Podcaster and Broadcaster Collaboration MOU

What a good one includes

• A clear definition of intellectual property ownership covering the show's name, logo, audio assets, and master recordings.
• A precise breakdown of how sponsorship revenue, ad payouts, listener donations, and merchandise sales will be shared.
• An explicit assignment of production duties, detailing who handles scheduling, scriptwriting, editing, and social media promotion.
• Designated ownership of the hosting platform, RSS feed, domain names, and social media account credentials.
• A clear cost-allocation plan specifying how hosting fees, software subscriptions, and equipment expenses are split and reimbursed.
• An exit strategy outlining what happens to the existing catalog and brand name if one partner decides to leave the show.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Forgetting to specify who owns the intellectual property of the back catalog if the partnership dissolves.
• Neglecting to address guest release terms, leaving the show without the clear right to distribute or monetize specific interviews.
• Focusing entirely on splitting incoming revenue while failing to define who pays for ongoing production expenses.
• Relying on casual text messages or verbal handshakes instead of a formalized, signed document before launching the first episode.

Frequently asked questions