Title
Sharing with Creative Commons: a business model for content creators
Publication Date
2010
Publication Details
Foong, C. (2010). Sharing with Creative Commons: a business model for content creators. Platform: Journal of Media and Communication, 64-93. Retrieved from http://eprints.qut.edu.au/40800/;http://journals.culture-communication.unimelb.edu.au/platform/resources/includes/cc/PlatformCC_Foong.pdf
Abstract
Creative Commons (CC) is often seen as a social movement, dismissed by critics as a tool for hobbyists or academics who do not sell their creations to make a living. However, this paper argues that the licensing of creative copyright works under a CC licence does not preclude commercial gain. If used wisely, CC licences can be a useful tool for creators in their quest for commercial success. In particular, this paper argues that the sharing of creative works online under a CC licence allows creators to circumvent traditional distribution channels dominated by content intermediaries, whilst maintaining a level of control over their copyright works (i.e. explicitly reserving some rights but not all rights). This will be illustrated by case studies on how CC is being used by content creators and intermediaries respectively, and how successful their respective methods are in harnessing this tool.
Document Type
Journal Article
Access Rights
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