What is sync licensing?

Sync licensing (short for synchronization licensing) is the right to pair a piece of music with visual media, like a film, TV show, or ad. A synchronization license clears the composition for use in your production, and Soundstripe's sync team handles the process from search to signed license.

What is the difference between single song and blanket licensing?

A single song license clears one track for one production. A blanket license covers a defined slate of productions or a period of time, so your team can pull from the catalog without negotiating each placement separately. Our sync team helps you pick the structure that fits your slate.

How do I get a sync license for my production?

Reach out to our sync team with your project details (the track or the brief, the media type, and where it will run). We handle clearance and paperwork directly with you, whether you need one placement or an ongoing licensing relationship.

Music that makes the moment

Sync licensing

From subtle underscores to standout cues, Soundstripe’s composers and one-stop catalog are trusted by music supervisors across TV, film, streaming, and more. Whether you need something nuanced, nostalgic, or never-heard-before, we’ll help you license it fast – or compose it from scratch.

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Soundstripe's greatest hits

Recognized by charts, the Recording Academy, and music supervisors alike.

12 Grammy Awards
31 Gold & Platinum records
4 Billboard #1 hits

Let's chat sync licensing, original music & covers

Beyond our subscription plans, we provide a wide variety of music licensing options that fit your project. If you're looking for something specific for your project, we'll work with you to create the perfect soundtrack.

Single song licensing

Sometimes you just need one song… fast. We can quickly get you the perfect song and a license for the terms you need.

Blanket licensing

If your production calls for more flexibility, we can design a license for you for all types of projects from TV to movies.

Original music

Our team has decades of experience creating custom songs for some of the biggest brands and TV shows out there.

Covers

We specialize in making the familiar new again, from well‑known classics to current chart toppers. We'll make it happen.

Music team leads

Josh Collum

VP, Music

For over 15 years, Josh has been at the forefront of sync. First as a singer/songwriter, then as co-founder of a globally recognized licensing agency. There’s no project type or licensing issue he can’t handle.

josh@soundstripe.com

Jelena Grozdanich

Director of Sync

Jelena spent a decade at Sony Music Entertainment/Columbia Records, where she helped shape the company’s global sync strategy. Over the course of her career, she has worked with a wide range of artists, including Beyoncé, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Harry Styles and Miley Cyrus. She has placed music in TV shows (The Bear, Love Island, Euphoria and Ted Lasso), and ads and promos (Apple TV+, HBO Max, ESPN, and TikTok).

jelena.grozdanich@soundstripe.com

Frequently asked questions

Sync licensing (short for synchronization licensing) is the right to pair a piece of music with visual media, like a film, TV show, or ad. A synchronization license clears the composition for use in your production, and Soundstripe's sync team handles the process from search to signed license.
A single song license clears one track for one production. A blanket license covers a defined slate of productions or a period of time, so your team can pull from the catalog without negotiating each placement separately. Our sync team helps you pick the structure that fits your slate.
Reach out to our sync team with your project details (the track or the brief, the media type, and where it will run). We handle clearance and paperwork directly with you, whether you need one placement or an ongoing licensing relationship.