Learn how to have your music placed in television programs, movies, and advertisements. This workshop will cover how to register your music for licensing and how to license your music to those making visual media. You’ll gain an understanding of how to negotiate visual media licensing contracts for your music, and learn about key contract terms and red flags to advocate for yourself and maximize your revenue.
Space is limited to 25 participants to allow for discussion and individual questions.
Instructors: Students from the Economic Inclusion Clinic, Mitchell Hamline School of Law, under the supervision of Professor Kim Vu-Dinh, J.D.
Broderick Cuthill (he/him) is a second-year law student at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, a nature enthusiast, and a fervent foodie. Broderick has always had a love for the arts and can frequently be found at concerts, arthouse theaters, and art fairs throughout the Twin Cities. Broderick seeks to make the law accessible to all to give individuals the tools and knowledge they need to navigate legal issues that arise.
Natalya Goncharova (she/her) is a full-time wife, mother of two, and a Mitchell Hamline School of Law student with a growing passion for the intersection of business and renewable energy law. When Natalya began law school, she thought the law was rigid and straightforward, leaving little room for creativity. Now, as a third-year student, she has learned that solving real-world legal challenges—whether in the arts or in entrepreneurship—requires imagination, collaboration, and a creative mindset.
Maddie Johnson (she/her) is a fourth-year, part-time law student at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, proud dog mom, wife, and enthusiastic cheese finance whiz. Growing up in Southern Minnesota, Maddie was extremely involved in the musical arts, performing in concert band, jazz band, flute small ensemble, and marching band. Her love of music has continued into her adult life, and you can find Maddie enjoying the Twin Cities’ music scene at local breweries. Maddie enjoys combining her legal knowledge with her passion for helping others and can be found volunteering to help others facing legal challenges.
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