Sync Licensing
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That Pitch is the easiest way to get your music into 100+ sync libraries. Get unlimited uploads, keep 100% of your earnings, and stay independent.
Step by step
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Prepare sync-ready masters and stems
Export a full master (WAV, 44.1kHz/24-bit), a vocal-up mix, a vocal-down mix, and individual stems (drums, bass, keys, vocals, guitars). Sync supervisors frequently need stems to adjust levels for dialogue. Having them ready makes you the easy choice.
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Verify you own 100% of the rights
No uncleared samples. No co-writers who have not signed a split sheet. No beats licensed from a non-exclusive producer (you need exclusive rights for most sync deals). Clear rights issues before pitching — a sync supervisor will ask for proof.
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Upload to sync libraries
Submit to ThatPitch (automatic distribution to 100+ libraries), Musicbed, Artlist, and Epidemic Sound. Complete all metadata including mood (happy, tense, epic, melancholic), genre, BPM, key, and instruments. Libraries that match your track to briefs rely entirely on your metadata.
Checklist
- Full master, vocal-up, vocal-down, and stems all exported
- Confirmed 100% rights ownership — no uncleared samples
- All co-writers have signed split sheets
- Track uploaded to ThatPitch and/or Musicbed with complete metadata
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sync placement pay?
Varies widely. A small YouTube channel: $50-500. A national TV commercial: $5,000-50,000. A Netflix series: $2,000-25,000 per use. A major film: $10,000-100,000+. The fee is negotiated between the label/artist and the music supervisor. You also earn backend performance royalties every time the show airs.
What makes a track sync-ready?
Clean, uncluttered production (instrumentals or stems available). No uncleared samples. Professionally mixed and mastered. Strong emotional arc that works without lyrics. Metadata including BPM, key, mood, and genre all filled in. WAV master and stems on hand.
Do I need a publisher to get sync deals?
No — you can license your own music directly. However, a publishing administrator like Songtrust or a music publisher with sync relationships can significantly increase placements. Self-publishing requires you to negotiate deals directly with supervisors.