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Sync Licensing 101

Everything you need to know about getting your music placed in film, TV, and advertising.

Sync Licensing 101

Sync Licensing 101: Your Guide to Generating Income Beyond Beat Sales

What sync licensing is, how much you can actually earn, and the real difference between upfront fees and performance royalties in 2026.

·5 min read
Sync Licensing 101

Split Sheets Explained: Why Every Co-Write Needs One Before You Pitch

A split sheet is a one-page document that can make or break a sync deal. Here's what it is, what to include, and why you need one signed before you send a single pitch.

·4 min read
Sync Licensing 101

Metadata That Gets You Placed: A Field-by-Field Guide

BPM, key, mood, ISRC — most artists skip these fields. Here's why they matter and exactly how to fill them out so supervisors can find your music.

·4 min read
Sync Licensing 101

5 Classroom Exercises for Teaching Music Business Students About Sync

Practical, ready-to-use activities for music business professors. From mock pitches to cue sheet creation, these exercises bring sync licensing to life.

·8 min read
Sync Licensing 101

What Is Sync Licensing? A Complete Guide for Independent Artists

Everything you need to know about sync licensing — what it is, how it works, and how independent artists can start earning from film, TV, and ad placements.

·4 min read
Sync Licensing 101

How Much Can You Earn from Sync Licensing? A Realistic Breakdown

From indie web series to Super Bowl ads — here's what sync placements actually pay and how to set realistic income expectations.

·4 min read