How and When Do I Get Paid?

  1. Overview
  2. Getting Paid
  3. Earnings Details
  4. How and When Do I Get Paid?

All money you earn comes from two main sources: direct payments from libraries (paid through That Pitch) and royalties from library customers (paid through your PRO). Each of these sources has its own processes and schedules - all of which can be pretty complex!

Below, we provide a general overview and detailed notes to help you understand how these payments work.

General Overview:

  • Direct Payments from Libraries:
    These are upfront payments made directly by libraries to That Pitch, which then pays you. The timing of these payments varies based on the library's schedule. Typically, libraries send payments reflecting sales from about three months prior. So, if someone licensed your song yesterday, the payment won't appear in your That Pitch account until about three months from now.

  • Royalties from Clients (via PRO):
    These are backend royalties collected by your PRO (Performing Rights Organization) from various clients. The collection and distribution process involves multiple steps and timelines depending on the country and PRO involved.

Why is it so Complex?

  1. Different Collection Schedules:
    Libraries collect money on different schedules and frequencies. For example, a library with a monthly subscription filled with YouTubers won't collect at the same time as a boutique library selling an a la carte license directly to a brand for an ad campaign.

  2. Different Payment Schedules:
    Libraries also send payments on their own schedules. A subscription-based library might pay the next month or six months later, while a boutique library might send payment months after receiving it.

  3. Varied PRO Payment Schedules:
    If you are registered with a PRO like APRA in Australia, but your royalties are generated in the US, a US PRO like BMI or ASCAP must first collect the royalties. These US PROs then pay your home PRO (APRA) on schedules ranging from 3 to 18 months.

  4. Different Laws by Country:
    Royalty collection laws vary by country. For example, if your music is synced to an ad on EU radio, you can receive publishing royalties. However, US radio does not mandate publishing royalties for songwriters, creating a complex web of laws and schedules.

Wrapping Up: We only work with the best libraries & administration companies, managing all these complexities for you. While we cannot change how each library or PRO operates, we work globally to ensure you receive 100% of what you're owed.