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How to fill out the SYNCHRONIZATION LICENSE online
The SYNCHRONIZATION LICENSE is a crucial document that outlines the agreement between a producer and an owner regarding the use of a musical composition in a motion picture. Completing this form accurately ensures clear understanding and legal compliance between both parties.
Follow the steps to complete the SYNCHRONIZATION LICENSE effectively.
- Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the document and open it in the editor.
- Fill in the date at the top of the form to indicate when the agreement is made. This should be the date of execution by both parties.
- Insert the name of the Producer and Owner in the respective fields. Ensure the correct legal names are used to avoid future disputes.
- In the Selection section, provide the title of the master recording and the name of the individual artist or group responsible for the composition.
- State the title of the motion picture in the Picture section to clarify which production the license pertains to.
- Define the Territory. The standard option is 'the entire universe'.
- Describe the manner of usage of the composition in the Usage section. Be specific about how the composition will be incorporated into the Picture.
- Indicate the duration of the usage in the appropriate section, specifying the time in minutes and seconds.
- Fill out the Term of the license, which usually states that the rights will last in perpetuity.
- Complete the Grant of Synchronization Rights by detailing the specific rights being granted to the Producer. Subsections detail various rights including Recordation, Reproduction, and Performance Rights.
- Address the Consideration clause, where you state the financial terms of the agreement.
- Provide any necessary notices to the addresses indicated in the Notices section, ensuring both parties are updated on any changes.
- Outline crediting terms in the Credit section, specifying how contributors will be acknowledged in the motion picture.
- Confirm Owner's representations and warranties in the Representations section, verifying ownership and rights.
- Finally, both parties should sign the document, including any necessary tax identification numbers.
Complete and submit your SYNCHRONIZATION LICENSE online to ensure your music is properly licensed for use.
So, for example, if the song is played on the radio during the "music hour" on par with a dozen different recordings, the blanket broadcasting license will suffice. However, if the production team of a radio talk show wants to use a specific song as the show's opening, they have to get a sync license.