Entertainment & Media - IP Protection in Podcasts, Social Media & Digital Content

Introduction

Digital content formats such as podcasts and social media have rapidly transformed the entertainment and media sector in England and Wales.

This new virtual classroom seminar will cover the different layers of intellectual property protection that apply to podcasts, important factors to consider regarding social media platforms, and why it's essential for contracts to clearly outline the rights involved.

You will gain practical guidance on identifying, protecting, and commercialising IP rights in digital content, with a focus on risk management and best practice.

The session is suitable for IP solicitors, in-house counsel, and legal professionals working with entertainment, media, and digital content under English and Welsh law. It is particularly relevant for those advising creators, agencies, brands, and digital platforms, as well as talent managers and influencers.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• The layers of IP protection for podcasts: copyright in recordings, scripts, music, branding, and artwork
• Navigating rights clearance for music, images, and guest contributions in podcasts and social media
• How social media platform terms, policies, and enforcement mechanisms affect your ability to protect and enforce IP rights
• The importance of contracts: ensuring ownership, licensing, and rights clearance are correctly addressed for all contributors and third-party content
• Common pitfalls in digital content creation and how to avoid them
• Practical tips for advising clients on protecting and commercialising their digital content

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.