HIP INC — Intellectual Property Licensing
Licensing
Holter Intellectual Property, Inc. stewards a catalog of characters, worlds, curricula, and narrative technologies. Producers, publishers, educators, and brand partners can license this work through the HIP Boardroom.
Licensable Properties
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Coffy Town
The city, its districts, characters, and canon. License for adaptations, spin-offs, immersive events, and merchandise.
- · Film & TV adaptation
- · Stage productions
- · Themed events
- · Merchandise
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Voices of Foster Care
The Voices of Foster Care initiative, archives, curricula, and community programs.
- · Curriculum licensing
- · Documentary use
- · Nonprofit collaborations
- · Academic research
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Coffy Pop Art
The visual identity of Coffy Town — Coffy Pop Art paintings, character portraits, and scenery.
- · Prints & merchandise
- · Editorial & press
- · Album / book covers
- · Gallery exhibits
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Radio Theater
Coffy Town Radio Theater — audio dramas, scripts, and pimp-noir productions.
- · Podcast syndication
- · Broadcast
- · Adaptation rights
- · Sync licensing
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HIP Noir Engine
The Who Dun It / Noir Creator Engine — a narrative technology for building interactive whodunit experiences.
- · Educational licensing
- · Studio integrations
- · Interactive media
- · White-label deployments
How Licensing Works
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Inquiry
Send a short brief through Contact: what you want to license, intended use, territory, and timeline.
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Terms
The HIP Boardroom reviews your brief and returns a term sheet — scope, fees, credits, and moral-rights protections.
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Agreement
Signed license, kickoff, and asset delivery. Educational and nonprofit uses have simplified paths.
Licensing FAQ
Common questions about eligibility, usage rights, attribution, and the request process.
Eligibility
- Q: Who is eligible to license HIP Intellectual Property?
- A: Licensing is available to individuals, educators, organizations, and production teams who agree to HIP's usage guidelines and complete the licensing request form.
- Q: Are commercial projects allowed?
- A: Yes. Commercial, educational, and community-based projects may be licensed with the appropriate tier.
Usage Rights
- Q: What can I do with licensed HIP content?
- A: You may use approved materials in performances, curricula, digital media, merchandise, or community programming, depending on your license tier.
- Q: Are there restrictions on modification?
- A: Yes. Core characters, canon, and narrative structures must remain intact unless explicit written permission is granted.
- Q: Can I remix or adapt HIP content?
- A: Adaptation is allowed only within the boundaries of your license tier and must preserve original attribution and canon integrity.
Attribution Requirements
- Q: How should I credit HIP Intellectual Property?
- A: All licensed uses must include the attribution: “Created by Jessica Holter, Holter Intellectual Property, Inc.”
- Q: Do digital projects require attribution?
- A: Yes. Attribution must appear in visible text on websites, apps, videos, and social media posts using licensed content.
- Q: Can I use the HIP logo?
- A: Logo usage requires explicit approval and must follow HIP brand guidelines.
General Licensing Process
- Q: How do I request a license?
- A: Submit the Licensing Request Form and describe your intended use. HIP will review eligibility and respond with the appropriate tier and terms.
- Q: How long does approval take?
- A: Most requests are reviewed within 5–7 business days.
Ready to license?
Reach the HIP Boardroom directly for rights, terms, and partnerships.
