Music licensing and sync for independent creators
Encre coordinates licensing for music and media, connecting rights holders with projects that need them. Encre works only with rights it controls or is authorized to represent, and does not promise placements.
Who it is for
Two groups. Rights holders, such as artists, labels, and filmmakers, who want to explore licensing and synchronization for their work. And project teams, such as producers, music supervisors, and brands, who need to license music or media.
What Encre handles
- Rights discovery and coordination
- Licensing administration once terms are agreed in writing
- Pitching of selected work where Encre is authorized to represent it
- Inquiries from rights holders about licensing their catalog
- Inquiries from project teams about licensing music or media
How it works
- Send an inquiryUse the contact form and choose the licensing topic. Tell us whether you are a rights holder or a project team.
- Confirm the rightsEncre confirms which rights are available and who controls them.
- Agree terms in writingAny license or synchronization arrangement is documented in a written agreement.
- AdministerEncre administers the license and keeps the records.
What you need to submit
- For rights holders: the work, who owns the master and the composition, and any splits or restrictions
- For project teams: the project, the intended use, territory, duration, and timeline
- Contact details so Encre can reply
Common questions
Will Encre place my music in a film, show, or ad?
Encre cannot promise any placement. Opportunities depend on the project, the work, and the rights. Encre may identify selected projects for licensing, synchronization, and media placement.
Does Encre represent every catalog?
No. Encre represents only rights it controls or is authorized to represent, under a written agreement.
Is licensing separate from distribution?
Yes. You can distribute with Encre without opting into licensing, and any licensing arrangement is documented separately.
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