Creative Intell Academy provides in-depth music business courses for artists, producers, lawyers, managers, and creators.
Developed by a team of seasoned industry insiders.
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Trusted by the biggest firms in the industry
Why choose CI Academy?
Join hundreds of musicians, producers, lawyers, and managers who are already taking advantage of our comprehensive resources to gain a competitive edge in the music industry.
Legal Language Demystified
Our contract-specific courses break down current industry agreements clause-by-clause and translates everything into plain English. You no longer need to have a law degree to understand your contracts.
Industry Math Decoded
We simplify industry-specific formulas so you can easily understand and collect what you're owed. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to getting what you deserve.
It Takes a Team
Each Creative Intell Academy course was built by an expansive team of practicing entertainment lawyers, subject matter experts, musicians, writers, educational designers, graphic artists, and animators.
Content Guarantee
Trust us to deliver only the most accurate and current information. If you're not satisfied with your education, we offer a 30 day money back guarantee. Start learning today!
Handcrafted Courses
Our real music industry courses, led by professionals, cover core subjects, contracts, and intellectual property with visuals for visual learners, helping you protect your interests and advance your career.
Creative Intell Academy courses are more in-depth, accessible, and affordable than major university music programs that charge thousands of dollars in tuition fees.
FREE CI Academy Playbook, full of tips and knowledge for beginners and experts alike.
Sneak peeks at the Meet the Intells animated series, a fun, educational animated series that teaches you the music business.
*with annual commitment, paid across 12 months.
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New content added monthly.
Understanding Song Split Agreements
Understanding Work-for-Hire Agreements
Understanding Beat Purchase Agreements
Intellectual Property Fundamentals
Understanding Featured Artist Agreements
Understanding Non-Disclosure Agreements
Understanding Attorney Engagement Agreements
Understanding Beat Licence Agreements
Understanding Management Agreements
Understanding Song Split Agreements
Understanding Work-for-Hire Agreements
Understanding Beat Purchase Agreements
Intellectual Property Fundamentals
Understanding Featured Artist Agreements
Understanding Non-Disclosure Agreements
Understanding Attorney Engagement Agreements
Understanding Beat Licence Agreements
Understanding Management Agreements
Understanding Song Split Agreements
Understanding Work-for-Hire Agreements
Understanding Beat Purchase Agreements
Intellectual Property Fundamentals
Understanding Featured Artist Agreements
Understanding Non-Disclosure Agreements
Understanding Attorney Engagement Agreements
Understanding Beat Licence Agreements
Understanding Management Agreements
Never be confused by legal jargon or wonder how the business works again
There are no prerequisites here, this is university-level education EVERYONE can understand.
Never misinterpret a contract again!
The legal language of the industry explained in plain English. Our contract-specific courses crack the legal codes historically only lawyers understood, explaining each clause and what it means TO YOU in simple language.
Visual Learners Welcome!
Each Creative Intell Academy course is a fully interactive multimedia learning experience designed to be as fun as it is informative. In-depth videos, educational charts, graphics, and interactive learning checks combine to create an engaging, dynamic teaching environment for learners of all academic levels.
Learn through Storytelling
CI Academy employs a “Learning through Storytelling” pedagogical approach following a storyline that narrates every course and is the basis of our exclusive animated series, “The Intells.”
Interactive Testing that sets you up for success
Ace your learning with real-time interactive testing. Quizzes and puzzles help you master the content and succeed!
Become a Recognized Expert: Get Accredited
Earn the respect you deserve with a Creative Intell Academy accreditation. Boost your credibility and enhance your industry reputation by adding your certificate to your resume and LinkedIn profile.
Network with Music Insiders: Intell Community
The Creative Intell Community is moderated by industry insiders and regularly frequented by some of the biggest players in the game. Access to these individuals and their advice is priceless in itself. “Intell” that gives you a competitive edge.
Become a Part of Our Community
The Creative Intell Community is a private network featuring live seminars hosted by our legal team and subject matter experts. Our online events include illuminating interviews and live chat sessions with key industry players. Got a question about something in the course content? Just ask us. We’re accessible and always eager to help.
All subscribers automatically become members of the Creative Intell Community:
Only Creative Intell Offers the comprehensive and affordable Music Business Training
Berklee Online
Ari's Take
NYU Music Industry Essentials
Price
$29.99 per month
$1249 per course
$500 - $1000 per course
$999.99 per course
Amount of Courses
7
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Courses Developed by a Team of Industry Experts
Educational Animated Series
Best-in-Class Legal Documents
Clause-by-Clause Contract Language Breakdowns
Interactive Learning Features
Real-World Case Studies
Continuously Updated
Private Online Community
In-depth Industry Economics
Interactive Testing
Course Certification
Live Seminars Led by Industry Insiders
30-day Guarantee
Trusted By
Songwriters, Producers, Managers, Industry Executives and Lawyers
“For anyone wanting to get into the music industry, the Creative Intell Academy courses are the best to take. If you’re an artist, writer, producer or manager, this will change the game and the way you operate.”
Austin Rosen
co-manager of Post Malone
" The more informed the producer is on how the business works, the easier it is to manage their career. Creative Intell Academy takes complex legal concepts, breaks them down, and makes them easy to understand. We recommend all of our clients take these courses now."
Lucas Keller
President/Founder of Milk & Honey
"Unlock your music career's fullest potential with the Creative Intell Academy. Avoid costly legal mistakes, sign smart contracts, and maximize your revenue. As a manager of platinum-selling artists, I confidently endorse the CI Academy. They've got you covered."
Dana Biondi
manager of $uicideboy$
Free Basics of Agreements Course
Limited Time Offer!
This FREE Course dives into the fundamentals everyone needs to know to understand their agreements.
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Corporate and Institutional Training
Creative Intell Academy can help empower your organization with courses and training seminars. Contact us now to ensure your team has a competitive edge.
The CI Academy takes complex topics and makes them simple and genuinely fun to learn. One way we do this is by incorporating an animated 2D series, “The Intells” into every course.
• That everyone deserves access to the education they need to protect themselves and thrive in the music industry.
• That this education should be accessible to everyone in the game, not just those who can afford to go to law school.
• That high-level, high quality education doesn’t need to be boring and uninspired.
• That industry knowledge is power and shouldn’t be gated to those who will benefit from it the most.
A Powerhouse Team of Music Business Experts
Our team has over a century of practical music business experience distilled into our courses. Learn from the best and succeed in the industry with our expert content. Start your journey today!
David Fritz
Entertainment Lawyer
Steven Ship
Artist Manager & Producer
Imraan Farukhi
Entertainment Lawyer/University Professor
Max Verrelli
Entertainment Lawyer
Mark Cappello
Animation Director
Chris Barry
Writer/Musician
Ofelia Mangen
Educational Designer
Frequently Asked Questions
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How frequently are new courses added to the curriculum?
Can I use legal language in Creative Intell Academy courses for my own business needs?
Do I need prior law and/or music business experience to fully understand the course content?
Does a subscription to the Academy give me access to the Creative Intell Dealmaking platform?
Is the education provided in the courses applicable to other countries/territories - in addition to the United States?
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