Get It In Writing

Question: I have been sent a contract. What do I need to do before signing it?

Firstly, it is important to establish what type of contract is it? Remember, if you as a creator are a Copyright Licensor, COSBOTS  may be able to look at the contract on the creators’ behalf as part of its Copyright Advisory Services.COSBOTS can assist with agreements for its members – an agreement between a member and someone who wishes to use his or her works from a magazine or book, to a festival or public event. Alternatively, if a member has been commissioned to create a new piece of work outside Botswana, COSBOTS may be able to give you advice on the copyright implications of your contract.