content-licensing

Vocabulary Word

Definition
Content-licensing involves legally giving someone permission to use your creative work for a certain purpose. In another perspective, it's like getting permission to use someone's song in your YouTube video.
Examples in Different Contexts
Content licensing in education provides schools with legal access to copyrighted educational materials. A curriculum developer might note, 'We've obtained content licensing for several e-books to supplement our courses.'
Practice Scenarios
Creative

Scenario:

Your illustrations could greatly enhance the appeal of our upcoming children's book. Have you ever collaborated on such projects?

Response:

I'm open to content-licensing my illustrations for your book. Let's discuss compensation and usage limits.

Business

Scenario:

You've developed a highly effective business strategy model. Have you ever considered making it available to other companies?

Response:

I've considered content-licensing my business strategy to other companies, for an agreed fee.

Related Words