Film Production

Film Music Master Use License

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The Music Master Use License allows the licensee to use a copyrighted sound recording in a new project. Typically, licensees are seeking to use recordings in audiovisual projects or as a sample in a new audio recording.

This is a legal document that details the terms and conditions between a Film Producer or Production Company and the copyright owner of the music to use music Masters in a film.

It covers the essential elements of the relationship such as:

  • Date of Recording
  • Ownership Rights
  • Release Date
  • Name of Film Production
  • Use Rights of Recording
  • And More.

This Music Master Use License covers essential terms including use, term, and compensation. It is an essential contract to license the copyright.

Without it, you cannot use copyright-protected music in the film.

Having the right deal in place is essential to protecting you and your production. Without the right contract in place, you can expose yourself, your company, and your film.

For films, it is essential to document every deal properly to have a clean chain of titles for distribution or acquisition.

Creating a film contract ensures that the parties making the agreement will have all the proper terms and conditions laid out in advance of the engagement.

Other names for this Document:

Music Masters Licensing Agreement, Music Master License Contract, Music Masters License for Film, Music Master Use Contract, Music License Agreement, Sample Music License Agreement, Sample Music License, Music License Terms, Music License Agreement Template, Music License Agreement Form, Music License for Film.

Approximate time to complete contract:  6-7 Minutes
Single-Use Contract Unless Purchased with a Subscription

$19.00

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What is It?

The Music Master Use License covers the essential contract terms between a Film Producer or Production Company and the copyright owner of the music to use music Masters in a film.
 
This standard Film contract covers:
 

  • The Start Date of the Agreement
  • The name of the Film Production
  • The Release of Rights
  • The Use Rights of the Recording, including promotion and advertising rights.
  • The Rights and Responsibilities of the Parties
  • Work-For-Hire Language
  • The transfer of intellectual property rights to the Music Recording.
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution Issues, including Venue & Choice of Law

How to Use This Document

Use this document to explain the relationship between the Film Producer or Production Company and the copyright owner of the music to use music Masters in a film.
 
Some things needed to build your custom Music Master Use License:
 

  • Names of the Parties
  • Addresses of the Parties
  • Emails of the Parties
  • Name of the Film Production
  • Dates of Recording
  • State for Venue and Choice Provisions

 
Once you have completed drafting the Music Master Use License, you will be able to save to edit further, download a PDF or send to the other party for electronic signature.
 
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Other Agreements You May Need:

Film Actor Contract

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Director Agreement

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Music Master Use License

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Film Talent Attachment

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Product Placement Agreement

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Packages You May Need:

Independent Film Package
The Indie Filmmaker Package has all the essential contracts to make sure you have a smooth production. It focuses on acquisition rights and the initial phase of development and production. All Contracts in Package are Single Use.

Price $66.00

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