Question 1

Is this a YouTube page or a Subscription Service?

Accepted Answer

It was both however YouTube demonitized the channel and as of February 2022, rejected our appeal. We currently have no way of monetizing content. Now we are just a channel that showcases short films.  This is a platform wide decision they have made. All channels that aggregate "other people's content" cannot monetize. However Google stills places adds onto our films.

Question 2

Do you require exlusivity?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 3

How do you monetize the films you host?

Accepted Answer

As of February 2022 YouTube demontized the channel and rejected our appeal. We currently have no way to monetize content. We are simply a channel with 9k subscribers. This was a platform wide decision made by Google. No channels that aggregate "other people's content" can monetize. However google still places ads on our films.

Question 4

Where would my film be hosted?

Accepted Answer

We have a YouTube Channel and Subscription pay-wall. We only release certain films on our YouTube channel. That decision is ultimately up to us.

Question 5

Do you pay a license fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no. If your project is already online, probably not (unless you are willing to remove it). It all depends on how badly we want your film and how much value we see in hosting it on our platform. Filmmakers who are not online and sign exclusively with us have received anywhere from $250 to $10,000.

Question 6

Do I need to own the music rights in my film?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you want to monetize your film. If you do not own the music rights we are still interested in promoting your film but we cannot attach ads to it.  *As of february 2022 YouTube has demonitized our channel and rejected our appeal. Apparently we aren't the only channel to have this happen. YouTube no longer allows aggregators of "other people's content" to be monetized. However they still play ads before our film.

Question 7

I was invited...How did you hear about my film?

Accepted Answer

We partner with film festivals, follow online influencers like Film Threat, Film Riot and Screen Anarchy as well as just searching online for films or trailers that seem like a good fit. Also, filmmakers we know recommend films to us.

Question 8

If I put my film on WēVē, do you retain any rights?"

Accepted Answer

No, we are a partner to help you get exposure and some cash. We do not purchase films and we do not retain any rights beyond the license term whatsoever. Furthermore, unless we've paid you for exclusive rights, you can take your film down whenever you want.

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