Who Owns What? The Definitive Legal Guide for Musicians, Writers, Film-Makers and Content Creators

by Xerxes Ranina

English 248 pages 1 edition

In today’s creator economy, musicians, writers, filmmakers, and other content creators often fall victim to exploitative contracts, misunderstandings about rights, unauthorized use of their work, lack of attribution, unfair platform policies, and outright idea theft. Many creators are young and inexperienced, lacking the knowledge or resources to protect their work effectively. Intellectual property lawyers can be prohibitively expensive, and independent creators are often up against massive corporations with teams of legal experts-leading to the signing of highly one-sided contracts. This book is designed to help you recognize red flags and navigate negotiations, contracts, and disputes with greater confidence. Written in clear, straightforward language for non-lawyers, it breaks down the essentials of the law surrounding your creations. You’ll also find practical sample agreements to help you draft your own simple yet effective contracts. If you’re a content creator, this is the definitive guide to safeguarding and monetizing your creative work.