A clear introduction to how intellectual property ownership works in creative industries.
 
This guide explains the core concepts creators should understand before entering collaborations, signing agreements, or licensing their work. Topics include copyright ownership, licensing vs. assignment, work-for-hire arrangements, and shared ownership in collaborative projects.
 
Designed for filmmakers, musicians, writers, designers, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals who want to better understand how rights are structured and how ownership affects long-term revenue and control.
 
Created by entertainment attorney Kelly Woolfolk, former Berkeley Law faculty member and in-house counsel to a television production studio.