Express Course: Understanding Comic Book Contracts II
$29.99
You understand copyrights. You understand trademarks. You know the basics of comic book contracts and what goes into a page rate. You are now ready for the next level. Different creative relationships require different types of contracts. This starter guide will help you understand which contract will be the best fit for your comic book project and help you understand what goes into each agreement.
When you create a comic, you generate intellectual property. Who owns that property, who gets paid for it, and how they get paid depends on the type of contract you have. To create the best relationships with your creative partners, you need to have the right contracts in place. This starter pack of our Community Pro Lessons will get you started by highlighting the basics of collaboration, creator-owned, and freelance comic book contracts.Â
All four of these lessons are taught by Gamal Hennessy, a comics business consultant and attorney and all around great guy. Is there more to contracts than what you learn in this Express Course? Absolutely, but this is enough to get you up to speed on the agreements common to the industry.
You’ll get:
- A few case studies to review
- Tips and Trade secrets
- Terminology
- Basic understanding of film and television agreements as an added bonus.
Content
Course Content
Instructor
Gamal Hennessy, Esq. is an entertainment transactions attorney specializing in comic book publishing and IP licensing. He began his career as the general counsel for the anime company Central Park Media before moving to Marvel Comics to become their International Publishing Manager. After Marvel, he set up Creative Contract Consulting to help independent creators and publishers protect their rights and revenue. Gamal is the author of The Business of Independent Comic Book Publishing, and The Business of Freelance Comic Book Publishing, and the co-founder of Comics Connection. All three projects help comic creators understand the comic book industry and develop profitable business models for their stories.
FAQs
I’m a total newbie, is that okay?
Of course that’s okay! Our Community Pro lessons are designed as done-in-one’s covering a topic completely for people new to the topic to people who’ve got quite a bit of experience. And if you ever run into a problem, just let us know at info@comicsexperience.com and we’ll address it.
Do I need to know a whole lot about comics?
Absolutely not.
Do I need to be a computer wiz for the class?
Nope.
What computer programs do I need for this course?
None! You’ll learn right inside our learning system!
Requirements
To enroll in a Comics Experience digital course, you will need:
- High-speed Internet access.
- A mind like a sponge!
