IP 101
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What You'll Learn
In this practical and jargon free session, William Doherty, UK and European Patent Attorney and Director at Albright IP, explains exactly what intellectual property is, why it matters, and how to use it to protect and grow your creative work.
Focusing on the rights that matter most in audio and podcasting, William breaks down copyright and trademarks in plain English, showing you what they protect, how they are created, who owns them, and how to stop others from using them without permission. He shares real world examples from script ownership to tackling copycat shows, explains when fair dealing applies, and reveals how to use your rights to secure better commercial deals.
- You will learn how to
- Protect scripts, recordings and branding from unauthorised use
- Understand when you need permission and when fair dealing may apply
- Use trademarks to defend your brand and stop confusingly similar competitors
- Avoid common IP pitfalls in contracts and rights transfers
- Leverage your IP to license, sell and control your content
- Key Takeaways
- The essential IP knowledge every audio creator needs
- How to safeguard your work and brand identity
- Clear steps for protecting, enforcing and commercialising your rights
- Confidence to create without legal uncertainty
- This session gives you the tools to protect your creativity and turn it into long term value in the competitive audio industry.
William Doherty
William Doherty is a UK and European Patent Attorney and Director at Albright IP, with expertise in chemistry, physics and software. He holds a first class degree and a DPhil in Physical and Theoretical Chemistry from the University of Oxford, and has extensive experience in drafting, prosecution and contentious patent matters. He advises clients across industries on protecting and commercialising their intellectual property in the UK and worldwide.
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IP 101 LESSON
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