G1NBC’s Video on Demand (VOD) programming contracts with content providers would need to cover several key areas to ensure a clear and legally sound relationship. While I don’t have access to G1NBC’s specific contract templates, I can outline the typical elements found in such agreements:

Key Elements of VOD Programming Contracts:

• Licensing Agreement: This forms the core of the contract, granting G1NBC the right to make the content available on its VOD platform. It will specify:

• Type of Content: Clearly define the categories of programming being licensed (e.g., series, comedy, drama, sci-fi, documentaries). Specific titles or libraries may be listed in an appendix.
• Territory: Specify the geographic areas where G1NBC has the right to distribute the content. Given your location in Brighton, Michigan, this would likely include the United States, but could be broader.
• Term: Define the duration of the licensing agreement, including start and end dates, and any options for renewal.
• Exclusivity: Indicate whether the license granted to G1NBC is exclusive or non-exclusive for the specified content and territory.
• Delivery Specifications: Outline the technical requirements for the content delivery (e.g., file formats, resolutions, metadata).
• Content Protection: Address any measures G1NBC needs to take to protect the content from unauthorized copying or distribution.
• Revenue Split: As you mentioned a current 50/50 split regarding the cost value of the programming paid out monthly, the contract would detail:

• Calculation Methodology: Explain how the revenue is calculated (e.g., based on views, subscriptions, advertising revenue associated with the content).
• Reporting: Specify how G1NBC will report viewership or revenue data to the content provider.
• Payment Terms: Outline the frequency of payments (monthly, as stated), the currency, and the method of payment.
• Audit Rights: May include clauses allowing the content provider to audit G1NBC’s records related to the VOD content.

• Intellectual Property Rights: Clearly state that the content provider retains ownership of the copyrights and other intellectual property rights in their programming. The license granted is for distribution on the G1NBC VOD platform only.
• Warranties and Representations: The content provider typically warrants that they have the legal right to license the content to G1NBC and that the content does not infringe upon the rights of any third parties.
• Indemnification: This clause outlines who is responsible if there are legal claims related to the content (e.g., copyright infringement). Typically, the content provider indemnifies G1NBC against such claims if they arise from the content itself.
• Termination Clauses: Specify the conditions under which either party can terminate the agreement (e.g., breach of contract, bankruptcy).
• Confidentiality: Include terms to protect the confidential information shared between both parties.
• Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: Specify which jurisdiction’s laws will govern the agreement and the process for resolving any disputes (e.g., arbitration, mediation).
• Technical Requirements: Detail the technical specifications for the content to be provided, including video and audio formats, closed captioning, and any associated metadata.
• Marketing and Promotion: Outline any responsibilities or agreements regarding the marketing and promotion of the content on the G1NBC VOD platform.

Additional Considerations:

• Compliance: The contract may include clauses requiring adherence to relevant laws and regulations regarding content distribution, data privacy, and accessibility.
• Term Variations: Depending on the type of programming (e.g., a short film versus a long-running series), the contract terms, especially regarding the license duration and revenue split, might differ.
• Future Rights: The agreement might address options for future seasons or episodes of a series.