SOCAN is pleased and proud to announce the launch of the SOCAN Academya new library of resources designed specifically to support you throughout your musical career. Whether you’re just starting out in your career or embarking on a new project and need advice, the SOCAN Academy is here for you.
The SOCAN Academy covers different topics focusing on three main learning objectives: Working with SOCAN, Career development, et Talent development.
In these categories, you will have the chance to learn new knowledge from SOCAN employees, Music industry experts and other members. In this series of learning resources, we’ll introduce you to some of our executives and staff who will give you their expert opinions on important topics to deepen your understanding of the music ecosystem and the role of SOCAN in this ecosystem.
The SOCAN Academy already has a collection of articles, videos and tutorials for you to start with and we will continue to develop, build and share new resources regularly.
Although we specialize in many areas of rights management, we also believe in the importance of hearing from other industry experts and other members. Our goal is to build a community where we can learn from each other by continually expanding our interests and topics to answer what more you want to know.
Here’s a look at what you can expect from the SOCAN Academy:
Introduction to SOCAN
Our executives address issues and topics of interest to our members.
Working with SOCAN
Tutorials, guides and general information on how to maximize your relationship with SOCAN.
Career development
Expert resources and guides on various career and industry topics.
Talent development
Resources and expert guides on the art of writing, composition, and more.
Member Tips
Advice from the greatest experts: you. Listen to your peer authors, composers and music publishers who are SOCAN members tell you about their experiences and share their advice.
SOCAN Academy material is available right here in the online magazine Word & Music. We want to bring added value to your membership beyond the distribution of royalties; That’s why our Member Services and Creative Relations teams work hard to help you navigate the music industry through events, recognitions, awards, celebrations and, ultimately, a feeling of belonging to a community. The SOCAN Academy is about connecting the community and amplifying creativity, putting you front and center. Discover theSOCAN Academy today!