The Sync License Agreement is a crucial document in the Philippine media and entertainment industry, designed to facilitate the legal use of musical compositions in conjunction with visual media. This agreement becomes necessary whenever a party wishes to incorporate copyrighted music into audiovisual productions such as films, television shows, advertisements, or digital content. Operating under Philippine jurisdiction, particularly the Intellectual Property Code (Republic Act No. 8293) and related regulations, the agreement ensures compliance with local copyright laws while protecting both the rights holders' interests and enabling commercial exploitation. It specifies essential elements including usage rights, territorial scope, duration, fee structures, and technical requirements for synchronization, adapting to both traditional media and emerging digital platforms in the Philippine market.
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1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (rights holder) and licensee, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, confirmation of ownership/control of the musical work(s), and general purpose of the synchronization license
3. Definitions: Key terms including 'Musical Work', 'Synchronization', 'Territory', 'Term', 'Production', and other relevant definitions
4. Grant of Rights: Specific synchronization rights being granted, including scope of use and any restrictions
5. Term and Territory: Duration of the license and geographical areas where the sync rights can be exercised
6. Fee and Payment Terms: License fees, payment schedule, and any royalty arrangements
7. Usage Requirements: Specifications for how the music can be used, including any technical requirements or restrictions
8. Credit and Attribution: Requirements for crediting the songwriter, composer, and/or publisher
9. Warranties and Representations: Guarantees regarding ownership, right to license, and non-infringement
10. Indemnification: Mutual or one-way indemnification provisions for breach of warranties or unauthorized use
11. Termination: Conditions for termination, including breach remedies and effect of termination
12. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, governing law, dispute resolution, and entire agreement
1. Exclusivity: Terms regarding exclusive or non-exclusive rights, used when exclusive rights are being granted
2. Sub-licensing Rights: Permission and terms for sub-licensing, included when licensee needs to grant rights to third parties
3. Quality Control: Standards for technical quality and approval processes, used for high-profile or sensitive works
4. Moral Rights: Specific provisions regarding moral rights under Philippine law, particularly relevant for arrangements or adaptations
5. Digital Rights Management: Requirements for DRM protection, included when digital distribution is involved
6. Audit Rights: Right to audit usage and payments, important for percentage-based fee structures
7. Assignment and Transfer: Terms for transferring rights, included when assignment rights are important to either party
1. Schedule A - Musical Work Details: Comprehensive information about the musical work(s) including title, composer, publisher, duration, and copyright registration details
2. Schedule B - Approved Usage Specifications: Detailed technical specifications for synchronization, including timing, placement, and any editing restrictions
3. Schedule C - Fee Structure: Detailed breakdown of fees, including any territory-specific rates or usage-based calculations
4. Schedule D - Credit Requirements: Specific format and placement requirements for credits and attributions
5. Appendix 1 - Project Description: Details of the production or project where the music will be synchronized
6. Appendix 2 - Territory Restrictions: Specific restrictions or requirements for different territories, if applicable
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