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`About Current
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`What is Current?
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`Current Is an independent cable and satellite TV network. We launched in August of 2005 in
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`Check our scheduleto see what's on Current TV right now and what's coming up.
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`What'sa 'Pod'?
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`A Pod Is a short video that tells a story, profiles a character and/or shares an idea. Current
`TV Pods are nonfiction videos that are anywhere from one minute to seven or eight minutes;
`it's a self-contained story, a profile of an interesting character or a dose of information. It's
`like the atom of the Current TV universe. We play Pods on all subjects, in all styles --
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`How does the Current Journalism program work?
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`It starts, as so many things do, with an upload: You submit a Pod through the CJ (Current
`Journalism) assignmentdeskfor consideration by Current's Vanguard Journalism team.
`You must read and accept the Current Journalism code of ethics as part of your upload
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`Then we'll take a look. If your Pod meets the standards and ethics requirements, we'll put It
`on our website where It will be eligible for community greenlighting and a shot at winning the
`weekly leaderboard competition, which may result In your plece getting on air. It may also
`catch the eye of someone on Current's Vanguard Journalism team. If your Pod is more of a
`rant or not really news-oriented, we'll just reassign It to a non-CJ Pod category.
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`If your CJ Pod makes it to air, you become part of our extended CJ network. And your next
`uploaded submission will get direct consideration for review. You'll also be eligible to get
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`If you're interested In working in our office, check out the jobs page. If you see a posting that
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`Who owns Current?
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`Current Is one of the few independent media companies with national cable and satellite TV
`distribution. It is financed by private investors and individuals.
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`We have our headquarters in San Francisco, a studio in Los Angeles, ad sales in New York,
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`The Current website hosts a virtual production studio where people upload video, and
`community members help us decide what to put on TV. It's where VC? content comes from.
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`Greenlighting Is how you tell us what youzd like to see on TV. You have to be a member of
`Current to greenlight and you can only greenlight a Pod once. (You can also retract your
`greenlight before a Pod gets picked for air —- a luxury real TV execs are usually not afforded.)
`Greenlighting Is not really a comparative judgment, e.g. "This is better than that." Rather, for
`each Pod you watch, you should simply ask yourself: Is this good enough for TV? Wouid|tell
`all my friends to watch this? Does it accurately reflect Current's programming mission of
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`Viewer-created content. It's TV made by independent creators, anyone with a camera, drive
`and a story to tell. There are many categories of VC*.
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`Pods: Pods are short videos that tell a story, profile a character and/or share an idea. Learn
`more on the Entertainment and Information Pod assignment desk.
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`Current Journalism: Current Journalism Pods are news segments made by VC? producers
`who follow our highest journalistic standards. Learn more on the CJ assignment desk.
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`Promos: Current TV promos do the heavy lifting of telling our audience who we are, why
`we're different, and why you should participate in the network. carn more on the promo
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`\V-CAMS: V-CAMs are viewer-created ad messages for our sponsors that can run on Current
`TV and beyond. Learn more on the V-CAM assignment desk.
`Raw Intel: This Is raw footage caught with a video camera. This Is reserved for footage that
`is newsworthy and/or Is so riveting on its own, we'll consider buying It without all the extra
`editing and post production needed to create a finished Pod. (We're not looking for ‘home
`movies’ unless they catch something unusually compelling.)
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`How can I get involved?
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`If you're a creator, you can participate via VC? (see above) or you can also send longer form
`documentaries and similar content to our acquisitions department. Mail this content to
`Acquisitions Department, c/o Current TV, 118 King Street, San Francisco, CA 94107.
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`watch and greenlight Pods and leave constructive comments for producers. Your greenlights
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`What does the "Not Ready For TV" button do?
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`Use this button for Pods you've viewed, but just don't think are ready for primetime. We
`hope you'll also leave some constructive criticism for the producer, so that he/she has some
`things to consider when revising. The "Not Ready For TV" (or "redlight") button will also have
`a negative effect on the Video Score. While rediights will not have the same weight as
`greenlights, they will result in the lowering of the Video Score. The amount each score is
`lowered will vary from Pod-to-Pod, as it is based on a ratio of the total votes a Pod has at
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`The Video Score Is meant to be a reflection of your video's popularity in our community. It
`goes up when a registered user gives the video a greenlight; it can go down as members use
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`How is the Video Score calculated?
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`The Video Score Is calculated based on two things: the number of greenlights/not ready
`votes an upload has been given, and by whom. We weigh each person's greenlights
`differently based on how active they are in our community and whether or not they have
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`What is the leaderboard?
