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Synchronization License
"I need a Synchronization License for using three classical music compositions in a feature film, with worldwide rights for theatrical and streaming release starting March 2025, including rights for trailers and marketing materials."
1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (rights holder) and licensee, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, establishing ownership of the musical work and intended synchronization purpose
3. Definitions: Key terms including 'Musical Work', 'Production', 'Territory', 'Term', and other relevant definitions
4. Grant of Rights: Specific synchronization rights being granted, including scope, territory, and duration
5. Licensed Works: Detailed description of the musical composition(s) being licensed
6. Permitted Use: Specific description of how the music can be used, including type of production and medium
7. Term and Territory: Duration of the license and geographical areas where it applies
8. Fee and Payment Terms: Compensation details, payment schedule, and any royalty arrangements
9. Credit and Attribution: Requirements for crediting the composers and rights holders
10. Warranties and Representations: Guarantees regarding ownership and right to license the work
11. Indemnification: Provisions for liability and protection against third-party claims
12. Termination: Conditions under which the agreement can be terminated and consequences
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law application and jurisdiction for disputes
14. Miscellaneous: Standard closing provisions including notices, assignment, and entire agreement
1. Moral Rights: Specific provisions addressing German moral rights requirements, used when the work requires significant adaptation
2. Collective Rights Management: Provisions regarding GEMA rights and collections, used when the musical work is registered with GEMA
3. Sub-licensing Rights: Terms for allowing the licensee to sub-license the music, included when sub-licensing is permitted
4. Digital Platform Provisions: Specific terms for digital/online use, included when the production will be distributed on digital platforms
5. International Use: Additional provisions for international exploitation, used when the territory extends beyond Germany
6. Exclusivity Provisions: Terms granting exclusive rights, included when exclusive use is being licensed
1. Schedule A - Musical Works: Detailed information about the musical works including composer, publisher, duration, and registration details
2. Schedule B - Production Details: Specific information about the production where the music will be synchronized
3. Schedule C - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of payments, including any royalty calculations or payment milestones
4. Schedule D - Technical Delivery Requirements: Specifications for delivery of music files and technical requirements
5. Appendix 1 - Approved Marketing Materials: Guidelines for use of the music in marketing and promotional materials
6. Appendix 2 - Credit Requirements: Detailed requirements for how credits must appear in the production and marketing materials
Authors
Musical Work
Composition
Production
Synchronization Rights
Territory
Term
Licensor
Licensee
Broadcast
Digital Platform
Exploitation
Fee
GEMA
Moral Rights
Master Recording
Media
Permitted Use
Release Date
Royalties
Subsidiary Rights
Technical Specifications
Third Party Rights
Usage Period
Visual Content
Advertising Materials
Commercial Exhibition
Distribution Channels
Intellectual Property Rights
Marketing Materials
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Publishing Rights
Related Rights
Streaming
Sub-License
Synchronization
Urheberrecht
Verwertungsrechte
Working Day
License Scope
Territory and Duration
Payment Terms
Usage Rights
Moral Rights
Attribution Requirements
Warranties and Representations
Indemnification
Confidentiality
Intellectual Property
Termination
Assignment
Force Majeure
Notices
Governing Law
Dispute Resolution
Entire Agreement
Severability
Sub-Licensing
Quality Control
Reporting Requirements
Credit Requirements
Marketing Rights
Technical Requirements
Exclusivity
Amendment
Third Party Rights
Collective Rights Management
Digital Rights
Media & Entertainment
Music Industry
Film & Television
Advertising & Marketing
Gaming Industry
Digital Media
Broadcasting
Online Content Creation
Performing Arts
Sports & Events
Legal
Business Affairs
Content Production
Music Licensing
Rights Management
Creative Services
Digital Production
Copyright Administration
Media Operations
Production Management
Music Licensing Manager
Rights Clearance Specialist
Legal Counsel
Content Producer
Film Director
Music Supervisor
Media Rights Manager
Copyright Administrator
Production Coordinator
Business Affairs Executive
Creative Director
Digital Content Manager
Entertainment Lawyer
Licensing Coordinator
Publishing Administrator
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