Where does the money "really" flow?

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The Complete Course - "It's like an MBA for the Worship Music Industry" (includes all separate courses)

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Module 1: Introduction To The Course

  • So what exactly is this course?
  • Why is Brock Shinen, Esq., the best person to teach this course?
  • How do I know if this course is for me or my church/company?
  • Isn't this stuff too complex for a video training?
  • Is there an easy way to get through this course? (Yes, and there's also a hard way!)
  • Tell me about the legal disclaimers.
  • I'm sure there are some exceptions to what you teach, right?

Module 2: Here's What You Need To Know About the History of the Industry

  • From physical to digital and beyond - Here's what you need to know

Module 3: The Worship Music Industry - Who, What, and Why

  • Perspectives shape decisions in this industry!
  • There's a lot of confusion in this industry. What can you do about it?
  • The organizations who make money off the industry have a bias. Do you know what it is?2
  • How does the distribution chain work and what do they really want?
  • Consumers want something very different than everyone else. What is it?1
  • Who's who in the worship music industry? (Hint: roles, not brands!)
  • Sound Recording vs. Musical Composition: Catch this or you're toast!1
  • Where does the money "really" flow?
  • Why does everyone distrust the "industry"? (And, any way to deal in truth?)10
  • Where's the industry going and how can I stay current?

Module 4: Labels, Artists, and the Recording Industry

  • What exactly do I need to know about labels, artists, and the recording industry?
  • Tell me about the properties and deals (and also about the church's role).

Module 5: Publishers, Songwriters, and the Music Publishing Industry

  • Everything you should know about the publishing side of the business, including deals, players and the church's role.2
  • The Methods and Madness of Songwriter Splits
  • Samples, Medleys, and Mashups (an Administrators of Gospel Music "Lunch & Learn")2

Module 6: "Church" and the Worship Music Industry

  • The church's role in the worship music industry is critical. But what is it?
  • Don't we need to worry about our non-profit status?
  • How exactly does (or should) the church engage in the "industry"?
  • Anything we should know about employees and independent contractors?
  • Are there different ways the church can get involved in the industry?

Module 7: The Individual Creator's Journey

  • Small groups to arena stages - how it all fits together
  • Critical BONUS pieces - riders and ancillary income streams

Module 8: The Lifecycle of Music from the Industry's Perspective

  • The songwriting process and lifecycle of the written song
  • The recording process and lifecycle of recorded music
  • BONUS notes on the recording process

Module 9: "Intellectual Property" Primer (Copyrights & Trademarks)

  • Intellectual property and licensing overview - broad strokes and details
  • It's time to be strategic - how to protect, defend and monetize!
  • Suing and being sued - is there an easy path here?
  • How do we stay out of court but still push the envelope?

Module 10: Business Entities, Insurance, the Team, and Partnerships

  • Here's what you need to know about entity types and options
  • Do I need insurance? (HINT: Yes, but not for the reasons you think.)
  • What's a "Professional Team" and do I need one?
  • How can I find and make money with partnerships and "JV's"?

Module 11: The Digital Era - What You Need to Know

  • The broad strokes
  • Understand these or else! Downloads v. Streaming v. The Future!
  • Let's break down some specific "digital" economic models

Module 12: Music Marketing - Best Practice Concepts and Techniques

  • Effective music marketing requires a plan and a skillset. Here's how to nail that!

Module 13: Collection Agencies and Performing Rights Organizations

  • Who are they? What do they do? Why you need them!

Module 14: The "Church" Marketplace - Who's In and What Do They Do?

  • CCLI, CCS, and the CMPA Market

Module 15: Church Licensing Is Where It's At

  • The techniques and psychology of church music licensing

Module 16: We've Covered A Ton! Is There a Plan of Attack?

  • The steps involved in going from where you are to where you want to be!

Module 17: Take Action Now!

  • If you need it, here's your call to action!