Music Licensing for Film & Television

Music Licensing for Film & Television

Learn to ensure your film or TV project's soundtrack is legally compliant. Part of VLA's Workshop Series: FILM/TV Series.

By Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

Date and time

Tuesday, June 18 · 2 - 3:30pm PDT

Location

Online

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event


This class is tailored for musicians aiming to delve into the intricate world of music licensing for film and television. Whether you're a composer seeking to have your music featured in visual media or a filmmaker looking to enhance your project with the perfect soundtrack, understanding the ins and outs of music licensing is essential. We'll explore the nuances of licensing agreements, synchronization rights, and how to negotiate deals that benefit both parties. From navigating the complexities of royalty structures to ensuring your compositions are properly protected, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the competitive realm of film and television. Gain insight into the evolving landscape of music placement in visual media, and empower yourself to maximize opportunities while safeguarding your creative rights.


Fees:

For members, please contact registrations@vlany.org to receive your special discount code, which will allow you to access and purchase your discounted ticket.

$25 Full-Time Student (students must present proof of status after registering)
$25 Artists Over Sixty
$35 Arts Professional VLA Member
$55 Arts Professional Non-Member
$85 Legal Professional VLA Member
$110 Legal Professional Non-Member
$55 YAM’s Current Members and Associate Board

Please note you are not registered until full payment is received.

All registration fees are non-refundable. Instructors are subject to change and no refunds will be given in the event that there is a substitution of the instructor.

For more information on this program, please contact VLA at registrations@vlany.org.

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Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

Founded in 1969, VLA is the leading legal aid and education organization dedicated to New York artists and its arts and cultural organizations (ACOs). VLA strives to protect the artistic community's livelihoods, businesses, and creative works through access to dedicated legal representation and focused innovative education programs. To achieve this mission, VLA:

  • facilitates pro bono legal representation for low-income artists and ACOs;
  • offers legal counseling, education programs, advocacy, and alternative dispute resolution services to the entire arts community;
  • trains lawyers to better serve the arts community; and
  • advocates on behalf of artists to ensure their voices are heard.

VLA helps artists navigate legal challenges that can arise out of their work, providing crucial legal guidance that allows artists to focus on their creative practices. In doing so, VLA has fostered the careers of talented artists such as Twyla Tharp, Chapman Roberts, and Tony Kushner and advanced impactful New York organizations including BalletNext, the Caribbean Cultural Center, and Nuyorican Poets Café. Each year, VLA offers legal representation, education, and information to more than 10,000 low-income artists and ACOs and facilitates the contribution of more than $20 million in free legal services. The breadth and depth of high-quality services offered by VLA have made it the model for similar organizations across the country and around the world.

$25 – $110