Esports Contracts
By Ryan Fairchild · 22 video chapters · 1hr 13m
Course Details
Beginner-level · View On Demand · Available on All Devices
Ryan Fairchild specializes in esports law at Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard, LLP, a firm that prides itself on a comprehensive and diverse practice. In this course, he clarifies one most misunderstood industry topics: esports contracts.
Learn what to look for when reading a competitive esports contract, strategies to negotiate its terms, and tips for evaluating contract you'll get in your own career.
Learn what to look for when reading a competitive esports contract, strategies to negotiate its terms, and tips for evaluating contract you'll get in your own career.
1. Meet the Expert: Ryan Fairchild
Ryan represents players, organizations, and other stakeholders in a variety of areas including contract, licensing, and corporate issues. He shares unique anecdotes and advice from his esports journey.2. Esports Contract Basics
Publicly-released contracts are far from the norm in esports, so Ryan covers common types of contracts and clauses you can expect to see. Learn about risk allocation, royalties, and rights.3. Negotating and Closing a Contract
Once you've proposed a contract, it's time to negotiate. Learn to handle big areas like insurance, give proper attention to finer details like termination and buyouts, and navigate unique situations like working with minors.4. Player and Other Talent Contracts
Ryan reveals just how much goes on when signing pro player and streaming talent, from imports and trading to promotional obligations and tournament winnings.4. Career Advice: Personal Contracts
Put the power back into your hands — learn to look at your own career contracts with expert eyes to understand the terms and negotiate ones that are right for you.Get started now. Cancel anytime.
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