing on the Platform.
You warrant that all information contained in your Profile Listing is accurate, current and not misleading.
You are solely responsible for the content of your Profile Listing, including any representations regarding your experience, qualifications, credits, skills, availability or professional background.
We may remove, suspend or refuse to publish any Profile Listing at our discretion.
If you create, manage or maintain a Profile Listing on behalf of another person, you warrant that:
a. you have that person's authority to create, manage and maintain the Profile Listing;
b. you have obtained all consents necessary to upload and publish their personal information, photographs, showreels, professional credits and other Content on the Platform;
c. the information contained in the Profile Listing is accurate and current to the best of your knowledge; and
d. you will provide evidence of that authority upon request by us.
We may suspend, remove or refuse to publish a Profile Listing where we reasonably believe the person creating or managing the Profile Listing does not have the authority of the individual featured in that Profile Listing.
Fees for Profile Listings and Subscriptions are displayed on the Platform.
Unless otherwise stated, all fees are inclusive of GST.
By purchasing a Subscription, you authorise us to charge the applicable fees using your nominated payment method.
Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the commencement of the next billing period.
All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any rights or remedies available under the Australian Consumer Law.
We may suspend, remove or deactivate a Profile Listing where fees remain unpaid.
We reserve the right to vary Subscription fees upon reasonable notice.
You may cancel your Subscription at any time through your Account or by contacting us.
Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing period unless otherwise stated.
Upon cancellation or termination of a Subscription, we may remove, archive or deactivate your Profile Listing and Content.
A request to remove a Profile Listing does not entitle you to a refund of fees already paid.
The Platform is a directory and networking service only.
We do not guarantee that any user will obtain employment, engagements, auditions, contracts, bookings, representation, income or any other opportunity through the Platform.
Payment of Subscription fees only provides access to Platform features and does not guarantee any particular outcome.
We do not guarantee the visibility, ranking, prominence, exposure or performance of any Profile Listing.
Search results, recommendations and profile placement may be determined by factors selected by us and may change from time to time without notice.
We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, currency or reliability of any Profile Listing, user information or communication made through the Platform.
Users are responsible for conducting their own enquiries and due diligence before entering into any arrangement with another user.
You retain ownership of all Content uploaded by you to the Platform and all Intellectual Property Rights subsisting in that Content.
You grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to host, store, reproduce, publish, display, distribute and otherwise use your Content for the purpose of operating, maintaining, improving and promoting the Platform.
You warrant that:
a. you own or control all Intellectual Property Rights necessary to upload the Content;
b. the Content does not infringe the Intellectual Property Rights of any third party;
c. the Content is lawful and not misleading; and
d. the Content does not contain material that is defamatory, offensive or otherwise inappropriate.
We may remove, edit, restrict access to or refuse to publish any Content at our discretion.
All Intellectual Property Rights in the Platform, including its software, design, branding, logos, functionality and content, remain our property or the property of our licensors.
You authorise us to use your Profile Listing, name, photographs, showreels, professional credits and other Intellectual Property for marketing, promotional and advertising purposes relating to the Platform.
You must not:
a. upload false, inaccurate or misleading information;
b. infringe any intellectual property rights;
c. impersonate another person;
d. upload unlawful, defamatory, offensive or inappropriate content;
e. harass, abuse, threaten or discriminate against any person;
f. use the Platform for any unlawful purpose; or
g. initiate unjustified, fraudulent or abusive chargebacks, payment reversals or payment disputes.
We may suspend or terminate an Account and recover reasonable costs incurred as a result of any fraudulent or abusive chargeback activity.
The Platform may provide communication tools that allow users to communicate with other users.
Users are solely responsible for any communications they send, receive or participate in through the Platform.
We do not endorse, verify or approve any communication, representation, statement, offer or request made by any user.
We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, legality or conduct of users in connection with any communication conducted through or arising from the Platform.
Users must not use any communication feature of the Platform to:
a. harass, threaten, intimidate or abuse another person;
b. send spam or unsolicited commercial communications;
c. engage in discriminatory, offensive or unlawful conduct;
d. publish or transmit defamatory, misleading or deceptive material;
e. impersonate another person; or
f. solicit or encourage unlawful conduct.
We may monitor, review, restrict or remove communications at our discretion but are under no obligation to do so.
Users may report inappropriate communications to us.
