Copyright law

http://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/68934-unit-g324-advanced-production-guidance-document.pdf

"There are 13 multi-media briefs outlined in this unit.

 Q What does OCR state in the specification in regard to these briefs?

 All material for all tasks to be produced by the candidates with the exception of nonoriginal sound or image material used in a LIMITED way in video/radio work… For music video, permission should be sought from the artist for the use of the audio track.

 Q What does this mean for centres?

 Brief 1 Music Video Promotion Package 

OCR respects the rights of artists and labels and requires centres to ensure materials submitted for assessment are not infringing copyright law (the onus being on centres to interpret current copyright law). If centres use found audio material OCR moderators are not in a position to police such actions: it is the responsibility of centres and candidates to ensure appropriate permissions are sought. As copyright permission plays no part in the assessment criteria, candidate marks will not be automatically penalised. However, centres should be aware that they may potentially be breaching copyright law and this is at their own risk (full links to current copyright law can be found in the appendix of this document). For example, if a candidate places found audio material (accompanying their video) for download on a website homepage they create for a band as part of this brief then this would be at the centre’s and candidate’s own risk if copyright law is infringed. 

Copyright free options available for Music Video in G324:
 • Approach local bands and get permission to use their material
 • Approach unsigned bands on ‘My Space’ etc and get permission to use their material.
 • Collaborate with music department/students in your centre on the project
 • Create your own music or sound track."