Episode 1 – This ‘must attend’ first session will explain the nuances of Copyright Law in the Media and Entertainment Industry for artists, in a simple language and from a practical perspective. Aspects that will be addressed include:
- Explaining the different kinds of work that can be protected and the differences between them.
- Explaining why ‘copyright subsists not on ideas but on the expression of an idea’.
- The thin line between copyright Inspiration v. copyright Infringement.
- What is considered Original?
- The difference between Authorship & Ownership – who gets the copyright in what situations and when can a person commercially exploit the rights.
- Explaining the various Rights that artists should know about.
- Understanding Copyright Infringement, what it is?
- Understanidng Plagiarism?
- Plus examples from Real life Case Studies from the media industry.
Click here to read more about Ms. Batra: She manages the IP portfolios of several companies and her expertise includes: You can reach her at isheta (dot) batra (at) tbalaw (dot) in Session Recording – Episode 1 Session Photos
Episode 2 Episode 2 – Explaining CONTRACTS, types and the various clauses that should be included in simple language and from a practical perspective. Isheta will explain what Vendors, Suppliers, Employers, Employees, Freelancers and Artists working on Contractual/Project basis should pay attention to, while signing off on a legally binding document. What is an NDA?, and what are the important clauses, besides the other legal jargon that is included in standard formats, and more…. Isheta T Batra is available for consult / advice on legal (at) tasionline (dot) org Session Recording – Episode 2