We may investigate complaints and suspend or terminate Accounts where we reasonably believe a user has breached these Terms.
Users should not disclose confidential, sensitive or personal information through the Platform unless they are satisfied that it is appropriate to do so.
We do not guarantee the security, confidentiality or delivery of communications between users.
We are not responsible for any use, misuse or disclosure of contact information exchanged between users.
The Platform acts solely as a technology service connecting industry participants.
We are not an employer, recruitment agency, labour hire provider, talent agency, manager or representative of any user.
Any engagement, employment, contract, arrangement, discussion, negotiation, audition, booking or other interaction entered into as a result of contact made through the Platform is solely between the relevant parties.
We are not responsible for any discussions, negotiations, agreements, engagements, payments, auditions, bookings, workplace conduct, disputes or other dealings between users.
You are responsible for your own taxation, superannuation, insurance and legal compliance obligations.
Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
You consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Policy.
You consent to receiving service-related notices and communications electronically.
We may suspend, restrict or terminate your Account or Profile Listing where:
a. you breach these Terms;
b. we reasonably suspect unlawful, fraudulent or misleading conduct;
c. your conduct creates legal, reputational or security risks; or
d. continued access may adversely affect the Platform or its users.
Termination does not affect any accrued rights or obligations.
You indemnify and hold harmless us and our officers, employees, contractors and representatives against any loss, damage, liability, claim, cost or expense arising from:
a. your Profile Listing;
b. your Intellectual Property;
c. your communications with other users;
d. your breach of these Terms; or
e. your breach of any law or third-party rights.
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any rights or remedies that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we do not warrant that:
a. the Platform will be uninterrupted, secure or error-free;
b. defects will be corrected;
c. the Platform will always be available; or
d. information stored on the Platform will be preserved or recoverable.
Users are responsible for maintaining their own backup copies of all content uploaded to the Platform.
We do not guarantee permanent storage of content or recovery of deleted content.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for indirect, consequential, incidental or special loss or damage.
Our total liability arising from or in connection with these Terms is limited to the total fees paid by you during the 12 months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
You acknowledge that you have relied on your own enquiries, investigations and judgment in deciding to use the Platform.
You acknowledge that no representation, statement, promise, warranty or guarantee not expressly contained in these Terms has been relied upon by you.
We may amend these Terms from time to time by publishing updated Terms on the Platform.
Continued use of the Platform following publication of amended Terms constitutes acceptance of those amendments.
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Platform.
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
No waiver of any right under these Terms will be effective unless made in writing.
These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.
The parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.
Last updated: June 2026
These Terms and Conditions govern access to and use of the Platform by users who search for individuals, view Profile Listings, post opportunities, publish advertisements and receive applications through the Platform.
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
By creating an account, posting an Advertisement, searching for Profile Listings or otherwise using the Platform, you agree to comply with these Terms.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Platform.
If you use the Platform on behalf of an organisation, you warrant that you have authority to bind that organisation.
The Platform is operated by Heretica Pty Ltd ACN 698758342 (Company, we, us or our).
The Platform provides an online marketplace that enables users to search for Profile Listings, publish opportunities and connect with users.
The Platform is an introductory service only.
The Company does not employ, engage, recruit, recommend, represent, manage or act as agent for users.
The Company does not provide recruitment, labour hire, employment, talent management, casting agency, staffing or placement services.
The Company does not become a party to any agreement formed between users.
You must:
a. be at least 18 years old;
b. have legal capacity to enter agreements;
c. provide accurate information; and
d. comply with applicable laws.
You may create and manage accounts for your business or authorised personnel.
You may be required to register an account.
You must:
a. keep information current;
b. maintain security of credentials;
c. prevent unauthorised access; and
d. notify us of suspected misuse.
You remain responsible for activity conducted through your account.
You may search Profile Listings and contact users through the Platform.
You acknowledge that:
a. Profile Listings are user-generated;
b. the Company does not verify identity, experience, qualifications, licences, credits, availability, suitability or accuracy;
c. Profile Listings may become outdated;
d. use of information obtained through the Platform is at your own risk; and
e. engagement decisions remain solely your responsibility.
You must not scrape, harvest, copy, extract or systematically collect Platform content or personal information.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, the Company does not conduct:
a. identity verification;
b. police checks;
c. working with children checks;
d. reference checks;
e. qualification verification;
f. employment history verification; or
g. background screening.
