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How to get paid as a music artist: TV, film, video games, etc. (Sync Licensing)

5 tips for music artists

Sync licensing uses both composition/publishing and sound recording/master.

Terms and fees are individually negotiated.

Be specific on the grant of rights!

  • All TV, free TV, pay TV?

  • Theatrical, non-theatrical performance?

  • Streaming internet, download?

  • Film festival?

  • Social media?

  • All media?!

Be specific on the use!

  • Foreground?

  • Background?

  • Credits?

  • Theme song?

  • How much of the song is used?

  • Exclusive or nonexclusive?

  • Can edits/changes be made?

Beware of offers for “exposure”!

Beware of language granting free performance rights!