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A Sync License Agreement is a specialized contract that grants permission to synchronize copyrighted music with visual content under Indonesian law. Whether you're producing a film, creating advertisements, or developing digital content, this document ensures you have the legal right to use musical works while protecting the interests of rights holders and content creators alike.

When do you need this document?

You need a Sync License Agreement whenever you plan to combine copyrighted music with visual media in Indonesia. This includes incorporating songs into film soundtracks, using background music in television commercials, adding musical scores to video games, or synchronizing tracks with streaming content. The document is essential for advertising agencies creating campaigns with musical elements, production companies developing audio-visual content, and digital creators producing videos for online platforms. Without proper synchronization licensing, you risk copyright infringement under Indonesian law, which can result in significant legal and financial consequences.

Key legal considerations

Several critical clauses require careful attention in your Sync License Agreement. The grant of rights section must clearly define the scope of synchronization permissions, including specific usage rights, duration limits, and territorial restrictions. Fee structures and royalty arrangements need precise definition to comply with Government Regulation No. 56 of 2021 regarding royalty collection. You must address technical specifications for the synchronized work, including format requirements and quality standards. Credit and attribution clauses protect the musical work's integrity while ensuring proper acknowledgment. Termination provisions should outline circumstances for agreement cancellation and consequences of breach. Additionally, consider including clauses for digital distribution rights, as Indonesia's Electronic Information and Transactions Law affects online content licensing.

Legal requirements in Indonesia

Indonesian law imposes specific requirements for sync licensing agreements that you must address. Under Law No. 28 of 2014 on Copyright, the agreement must clearly establish the licensor's authority to grant synchronization rights and confirm ownership or proper licensing chain. The Indonesian Civil Code requires that contracts include essential elements such as parties' legal capacity, lawful object, and consideration. For digital distribution, compliance with Law No. 11 of 2008 on Electronic Information and Transactions is mandatory when the synchronized content will be distributed electronically. Collective management organizations may be involved in royalty collection under Government Regulation No. 56 of 2021, requiring coordination with relevant Indonesian collection societies. The agreement should specify governing law as Indonesian law and include dispute resolution mechanisms that comply with local legal procedures. Documentation must be prepared in Bahasa Indonesia or accompanied by certified translations for enforceability in Indonesian courts.