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Alex Dawson

“Collections Trust’s services are practical and relevant - because we have contact with so many people who look after collections we know what’s needed and how to deliver it.”

Alex Dawson
Head of Programmes

Copyright Exploitation

Overview

This day provides an introduction to the basic principles of licensing within the context of working with collections. It offers practical training, giving participants the tools they need to choose, create and negotiate licenses for third party rights as well as to allow the full exploitation of their own assets.

Topics include: the benefits of licensing; an overview of the different types of licenses; how to build robus licenses; and how licenses can be negotiated. Attention will be paid to the selection of appropriate licenses for digital projects, Creative Commons, as well as the role of collective licensing schemes.

The course is fully supported by Collections Trust copyright resources. Participants will receive a pack of relevant materials and course notes.

Objectives

By the end of the workshop participants will have:

  • Considered the benefits of licensing;
  • Understood the role of licenses to achieve rights exploitation;
  • Shared ideas with other participants;
  • Understood the various elements required for a contractual license;
  • Considered shortfalls in their own licensing practices and considered methods of improving them;
  • Have seen and used Collections Trust copyright resources.

Participants

This course is aimed at people working with collections, whether in museums, libraries, archives or other cultural heritage organisations. It is suitable for both employees and volunteers who are:

  • Looking for a practical introduction to the legal requirements of copyright, in the context of generating income from and protecting their collections;
  • Involved with clearing rights for digitisation projects or other tasks.

Training Methods

This workshop will deliver the objectives using a mix of presentations, practical exercises, group work, discussion, and one-to-one consultancy.

Preparation

Participants should have considered licensing practices within their own organisations, and are encouraged to bring specific examples with them on the day.

Trainer

Collections Trust Trainer.

Length of course

1 day.