Rates & Licensing
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Studio Rates
Overview on Studio Rates for the Commercial Composers Association of Africa
Standardizing studio rates for TV commercials and online advertising is essential for ensuring fair compensation and maintaining the integrity of the music production industry in Africa. The Commercial Composers Association of Africa recognizes that without standardized rates, there is a risk of undercutting, which can devalue the work of composers and sound engineers.
By establishing clear, consistent studio rates, the industry can protect its professionals and ensure that all parties—composers, producers, and clients—have a clear understanding of the costs involved in producing high-quality audio for commercials.
This standardization also helps in setting client expectations, fostering a transparent market, and promoting the sustainability of the creative economy.
Ultimately, standardizing studio rates contributes to the overall professionalism of the industry, ensuring that the value of creative work is recognized and fairly compensated, while also promoting fair competition among studios and composers across the continent.
Overview on Radio Rates for the Commercial Composers Association of Africa
Standardizing radio rates is vital for protecting the value of composers' work across Africa. The Commercial Composers Association of Africa advocates for consistent pricing to prevent undercutting and ensure fair compensation. This approach promotes transparency, upholds industry professionalism, and fosters a competitive market based on creativity and quality, rather than price alone
Overview on ATMOS Rates
for the Commercial Composers Association of Africa
ATMOS, a cutting-edge audio technology that creates an immersive 3D sound experience, is becoming increasingly popular in film, television, and advertising.
Standardising ATMOS rates is essential to ensure sound engineers are fairly compensated for the specialized skills and equipment required to produce high-quality ATMOS audio.
The Commercial Composers Association of Africa advocates for consistent ATMOS pricing to protect the value of this advanced audio work, promoting a fair and competitive market.
By setting clear rates, the industry can maintain professionalism and transparency while encouraging the adoption of innovative audio technologies like ATMOS
LICENSING
OF MUSICAL WORKS
RATES EFFECTIVE 1ST MARCH 2025
TELEVISION
Productions created for television media will be subject to a minimum royalty of R20 050 for a 12 month license.
This comprehensive license covers broadcast television, pay television, satellite television, and all other television platforms under a single license
fee.
DIGITAL & ONLINE
Productions created for digital & online platforms will be subject to a minimum royalty of R20 050 for a 12 month license.
This is a comprehensive license that covers all social media & online streaming platforms under a single license fee..
OTHER MEDIUMS
Productions created for any other media (radio, cinema, public broadcast etc.) will be subject to a minimum royalty of R12 350 for a 12 month license.
MULTIPLE MEDIUMS
If a production airs on multiple mediums simultaneously, the primary medium
(television, online, or other) will be charged at 100% of the stated royalty, while any
additional mediums will be charged at 50% of their respective rates
Blanket Licensing
Blanket licensing for original composition refers to a licensing arrangement where a composer or music rights holder grants a user (such as a corporate advertiser, broadcaster, streaming service, or venue) the right to use a wide range of their original compositions under a single license. This type of license allows the licensee to use the music as often as needed within the agreed-upon terms, without the need to negotiate individual licenses for each use.
In the context of the Commercial Composers Association of Africa (CCA), blanket licensing is a crucial mechanism that simplifies the process of music usage for various media outlets while ensuring that composers are fairly compensated for the use of their work.
It provides a comprehensive solution that balances the needs of music users and the rights of composers, fostering a sustainable environment for original music creation and distribution
BLANKET LICENSING
OF MUSICAL WORKS
RATES EFFECTIVE 1ST MARCH 2024
BLANKET USAGE ACROSS ALL MEDIUMS
Original compositions: C.C.A. guideline of 300% - 500%, calculated on the current annual TELEVISION license fee for each individual territory.
A combined license for broadcast television, pay television and satellite television will always be issued and the minimum royalty for the forthcoming year is R18 900 (previous year R17 750) for the first year.
Any renewals for the second and subsequent year's usage will be at 100% per annum of the royalty paid for the first year provided that this shall not be less than the current minimum first year rate.
BLANKET USAGE SYNCING ON UNLIMITED ASSETS ANNUALLY
Original compositions: C.C.A. guideline of 300% - 500%, calculated on the current annual TELEVISION license fee for each individual medium and territory.
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BLANKET USAGE ACROSS MULTIPLE TERRITORIES
Original compositions: Please refer to the Schedule of Minimum Extension Rates for the use of jingles in territories outside South Africa.
Calculated on the current annual TELEVISION license fee for each individual medium.
Some popular Territory Blanket Usages include:
All Africa (Excl. SA) - 500%,
Pan-Africa - 300%,
All Europe - 2000%,
All North America - 3000%,
All Middle East - 500%,
All Asia - 3000%,
Worldwide - 5000%.