Protecting Your Creative Work: Copyright, Royalties & Digital Rights
Creative value disappears when rights are misunderstood. This session explains how work is protected or lost.
2 CPD units December 2, 2026 1 presenter
What will set you apart
By completing this course you will gain the following competencies
- What copyright protects
- Ownership vs usage
- Royalties explained
- Digital rights risks
- Common losses
- Protection strategies
Event breakdown
- Copyright basics
- Ownership and licensing
- Royalties
- Digital platforms
- Common disputes
- Contract protection
- Risk reduction
- Practical safeguards
Category: Law and ComplianceType: CPD Course
Description
Creative work is often exploited because protection is weak or misunderstood. This session explains how rights are lost through poor contracts and digital misuse. Understanding this protects value and income.
Presenters
Heynes Kotze — Heynes Kotze is the Head of Legal Services at CIBA and an admitted attorney of the High Court with rights of appearance in the superior courts. With extensive experience in litigation and legal advisory roles, Heynes specialises in guiding professionals through complex regulatory compliance (including FIC requirements) before issues arise. He is known for his creative problem-solving, helping firms turn compliance challenges into practical opportunities for growth.
You will earn a certificate
On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units.
Requirements
- Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
- Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser