Overview
The Creative Approvals extraction identifies provisions where parties retain control over creative decisions.What Gets Extracted
Each approval right is displayed as a card containing:| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | What requires approval (e.g., “Artwork Approval”) |
| Approval Party | Who must approve (Assignor, Assignee, or Both Parties) |
| Description | Scope and conditions of the approval right |
Approval Parties
| Party | Typical Role |
|---|---|
| Assignor | Artist/rights holder granting rights |
| Assignee | Label/publisher receiving rights |
| Both Parties | Mutual approval required |
Common Approval Types
Marketing & Promotion
- Artwork and album covers
- Press photos
- Marketing materials
- Promotional campaigns
- Social media content
Creative Decisions
- Track selection
- Album sequencing
- Single choices
- Mix approvals
- Mastering decisions
Licensing
- Sync placements
- Compilations
- Samples/interpolations
- Covers by other artists
Business Decisions
- Release timing
- Pricing
- Distribution channels
- Territory releases
Description Details
The description field captures:- Scope of the approval right
- Timing requirements (e.g., “within 5 business days”)
- What happens if approval isn’t granted
- Exceptions or limitations
Use Cases
- Artist relations: Understand what approvals to seek
- Workflow planning: Build approval steps into processes
- Conflict resolution: Reference when disputes arise
Editing Approvals
Click the edit icon to:- Add missing approval rights
- Modify approval parties
- Update descriptions
- Remove approvals that don’t apply