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`For Pods (both Entertainment and Information Pods and Current Journalism Pods), the
`leaderboard counts for more than just street cred: Every week, the winner of the leaderboard
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`Promos are selected for air by our promo staff, and V-CAMs are selected by our staff with
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`This Is your chance to take a direct hand in programming this network. All it takes Is a
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`What do the little icons in the lower right corner of the video player mean?
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`We screen every video that is uploaded to Current TV to make sure It Is in our format and
`does not violate our community standarcs. We try to do this within a 24-hour period with the
`exception of weekends and holidays. If your video Is in our format and does not violate our
`community standards, It may be because your file was corrupt or there was a problem that
`occurred during the upload process. If more than 24 hours have elapsed since you uploaded
`{and it's not the weekend), please email us at support@current.tv with your user name, the
`name of your Pod,the file format and the date you uploaded It to the site.
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`There are lots of Pods online that say they are 'in process'. Why aren't they on
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`You'd be surprised at how much work goes into getting a five-minute piece of video ready
`for air on TV! It takes time to contact the producer and obtain the original media and
`necessary releases so we can use It on air. Occasionally there may be changes we want to
`make to the Pod. We try to work with the producer to make these changes whenever
`possible, but sometimes we proceed on post production, especially if the subject matter is
`timely. Next we put the final touches on the Pod - these include tweaking the audio and
`adding graphics. If we can't clear the music chosen by the producer, we have to rescore the
`Pod with music from our library. The final step is having our legal department clear the Pod
`for air. Sometimes this can hold up a Pod if we don't have all the releases from the producer
`or there Is content that has to be changed or removed. We aim to make this process fast and
`painless -- and you'll be looped in every step of the way.
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`Why do some VC? Pods say "commissioned by Current TV" and have no
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`We occasionally come across stories we think should be told from a VC? perspective. We
`always try to go to any producer who has uploaded a Pod to our site first. If we can't find a
`Producer who has already uploaded, we will reach out to any contacts we have in the area
`where the story is happening to identify a producer to commission. The best way to become
`eligible for VC? commissions is to upload a Pod to the site. All commissioned pieces are
`negotiated on a per-Pod basis. Since these Pods air with the VC? label on the network, we
`felt they should be on the website, along with the producers who made them. We want the
`community to comment on these Pods as a way to get audience feedback.
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`Most of the content that airs on Current comes in the form of what we call Pods; non-fiction
`and satirical shorts about what's going on in your world, from your perspective, and In your
`voice. Please note that at this time we do not accept trallers for longer documentaries/films,
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`You can check out our Entertainment and Information Pod categories or our Current
`Journalism Pod categories for the types of subject matter we generally air. But there's more!
`Besides Pods, we also accept promos, V-CA\s and Raw Inte! submissions.
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`The longest Pod ever aired on Current TV was 18 minutes, but anything over 10 minutes Is
`really rare. Most Pods clock in between one and seven minutes. If you feel like you just can't
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`Think of tags as key descriptors that you create on the fly. Tags can say absolutely anything
`you want about a video: chicago If that's the setting, environment if that's the topic, cool If
`that's what It is. And videos can have an unlimited number of tags -- the more the better, In
`fact. So when you're watching, add a tag yourself. And then use the tags to jump from video
`to video, exploring relationships you might never have suspected.
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`Rating other community members’ comments "helpful" is a nice way to give props to
`someone who took the time to leave a particularly thoughtful or informative comment. It also
`helps us keep an eye on who's being particularly helpful (or not), and we're mulling ways to
`reward those users in the future.
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`What are the regional message boards for?
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`The purpose of the regional message boards Is to foster offline collaboration and
`connections between Current community members in specific cities. If you don't see your
`city and would like a message board,just email us at your'riencis@current.tv and let us know
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`The one exception Is people under the age of 18. Our programming Is made primarily for
`young adults 18 and up, and because minors cannot accept our license agreement online,
`we don't encourage teens to submit to Current. That sald,if you are under 18 and feel
`strongly that you could make something that would appeal to our target audience, you must
`have your parent or guardian upload It for you.
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`Because PSAs or Public Service Announcements are usually advertisements for non-profit
`organizations and tend to be much shorter in length than a Pod (30 seconds), we do not
`accept them as programming. If there is an issue you are passionate about, try making a
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`What Pods are Current Journalism Pods?
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`The following Pod families are only for Current Journalism:
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`Current Issue: Gay marriage. Drug laws. Stem cells. It's the stuff that divides us — and
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`Current Controversy: Is there a controversy brewing out there that Isn't being reported on?
