In today’s digital age, video editing has become an indispensable part of content production on media platforms. However, besides the creativity and convenience it brings, copyright issues have also become a major concern. Video editing is not simply editing images and sounds; it is also closely related to copyright and intellectual property protection. So does video editing violate copyright? Follow the article “Is video editing a copyright infringement”of VCD below.

1. What is video editing?

Simply put, video editing is the process of editing videos by removing unnecessary parts and combining video clips together to create a more complete product. The editor will select and cut out redundant moments, errors, or unrelated parts. Then, the cut video clips will be re-spliced, creating a coherent timeline. Besides being able to edit audio, including adjusting the sound, adding background music or sound effects. In addition, you can also add visual effects, text, or transitions to make the video more attractive.

Is video editing a copyright infringement

2. Does video editing violate copyright?

Copyright is the author’s right to the works he or she creates, and this right is usually established at the time the author creates the product. Other individuals are not allowed to infringe on the right to manage, use and exploit the value of the work without the author’s consent.

Individuals or organizations that hold copyright have the right to use and exploit the benefits related to their products. The law protects these basic rights, ensuring that copyright holders are recognized and protected.

Copyright infringement is understood as the unauthorized use of another person’s copyrighted work that is protected by copyright law, such as copying, distributing, displaying, or performing the protected work, etc. In which, the copyright owner is usually the creator of the work or the producer or business to whom the copyright is assigned.

There are many examples of video editing that can violate copyright. A common case is the use of scenes from a famous movie without the permission of the producer or copyright owner. Even reaction videos, in which users edit the original video and add their own reactions, can be considered infringement if not approved. In addition, creating a music mashup by combining multiple songs from different artists without permission is also an act of infringement. Clips from TV shows or documentaries cannot be edited without the consent of the broadcasting unit. Creating a video compilation from multiple sources without clearly stating the origin or without permission also poses a risk of copyright infringement.

Article 28 of the Vietnamese Intellectual Property Law specifically stipulates 16 acts that are considered copyright infringement. Organizations and individuals who commit one of the above acts may be subject to civil, administrative or criminal penalties depending on the level and nature of the act.

Pursuant to Clause 4, Article 19 of the Intellectual Property Law, the owner has the right to protect the work he or she creates, including the right to: Protect the integrity of the work, not allowing others to edit, cut or distort the work in any form that harms the honor and reputation of the author.

Thus, comparing the provisions of the law, the act of cutting and editing other people’s video clips must have the consent of the author or copyright owner. Without the consent of others to use or copy their work, any act of cutting, editing, or using images or sounds in their Clips is an act of intellectual property infringement. Therefore, to limit and prevent copyright infringement, authors and owners have the right to request those who cut or edit images to immediately stop infringing their intellectual property rights – copyrights related to posted videos. If the acts of infringers cause material and spiritual damage to them, they can be sued and the Court will force the infringer to compensate them for the damage.

In addition, based on the nature and extent of the act of infringing on the copyright of others, the infringer will be administratively fined from 3 to 5 million VND and at the same time will be subject to remedial measures such as removing edited Clips and publicly correcting them on mass media.

Above is the article “Is video editing a copyright infringement?” that VCD sends to you. We hope this article is useful to you.

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