Executive Certificate in Media, Entertainment & Creative Rights Contracting

The media and entertainment industry relies heavily on contracts governing creative works, talent, intellectual property, distribution, production, and commercial exploitation. Artists, actors, creators, producers, broadcasters, platforms, agencies, and other stakeholders operate through complex contractual relationships. Creative-rights agreements must clearly define ownership, licensing, royalties, exclusivity, credit, territory, duration, and permitted exploitation. Digital distribution and emerging media platforms have further increased the complexity of rights management and content monetisation. This subject provides practical knowledge of contracting for media, entertainment, and creative industries while addressing the protection and commercialisation of creative rights. 

Publishing Agreement
Artist Agreement
Film Production Agreement

• Talent agreements, production contracts, artist agreements, and content licensing.
•  Copyright ownership, assignment, licensing, and exploitation rights. 
•  Royalties, revenue sharing, exclusivity, territory, and distribution rights. 
•  Moral rights, publicity rights, confidentiality, and personality-related protections. 
•  Digital platforms, streaming, content distribution, termination, and dispute resolution.