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`Current Contraband: Drugs -—- take a look at how are illegal drugs affecting our world, from
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`Do I have to have a journalism degree to submit a CJ Pod?
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`No-- anybody who wants to step up to the plate and swing for the CJ fences Is welcome.
`We're looking for smart people who can add a unique style of reporting to the mix.
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`Well, what if | do have training in journalism?
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`Even better! We're excited to hear from people who went to journalism school, or who are
`working as journalists, freelance or otherwise, around the world.It's possible the CJ program
`could be the perfect outlet for your video reporting. So yes, we'll be looking at your track
`record - in the Online Studio and beyond - when we consider assigning new stories.
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`honest, accurate, and fair -- that you report with integrity. That means disclosing any biases
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`Will my work be fact-checked?
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`Yes! By you! As a Current Journalist, you'll be required to providealist of sources for all the
`information in your Pod if It Is chosen to air.
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`Check out the Current Journalism channel on ourvicieopreviewpageand to see some CJ
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`Are you looking for a particular style of news reporting?
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`Young people are turning away from conventional news outlets -- so if your Pod looks like It
`could be on the local news, that's probably not for us. Instead, we're looking for you to bring
`your own style and approach to these stories so that Current Journalism always looks and
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`Yes! When a story breaks or we spot an emerging trend, our VC2 community Is the first place
`we look for a unique take on the subject. As soon as you submit your first Pod to Current
`you automatically become eligible to receive commissions. The Pods you submit act as an
`online reel for our programming department when they are scouting for producers.
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`Since we are all about finding short-form content, the best way to pitch us Is to make a short
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`with whom you can collaborate. But, you can also email more traditional pitches to
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`Ah yes, the "Al question". We get this one a lot. When Al Gore and Joel Hyatt started
`Current, their goal was to democratize the media, to create a place where all voices can get
`heard. So, a Democratic point of view is not required, just a point of view.
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`Who decides what's going on TV?
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`You and us both. Your greenlights guide our programming team in their decision on what
`they pick for the network.
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`What kind of Pods generally make it on to air?
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`Good question. Here are a few things that we find our online audience and our programming
`department look for when choosing Pods for air.
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`Also, Current is a network aimed at 18 to 34 year olds, so the subject matter should appeal
`to folks who fit into that general age bracket (at least in their hearts).
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`How should | send you my Pod?
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`= Unique voices
`= Interesting perspectives
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`The best way to send your submission is to upload using VideoEgg Publisher. For more
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`V-CAM does air on Current and the sponsor of your V-CAM wants to show It in other places
`beyond Current TV, you'll get anywhere between $5,000 and $50,000, depending on where
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`Okay, here goes. You upload your video to the Current website. Wezll give It a look for
`community standards reasons, and then wezl put it up. If lots of community members like
`your Pod and give It a greenlight, youz!I have the chance of winning the weekly leaderboard
`competition, earning at least $1000, and possibly making It to alr. Your plece might also be
`chosen for TV by one of our producers.
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`if your piece makes It to air, payment will be negotiated on a per-pod basis.
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`Are there length requirements to qualify for that scale?
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`There are not! Submissions in the 2-5 minute range have generally had the most success
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`Yes, definitely! Share your piece as widely as youzd like. To make It easier on yourself, click
`on the "post this video"link underneath any video player:
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`It will give you a short snippet of code that you can cut and paste anywhere on the web --
`your blog, MySpace page, whatever. It's also a great way to get your friends and fans to
`greenlight your Pod for TV.
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`Can I submit my video to a film festival?
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`How do I know you're not just going to steal my awesome ideas?
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`You own the concept to the videos you upload and we can't touch them. But really, If you
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`If you buy the rights to broadcast my video, will | still be credited as its creator?
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`Absolutely! And we're not talking aboutalittle line of text in the corner, either. The last thing
`we want to do Is conceal the origins of our viewer-created content. On the contrary: We want
`to splash your name and your image all over your work. And we air interviews with prolific
`VC? producers on a regular basis. We are all about full exposure and full props.
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`Technology is moving fast. More and more TV is going to get piped through the internet;
`more and more cell phones are going to play video. For all those reasons, we want to
`distribute your work -- with your name and mug attached to it -- anywhere video can go.
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`What is V-CAM?
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`V-CAMs are viewer-created commercials made for our sponsors that may be chosen to air
`on Current TV. They can also air on other websites, TV networks or in movie theaters.
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`Can I really make $50,000 off my V-CAM?
