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My comments have nothing to do with Exclusive, vs Non-Exclusive.
I am just referring to reputable, vs non-reputable, and the conversations that I have had.I still stand on the fact that accepting bad deals sets you back years, and takes you longer to get ahead.
It’s just as you say, “bottom feeder” rates
Not My words; these are words from people in “Executive Positions”.
Also, I have learned to not mention “Certain Companies” that I unfortunately got involved with.
Sure, the deals not ONLY follow you around as attachments.
1) They “usually” tie up great pieces of music, that you will (Composer Karma.lol) immediately find “Suitable Homes for as soon as You have signed them away”.
2) In My case, I had some MAJOR issues with my Publishing, and proper Administration of My “Earlier Works, and Older Catalog”.
3) This can lead to other “Reputable Libraries” not signing You because of Your seeming desperate, and in “The Words of some Libraries I have talked to” (and had to explain WHY they should still sign me) You are considered a “Bottom Feeder”.
4) The serious Emotional Damage that takes place, and is TOTALLY Counter-Productive to getting more music done; and having the “Self-Confidence” to pursue, and get signed by Bigger/Better & Top-Tier Libraries. (Trust Me THIS Matters)
Biggest thing is. It takes a LOT of energies to come back from a Bad Start, or signing into bad contracts/deals; and that time could have been used towards “Advancement” and not “Clean Up of Some Crappy Messes!!”
Now the claim is not that the person will keep the sync fee, the claim is that there is none.
1) More than likely, You’re RIGHT in it not making more than a “Fast Food Lunch”
2) That’s “The Claim” that there is no Sync. 95% of ALL “Cable/TV/Film/Branding” productions have at least a little “Sumthin’ in the budget”.
3) I can’t explain this enough. Trust Me, there is no such thing as taking lousy contracts, or deals; then think You’ll make things better once You’re “really connected, and locked in to the business”. Bad Deals follow You/I around like “Ass Ugly Luggage”; and it literally will put You at LEAST 5 to 7 Years behind a person that structured their deals “Adequately”. Trust Me, I found these “Lessons” out “THE HARD WAY!!”
Sounds like enough money for “Possibly” Lunch..
That someone would ask to keep all of the sync fee, is not only “Suspect”, it should have been “The Deal Breaker”.I personally would pass..
@beatslinger – yup, that makes sense. Thanks! ????
The Question Marks are in regards to?
I have a feeling I know, but Sync Licensing, is a LOT like a Pair of Bi-Focals. Might Fit My Needs, but it can cause a LOT of Problems, and/or Damage if it’s the WRONG Prescription.
There are a LOT of “Agencies” out there, and a LOT of them are right in the “Access Music Libraries” section here on MLR
If I might, sounds to me like you need to find someone that deals with “Sync Licensing, and not a Library”
That way you can stay in control of your older material, leave it the way it is in several platforms; and still be able to “find/procure” sync placements to get some mileage out of them.Moving forward, I wouldn’t try to “Pitch/Place” the older material with ANY “Production Libraries/Catalogs non-exclusive OR exclusive.”
Start writing new pieces, and look at those as your starting point to Production Music, and Library/Catalog.
There is really no way of knowing what can/will happen.
I have been in this side of the music biz for almost 20 years, and it has changed drastically from even 2 years ago.As well, I know people that have just gotten started in the business within the last 2-to-3 years, and have already had some 6 figure years. It has a lot to do with “Your Hustle, Quality Music Output, Business Savvy, and a LOT of Luck!!”
I think though on average. The majority of Composers are not making nearly as much as the average Composer was making even 5 years ago.. I would say the average right now is no more than taking on a “Second Job, for extra income”.
“Depends heavily on The Libraries You are in, and how your deals are structured”.
I guess this whole thing is all about “Perspective”.
I’m at a “Vantage Point” to where EVERYTHING can be checked for “Accuracy & Authenticity” within a couple of minutes.To be honest, there are a couple of these services that DO get results; but now that I can see “The Playing-field Clearly”. It’s in “Really Poor Taste” when I see a lot of them advertising like “they are elite, selective, and/or discerning; when in actuality they are starving and pitiful”.
Unless there are personal attacks on other members, the negative posts actually add value.
Personally, I have a Delicate Spirit, and My Soul feels Sensitive.
Might take some Ice Cream, and a Piece of Cake to Quell My Nerves! 😛 😛 😛Do you find collaborators on line or by personal acquaintances, friends of friends?
Have You checked FB, and L**kedIn? They have forums that you can join. Also, not sure what area of the world You’re in, but we have Organizations in The States that are really good for finding people.
Like in my area (California) its really easy to go to events, and network..
Is that just me being negative and whining?? LOL ? ?
😛 😛
Pick your poison. BMI, ASCAP, SESAC. All cut from the same cloth.
TRUTH!!
I love to collab. I can’t do it all myself. I find alot of opportunities and its cool to work with people who respond and work quickly.
I’ve been having some great placements take place, by teaming up with people that have a “Different Forté”. Like teaming up with people that are great at Trailer & Cinematic; but they are not strong in Urban-Pop, Funk, and Afro-Beat. Been getting into some great Libraries with this!!
Super easy on the paperwork.. Just simply Everything 50/50 down the middle; that way it does not matter who does more on the final end..
Thanks Art!
Just about EVERYBODY has been sending out emails saying “Don’t Upgrade until We’ve done all our tests; and made sure we are completely compatible”.
I personally wait a good while to make sure that most of “The Bugs” have been worked out!
I think right now I’m still running High Sierra/10.13