Users are responsible for undertaking their own enquiries and verification.
The Platform may display search results, featured listings, promoted listings, recommendations or ranked results.
Display order does not constitute endorsement, recommendation, verification or approval by the Company.
Visibility of profiles and Advertisements may depend on Platform settings, subscriptions, system operation and user activity.
The Company does not guarantee visibility, applications, engagement outcomes or search ranking.
You may publish Advertisements through the Platform.
You warrant that all Advertisements:
a. are genuine;
b. are accurate;
c. comply with applicable laws;
d. do not contain false, misleading or deceptive content;
e. do not infringe rights of others; and
f. are published in good faith.
You must not publish Advertisements that:
g. discriminate unlawfully;
h. contain offensive or unlawful content;
i. promote illegal conduct;
j. request prohibited payments;
k. misuse personal information;
l. impersonate another person; or
m. contain harmful code.
Advertisements may relate to employment, contractor engagements, collaborations, volunteer opportunities, creative projects or other lawful opportunities.
You are solely responsible for ensuring your Advertisements and engagement activities comply with applicable laws including:
a. workplace and employment laws;
b. anti-discrimination laws;
c. child employment laws;
d. occupational health and safety requirements;
e. award and minimum entitlement obligations;
f. privacy laws; and
g. advertising obligations.
The Company does not review or approve legal compliance.
Applicants may respond to Advertisements through the Platform.
Any engagement is solely between users.
The Company is not responsible for:
a. negotiations;
b. contracts;
c. payments;
d. cancellations;
e. conduct;
f. performance; or
g. disputes.
Users are responsible for their own interactions and safety.
The Company does not supervise or control meetings, interviews, auditions, engagements, filming, travel arrangements or off-platform communications.
Users assume responsibility for assessing risk and arranging appropriate precautions.
The Platform may permit communications.
You must ensure communications are lawful and respectful.
You must not:
a. harass users;
b. send unsolicited communications;
c. misuse personal information;
d. circumvent Platform rules; or
e. transmit unlawful material.
We may monitor, restrict or remove communications.
Certain Platform services may require payment.
Unless otherwise stated:
a. fees are payable in advance;
b. fees are non-refundable except where required by law; and
c. pricing may change.
Users must not use the Platform to avoid payment obligations or circumvent applicable Platform fees.
The Company owns or licenses all Intellectual Property in the Platform.
Users retain ownership of uploaded content.
By uploading content, you grant the Company a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to host, reproduce, adapt, crop, resize, reformat, display, distribute and promote that content for operation, maintenance and promotion of the Platform.
You warrant that you have authority to grant this licence.
Use of the Platform involves collection and handling of personal information.
Users must comply with applicable privacy laws.
You must only use personal information for legitimate recruitment or engagement purposes.
You must not sell, disclose or use personal information for unrelated marketing without consent.
The Company does not guarantee uninterrupted access.
The Platform may experience outages, maintenance, interruptions, delays or technical failures.
Advertisements, applications, communications and data may expire or be removed.
Users should retain their own records and copies.
The Company may remove, restrict, suspend or disable content where it reasonably considers content:
a. breaches these Terms;
b. infringes intellectual property;
c. infringes privacy rights;
d. is misleading or unlawful;
e. impersonates another person;
f. creates legal or reputational risk; or
g. becomes the subject of a complaint.
The Company is not required to provide prior notice.
You consent to receiving notices, updates, invoices and communications electronically.
Electronic communications satisfy legal notice requirements where permitted by law.
We may suspend, restrict or terminate access at any time where necessary.
Termination does not affect accrued rights.
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
a. the Platform is provided on an "as available" basis;
b. the Company does not guarantee outcomes, engagements or accuracy; and
c. all implied warranties are excluded.
The Company is not liable for:
d. inaccurate Profile Listings;
e. failed engagements;
f. conduct of users;
g. loss of opportunity;
h. lost revenue; or
i. indirect or consequential loss.
Where liability cannot be excluded, liability is limited to resupply of services or the amount paid in the previous 12 months.
You indemnify the Company against claims, liabilities, losses, costs and expenses arising from:
a. your use of the Platform;
b. your Advertisements;
c. your dealings with users;
d. breach of these Terms; or
e. infringement of third-party rights.
We may update these Terms.
Continued use constitutes acceptance.
These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.
The parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.