Bobby Borg: Intro to Music Publishing
Lesson 1: Introduction
Here in this first video, music performer Bobby Borg and businessman Michael Eames introduce themselves and give you an overview of what exciting content you'll be learning in this course.
Here, Bobby and Michael introduce you to Music Publishing. They'll breakdown the different layers of Copyright from: What's included in a Copyright? How Do You Get a Copyright? How Do You Prove a Copyright?
You've gotten your feet wet with Music Publishing and Copyright. Now get ready to learn about Joint Works, and Work Made for Hire.
Here, you'll learn about Compulsory Licensing for Records, and Split Sheets. Two important components for your creative business.
Here, you'll learn about Copyright Registration, Different Methods and Costs for Copyright, and the big worry: Copyright Infringement. Bobby and Michael will ensure you know the essentials and avoid future pitfalls.
This last video on Copyright Basics is probably the most applicable to you: Sound Recording Copyrights and Major Foreign Copyright Differences. Congratulations on becoming a master of all things copyright.
Let's talk money: Income Streams. Here, you'll learn about: Shares of the Publishing Pie; Types of Income; Mechanical Royalties; Controlled Composition Clause; and Who is the Harry Fox Agency?
Here, you'll take a deeper look into Income Streams. Bobby and Michael show how your music makes you money through performance royalties and point out who the people are that collect your money.
You'll get paid differently depending on how your music is played or used. Here, you'll learn about Sync Royalties and the different additional incomes available to you.
Print is a kind of income stream. Here, you'll learn about Print Royalties, the Types of Print Royalties available to you, and the Division of Incomes.
At this point you might be wondering, "Bobby, Michael, I still want to learn about Music Publishing when it comes to streaming, downloads, and other merchandise. How can I learn more?" You came to the right place - Find out here!
Imagine this: You've produced something great that is being used globally. Congratulations! Here you'll find out how things such as Foreign Sub Publishing Income, Mechanical Royalties, and Performance Royalties are handled.
Welcome to Part 2! Here, Bobby and Michael outline what exciting content you'll be given.
Here in this first lesson, Bobby and Michael introduce you to Publishing Companies and Deals. You'll learn about: Reasons to Use a Publisher; What Publishers Do; and the different Types of Deals.
Here, Bobby and Michael guide you on the Deal Points in Standard Contracts, "Non-Exclusive" Exploitation Deals, and Exclusive Exploitation Deals.
Ever dream about opening up your very own Publishing Company. Good news: Michael has his own and he is excited to teach you everything you need to know to make it a success. From working with Performing Rights Organizations, the Registration Process, and Handling Admin. Duties, after this video you'll be even closer to making your dream a reality.
Picture this: You've got great music that you want to pitch in hopes of getting placement. Where do you go? Here Bobby and Michael tell you where and how to pitch your music, as well as the nuances that come with them.
Structure. Lyric. Melody. Style. Master Quality. Professionals expect a certain standard in music from these different components. Here, you'll learn about the differences of each and what it means to be average or exceptional.
Time to break it down. Here, Bobby and Michael analyze some songs submissions and offer insight commentary only they can provide you.
Did you know: When you write a song, you have opened up a lot of ways to make money and extend your brand. Here, Michael and Bobby give you 30 different ways to make money just from one song.
Inspiration and Creativity. Two ingredients every creative person hopes to have everyday. But sometimes you don't always feel inspired or creative. Here, you'll learn different ways to keep yourself and others inspired and creative.
"MUSIC, MUSIC! GET YOUR MUSIC HERE! 99c FOR A DOWNLOAD! GET EM WHILE THEY'RE HOT!" You've heard about promotion, but not quite sure where to start. Don't sweat it. Here, Bobby shares some promotional strategies that actually work!
Congratulations! You now have a well-rounded introduction to Music Publishing. Let's wrap it up with a review of Part 1 & 2.