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How do MFN's work? licensing agents master & publishing master & publishing rights mfns music libraries pitching & licensing sync fees

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Can I pitch songs with samples/loops? custom music pitching & licensing

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How much should I charge for my music if I am pitching directly? licensing agents pitching & licensing

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Is it better to focus on pitching to music libraries or music supervisors? music libraries music supervisors pitching & licensing

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How do I maneuver through communication blockades that exist on social media, email, etc.? mindset & goals pitching & licensing research & outreach

If you are doing outreach and continue to hit walls trying to get with a certain person, find other ways to connect with them or people around them. Keep the train going and don't stop reaching out.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching 03/08/22 @ 43min 25sec

Does artwork on my tracks matter when I am pitching? pitching & licensing

Having artwork does help to sell and present your music. It is not needed.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching 03/08/22 @ 1h 11min 59sec

What is "work for hire?" pitching & licensing royalties & money songwriting & producing

“Work for hire” is when a composer is paid an up-front fee for writing music and in
return, the composition(s) becomes the property of the employer.

Would you recommend having a full project complete before pitching and what does that process look like? pitching & licensing songwriting & producing

Up until this point, I haven't released an album in years. I've only done EPs and Singles. There are no rules when it comes to sync. It is really up to you.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching 03/08/22 @ 1h 13min 27sec

When should I start pitching my music? pitching & licensing

The philosophy I had when first starting out was "If it's dope, I am putting this in somebody's hands". It's good to have a catalog but you don't need big catalog to pitch your music.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching 03/08/22 @ 1h 7min

When pitching my music, should I have stems ready? mindset & goals pitching & licensing

Whenever you're getting ready to pitch, it is a rule of thumb to have your stems ready. You do not need to pitch your stems, but it is always good to have them ready in the case your music is placed.

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What is MFN? agreements & contracts pitching & licensing royalties & money

MFN stands for "Most Favored Nation". It's term that protects you and makes sure you are getting the most money possible on a deal.

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This is answer is Guest Interview 03/18/22 @ 1h 3min 20sec

What is a good starting point for a producer trying to break into sync? custom music pitching & licensing songwriting & producing

Definitely start with the "Directory" as a starting point. Do your research on each individual library to see how you can service their needs. Understand your strengths and compare that to what songs the library/agency has placed or licensed.

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What happens when a music supervisor doesn't get back to me? licensing agents music supervisors pitching & licensing research & outreach

If you're reaching out and haven't heard anything, wait 2-3 weeks and then send them more music. You should always follow-up even if you don't hear anything back initially.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching & Listening Session 03/01/22 @ 34min 58sec

Can I submit instrumentals for sync? custom music pitching & licensing songwriting & producing

Absolutely! 60% of advertisement music used in the most recent Superbowl were instrumentals. You can pitch instrumentals the same way you pitch full songs.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching & Listening Session 03/01/22 @ 56min 30sec

Is it necessary to have stems files for all of the songs that we are pitching? custom music pitching & licensing songwriting & producing

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How do I overcome the fear of pitching my music? mindset & goals music supervisors pitching & licensing research & outreach

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How do I find emails of music supervisors and reps? music supervisors pitching & licensing research & outreach

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What is sync licensing? ads games pitching & licensing trailers tv/film

Sync Licensing is whenever your music is synchronized to moving picture. In order for productions or studios to use your music they need a license or a "Synchronization License".

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Can I pitch my own music as an independent artist? master & publishing rights pitching & licensing songwriting & producing

1000% correct! This is not something that is only available for companies and people within the industry. This is why we created the Indie Music Xcelerator. A link to the module will be linked below to learn how to pitch your own music.

If you were a part of the creation of a song, until you sig...

Can I pitch my music without stems? licensing agents pitching & licensing

Yes, you can. A majority of the time, they just use the instrumental and acapella. There may be occasions where they might want the track stems out, but you can absolutely pitch your music without them,

Other Resources: Group Coaching 02/15/22 @ 41min 15sec

When pitching my music, should I have stems ready? mindset & goals pitching & licensing

Whenever you're getting ready to pitch, it is a rule of thumb to have your stems ready. You do not need to pitch your stems, but it is always good to have them ready in the case your music is placed.

Other Resources: Group Coaching 02/15/22 @ 18min 12sec

Are covers acceptable in sync? pitching & licensing publishers songwriting & producing

Covers are 100% acceptable in sync as long as you have permission from the publisher of the original song. Without the publisher's clearance, you have no chance of getting that cover cleared for commercial use.

Other Resources: Guest Interview 02/02/22 @ 1hour 11min 18sec

How can an artist or producer be best positioned when providing music that is to be repped by an agency or music supervisor? licensing agents mindset & goals pitching & licensing

The moment you enter a licensing agreement with an agency or music supervisor, start working on your metadata and deliverables.

Metadata is vital information that you add to enrich the tracks in your library or catalogue. Whilst automated metadata tagging is available, there is no substitute for...

What does buy-out mean? agreements & contracts master & publishing rights pitching & licensing

When you purchase a piece of music once, and never have to pay for it again.

Other Resources: Guest Interview 02/02/22 @ 43min 3sec

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