Francis M.

FRANCIS MUCHINA is an Intellectual Property & Entertainment Lawyer working at [login to view URL], a Public Pan-African Music Service, as the Head of Licensing A&R (Artists & Repertoire) in-charge of Licensing Audio Content in 10+ Countries in Africa, and Managing a private practice, FRANKWISE CONSULT LTD ([login to view URL]) that is focused on Media & Entertainment and Intellectual Property Law handling both African & Worldwide content Distribution and Publishing matters through Licensing. His Distribution work focuses primarily on structuring and leading the [login to view URL] Licensing Team in Africa. Francis also advises clients on entertainment branding and marketing strategy. His Publishing matters encompass representation of audio-visual Copyright Owners under the Distribution & Publishing Firm. Over more than 7 years, Francis 's clients have included License Owners, such as; Radio Stations, Film Producers recording artists, songwriters, record producers, music publishers and independent record labels, film producers, book authors and illustrators, magazine publishers, photographers, and website designers. He has represented his clients in contract disputes, negotiations and business entity formation. He also secures licenses for all forms of content including music and audiovisual footage for use in motion pictures, documentaries, music concerts, TV programs, advertising campaigns, compilations, and online entertainment.