Ombuds Services

Ombuds Services

Ombuds.io uses a simple, 5-step process to create an effective Confidential, Independent, Impartial & Informal Outsourced Organizational Ombuds program for your Entertainment Industry studio, production, project or event.

Step Two:

Determine The Required Length of Ombuds Services:

Ombuds.io works with you to create an Outsourced Organizational Ombuds program to fit your studio, production, project or event timeline.

  • Per Project/Event –

    Ombuds.io per project or per event services often range from:

    • single day festivals, awards ceremonies & special events
    • week long conferences, conventions, tradeshows, tournaments & themed cruises
    • multi-week or multi-month animation, vfx/cfx & game development projects
  • Per Production/Season –

    Ombuds.io per production or per season services typically range from:

    • single day student, independent or studio film, television & digital shoots
    • week or month long film, television & digital shorts productions
    • film studio, television studio or theatre company full season productions
  • Monthly Retainer –

    Ombuds.io monthly retainer options are ideal for organizations who need on-going services or operate multiple/simultaneous productions, projects or events throughout the year:

    • studios & production companies
    • event organizers
    • game publishers
    • professional associations & unions

Step Three:

Choose The Most Effective Delivery Method of Ombuds Services:

Ombuds.io works with you to create an Outsourced Organizational Ombuds program to complement your studio, production, project or event environment.

  • Virtual –

    Ombuds.io virtual (off site) services include multiple contact point options, such as:

    • dedicated phone number
    • branded webpage
    • unique email address
  • On Location –

    Ombuds.io on location (in person) services include a minimum of three contact point options, such as:

    • private meeting area
    • dedicated phone number
    • unique email address
  • Hybrid –

    Ombuds.io hybrid (off site + in person) services include a combination of our virtual & on location options, such as:

    • private meeting area
    • dedicated phone number
    • branded webpage
    • unique email address

Step Four:

Set Up Your Ombuds Services:

Ombuds.io works with you to create an effective Outsourced Organizational Ombuds program to address the current challenges & goals of your studio, production, project or event:

  • Complete Your Ombuds Services Agreement
  • Sign Any Required Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

  • Prepare Your Ombuds Program Charter
  • Build & Create Your Ombuds Program’s Selected Contact Point Options
  • Customize Your Ombuds Program’s Outreach & Promotional Strategy
  • Launch Your Ombuds Program

Step Five:

Data Aggregation & Reporting

Ombuds.io works with you to establish a post-project, post-event or periodic (i.e. weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, etc.) reporting schedule for you to receive valuable, useful & actionable insights & data from your Outsourced Organizational Ombuds program, based on the category, timeline, environment, challenges & goals of your studio, production, project or event. Ombuds.io program reports commonly include both quantitative & qualitative information, such as:

  • Number of Cases
  • Categories/Types of Cases

  • Case Outcomes & Resolution Rates
  • Case Trends & Patterns
  • Anonymized Visitor Demographics
  • Specific Recommendations
  • Future Program Plans & Strategies

Ready To Get Started?

Let’s Talk About Ombuds Services:

Contact us today to determine which Ombuds.io service options match the category, fit the timeline, complement the environment and address the current challenges & goals of your studio, production, project or event.

  • Call 310-359-0142 (West Coast)

  • Call 646-759-0142 (East Coast)

  • Submit Our Online Contact Form

Ombuds.io is an active member of the International Ombuds Association (IOA). Ombuds services offered to Entertainment Industry studios, productions, projects & events through Ombuds.io follow the IOA Standards of Practice & Code of Ethics.

Ombuds.io Operating Principles:

CONFIDENTIALITY
Confidentiality is the defining characteristic of our Ombuds services. The identity of those seeking assistance from our Ombuds and all communications with them are confidential to the maximum extent permitted by law. Our Ombuds may, at their sole discretion, disclose confidential information when the person seeking assistance gives permission to do so; when failure to do so might result in an imminent risk of serious harm; or as necessary to defend against a formal complaint of professional misconduct.

INDEPENDENCE
Our Ombuds services are independent in structure, function, appearance, and decision-making. Our Ombuds report to the highest possible level within our client organizations and do not report to a function or entity that could affect, or be perceived as affecting, our Ombuds’ independence.

IMPARTIALITY
Our Ombuds are designated neutrals and impartial resources who do not take sides or serve as an advocate for any person or entity. Our Ombuds avoid conflicts of interest and conduct that could be perceived as a conflict of interest.

INFORMALITY
Our Ombuds do not participate in any evaluative, disciplinary, legal, or administrative proceedings related to concerns brought to the Ombuds’ attention. Our Ombuds are not authorized to make business and policy decisions or conduct formal investigations on behalf of our client organizations. Our Ombuds are not agents of client organizations for purposes of receiving notice of claims against the organization and are not authorized to be a formal reporting channel for the organization on matters brought to the Ombuds’ attention, except when specifically and expressly mandated by law.

Ombuds.io is a proud member of the International Ombuds Association