Suissimage: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Actors and directors can claim annual royalties for the secondary use of their audiovisual works through this scheme.
Suissimage is a system that collects and distributes royalties to creators when their audiovisual works are used again after their initial release.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed for professionals working in the audiovisual sector. Specifically, it is for actors and directors whose works are broadcast on television or screened in public venues. If your performance or direction is part of an audiovisual work that is being reused beyond its first showing, you may be eligible.
What you get
Participants receive an annual distribution of secondary usage royalties. These payments are intended to provide compensation when your work is used in ways other than the original production, such as through subsequent broadcasts or screenings.
What it costs you
To participate in this system, there are a few requirements. First, you must complete a membership registration with the Cooperative for Authors' Rights. Once you are a member, you must also commit to the annual reporting of your works. This means you are responsible for providing the necessary information regarding your professional contributions to ensure the distribution process remains accurate.
The catch to know
The most important thing to understand is that membership alone does not automatically trigger a payment. To receive your money, you must register your specific works. If a work is not properly documented and registered within the system, you may miss out on the royalties owed to you for that specific project.
How to apply
- Complete the membership registration process with the Cooperative for Authors' Rights.
- Maintain a thorough record of every audiovisual project you participate in.
- Submit your annual reporting to ensure all your works are accounted for.
- Visit the official portal for more details: https://www.suissimage.ch