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`Will your V-CAM get used in all these ways, and earn all this money? We don't know yet. But
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`has been laid for you to rock out to an unbelievable degree. Oh, and don't forget: This Is alll in
`addition to the cool $1,000 you'll get if your V-CAM runs on Current TV.
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`Can I make a V-CAM for [Brand X]?
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`You love [Brand XJ]. Everybody loves [Brand X]. But the V-CAM program depends on the
`support of specific advertising sponsors -- companies cool enoughto sign up for a radically
`new model of production. So no, V-CAMs can't be commercials for random products or
`brands; they have to sync up with one of our sponsors. But If there's a brand you think you
`should be one of those sponsors -- let us know! And more importantly, let them know!
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`Can | really submit video that I shot on my mobile phone?
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`Yes! Current Mobile is a new Pod category just for videos shot on mobile phones.
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`What's the pay-scale for Mobile?
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`Mobile Pods will be negotiated on a per-Pod basis.
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`Is mobile footage eligible for TV?
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`Yes, just like regular Pods, mobile footage can get greenlights and win leaderboard or be
`selected for air by our VC? programming team.
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`Do I need releases from the people in my video?
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`web advertisement. That's $5000.
`= Then they say, hey, we like It so much we want to put It on some other cable TV
`networks, too. Add $10,000.
`= The ad Is rocking out; everybody loves It. So they run It on one of the big broadcast
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` = You get your V-CAM onto Current TV, and then the ad's sponsor decides to run It as a
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`The short answer Is "yes." If you're shooting a big crowd, you don't have to have a release
`for everyone. But as soon as you focus on somebody and they're recognizable on video, you
`need to get their permission. This will protect you in the long run. You'll find the release forms
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`Beware of copyrighted images in the background and of ambient music. When you check
`the little box that says you accept our terms, you're saying that everything In your video Is
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`What licenses do | need for the music | want to use?
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`or publisher that owns 100% of their music) then you will need both a master and
`synchronization license. These forms can be found online and have a few blanks that need to
`be filled in: date, name, address, title of song,title of Pod, signature, and contact phone
`number for the person signing.If you are filming someone live then you will only need a
`synchronization license. In that situation, if the music Is theirs and they own 100% of the
`rights, then you will be clear to use It on air.
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`Can | use music recorded in the background of a scene?
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`You should avoid shooting at venues that play music, including clubs, parties, and sporting
`events. Even if It is just softly playing, you'll need to take this music out or try to clear It -- for
`a price. If there are live performances happening, then you will need a synchronization
`license from each performer. Seriously, your best bet Is to just avoid shooting at locations
`that have music playing.
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`There are lots of software programs that let you create your own music. Many of these are
`okay for broadcast; however, some are not. Every program hasalicense section; you need
`the license to say that the music you create In the program is okay for broadcast and web
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`the license to say that the music you create In the program is okay for broadcast and web
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`Can | use royalty-free music?
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`Just because music is royalty-free doesn't necessarily mean that It is okay to use for Current.
`You will need to refer to the specific music license -- they're allalittle different —- to make
`sure It's okay for television and website use.
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`Popular music cannot be used in a Pod. Sorry. If you put popular music in your Pod,then it
`will not be posted online -- and it will certainly not make It to air.
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`Can't | use any music under fair use?
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`You can use a song under fair use only in a news Pod that is specifically about that song or
`the artist that performs it. The information in your Pod must be about the music specifically.
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`Can | use public domain music?
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`Public domain music can only be used If it is performed live; that Is, you cannot use a
`pre-existing recording of a public domain song. If you do usealive performance of a public
`domain song, then you'll need a synchronization license filled out by the performer.
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`Can | use tracks from the Current APM library in all of my videos?
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`available for use in View-Created Ads(V-CAMs). Sony Loops Is fair game for all types of
`uploads.
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`Why can't | log into APM?
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`You must be logged in to the Current TV website to access the APM library. Not registered
`yet? It's easy. Just click on the ‘join up'link at the top right of the page.
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`Hey, It's a trade off. We like to think we're giving you more creative options, but we totally
`understand If you'd like to keep your information to yourself.
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`I can audition and listen to songs (in the APM library) but canzt download them.
`Why not?
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`Once you've uploaded your first pod, you'll have access to 10 tracks from APM. You'll have
`access to 10 more every time you upload.If your pod makes it on TV, you'll get 20 more
`tracks. Until then, you can audition as many tracks as you want to help plan your production.
`You can always upload the first version of your pod without music and add tracks as you
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