What is an exclusive license?

An exclusive license is a type of license in art law that allows an artist to give exclusive use of a copyrighted work to another person or organization. This means that the artist gives the other person or organization the sole right to use the work and that the artist may not use it for other purposes. This type of license is a great way for an artist to make money from their work, as the other party will usually pay for the exclusive right to use the work. In Mississippi, as with most states, the artist needs to be a citizen of the United States to give an exclusive license. Additionally, the artist must register their work with the United States Copyright Office and also file a Notice of Recordation to make the copyright enforceable in court. The exclusive license must also be in writing and signed by both parties and must include a clear description of the rights the licensee has. The exclusive license can last forever or for a set period of time, as determined by the two parties. The work can be licensed for any number of uses including publication, distribution, reproduction, display, and more. It is important to note that a license can never transfer the copyright itself from the artist to the licensee. The copyright is always retained by the artist and can never be taken away.

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