Clearance of Rights in the Audiovisual and Musical Industry

This panel will address the key issues related to obtaining the necessary permissions and licenses for the legal use of music in audiovisual productions. Topics such as identifying rights holders, the different types of licenses (synchronization, mechanical, public performance), and strategies for negotiating and securing rights will be explored. In addition, case studies, common challenges in the industry, and the legal implications of not obtaining the proper permissions will be discussed. The clearance of image rights, biographies, trademarks, buildings, and works of art will also be addressed, providing a comprehensive view of the management of these permissions in various creative and commercial contexts.