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JSD MUSIC EDU ACADEMY — EST. 2026

PRACTICAL TRAINING
FOR CAREERS
IN MUSIC.

Not theory. Not inspiration. The actual mechanics of music distribution, royalties, rights, and release strategy — taught by people who do it every day.

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First cohort opens Q2 2026 — applications now open
WHO IT'S FOR
BUILT FOR
SERIOUS INDEPENDENTS.
Independent Artists
  • Distribute music correctly
  • Collect every royalty owed
  • Plan releases that convert
Label & Manager Teams
  • Build roster infrastructure
  • Understand rights and splits
  • Manage catalog at scale
Producers & Songwriters
  • Register publishing correctly
  • Collect mechanicals
  • Navigate sync opportunities
HOW YOU LEARN
4 WAYS TO
LEARN WITH JSD.
LIVE
COHORT.

A structured 4–6 week program with live sessions, real accountability, and direct access to the JSD team. Built for artists and label teams who want to move — not just learn.

4–6 weeks of live instruction
Max 20 students per cohort
Capstone project + JSD credential
COHORT INCLUDES
  • 9 modules + live capstone project reviewed by JSD team
  • Weekly live sessions with Q&A and workshopping
  • Peer cohort — max 20 students, application-gated
  • All templates, checklists, and workbooks included
  • Private community channel for the cohort duration
  • JSD Certified — Release Ready credential on completion
APPLY FOR COHORT →BROWSE CATALOG
CORE CURRICULUM
9 MODULES.
ZERO FLUFF.
MODULE 01
Release Strategy & Rollout
Timelines, pre-save mechanics, content calendars, DSP delivery windows, and week-by-week release planning that converts attention into outcomes.
COREVIDEO + WORKBOOKTEMPLATE
MODULE 02
Metadata & Catalog Control
ISRC and UPC codes, publishing splits, writing metadata for discovery, rights-aware tagging, and building a catalog that earns every cent it's owed.
CORETEMPLATECHECKLIST
MODULE 03
Royalties & Rights 101
PROs, IPI numbers, mechanicals, performance royalties, synchronization rights, and revenue flows — understanding who pays, when, and how to collect.
COREVIDEOQUIZ
MODULE 04
Distribution & Partner Routing
How to evaluate distribution partners, what JSD's routing workflow looks like, delivery checklists, and how to avoid common upload mistakes that cost royalties.
CORECHECKLISTWORKSHEET
MODULE 05
Playlisting, Radio & DJ Outreach
Credible pitch writing, outreach cadence, editorial vs. independent playlist strategy, radio submission formats, and building DJ relationships that open doors.
PITCH LABTEMPLATEVIDEO
MODULE 06
Marketing & Audience Growth
Content stacks, UGC strategy, organic growth tactics, and the intelligent blend of paid and owned media for artists who want real fans, not inflated numbers.
VIDEOWORKBOOKTEMPLATES
MODULE 07
Legal Basics & Contracts
Reading distribution agreements, understanding split sheets, sync licensing basics, what to look for in a deal, and when to escalate to a legal partner.
WORKSHEETSPLIT SHEETREFERRAL
MODULE 08
Bookings, Monetization & Opportunities
Live revenue structures, sync deal basics, brand partnership frameworks, and the opportunity pathways most independent artists overlook.
VIDEOWORKSHEETCHECKLIST
MODULE 09
Career Management & Catalog Strategy
Catalog-first thinking, drip scheduling, re-release strategy, back-catalog monetization, and building a music business that compounds in value over time.
STRATEGYWORKBOOKVIDEO
COHORT ONLY — MODULE 10
CAPSTONE
PROJECT.

Create a complete release plan and artist pitch deck. Reviewed live by the JSD team with commentary and potential promo consideration. The closest thing to a real A&R session you'll find in an academy setting.

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COURSE CATALOG
WHAT'S
ENROLLABLE NOW.

Four focused courses, sorted from free to paid. Start wherever makes sense for you.

ON-DEMAND AVAILABLE NOW
Music Distribution
Everything you need to distribute your music correctly — DSP delivery, metadata, release windows, and how to avoid the mistakes that silently cost you royalties.
How distribution pipelines work (DSPs, aggregators)
Release checklist + delivery timeline template
Common upload mistakes that kill streams
JSD Starter Toolkit (4 templates) included
Self-pacedVideo + WorkbookTemplates Included
FREE — No card required
ENROLL FREE →
ON-DEMAND AVAILABLE NOW
Music Registration
Register your music properly and start collecting every royalty you're owed — PROs, IPI numbers, ISRC, UPC, and how to register across all major collection societies worldwide.
PRO registration walkthrough (ASCAP, BMI, CISAC)
IPI/CAE number setup and artist profile verification
ISRC + UPC assignment and metadata standards
Registration checklist template included
Self-paced6 Video ModulesQuiz + Certificate
$50 one-time
ENROLL NOW →
ON-DEMAND AVAILABLE NOW
Music Publishing
Understand publishing rights, collect mechanicals and performance royalties, and protect your catalog so your music keeps generating income long after release day.
Publishing deals decoded: admin, co-pub, full publishing
Mechanical royalties: collection walkthrough
Performance vs. sync vs. mechanical — the full picture
Publishing agreement review worksheet included
Self-paced8 Video ModulesWorksheet Included
$100 one-time
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ON-DEMAND AVAILABLE NOW
Music Licensing
Get your music placed in film, TV, ads, and games. Learn how sync licensing works, how to pitch to music supervisors, and how to negotiate placement deals that pay.
Sync licensing mechanics: master + sync rights
Music supervisor pitch strategy + outreach templates
Deal terms: fee structures, exclusivity, backend royalties
Sync pitch template + licensing deal checklist included
Self-paced10 Video ModulesAdvanced Level
$150 one-time
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FREE DOWNLOAD — NO ENROLLMENT REQUIRED
Music Split Sheet Template
The songwriter split documentation template used by JSD-managed artists. DOCX, editable, with instructions. Protect every collaborator before a release goes live.
DOWNLOAD FREE
FREE RESOURCES
TOOLS EVERY
ARTIST NEEDS.

No enrollment required. Download all 4 course modules and the split sheet template — free.

Module 1 — Music Distribution
PDF · Distribution channels, deal types, metadata & platform strategies
↓ PDF
Module 2 — Music Registrations
PDF · ISRC/ISWC codes, PROs, MROs & the metadata crisis
↓ PDF
Module 3 — Music Licensing
PDF · License types, global strategies & negotiation tactics
↓ PDF
Module 4 — Music Publishing
PDF · Copyright, publisher roles, publishing deals & emerging tech
↓ PDF
Split Sheet Template MOST REQUESTED
PDF · Songwriter split documentation — protect every collaborator before release
↓ PDF
ENROLLMENT & PRICING
TRANSPARENT.
ALWAYS.

Four courses. One entry point is free. Pay only for what you need.

MUSIC DISTRIBUTION
FREE
No card · No catch
  • Full distribution course (video + workbook)
  • JSD Starter Toolkit — 4 templates
  • Release checklist + delivery guide
  • Free split sheet template download
ENROLL FREE →
Email only. No spam, ever.
MUSIC REGISTRATION
$50
One-time · Lifetime access
  • 6 video modules — self-paced
  • PRO registration walkthrough
  • ISRC, UPC, and IPI setup guide
  • Registration checklist + quiz + certificate
ENROLL — $50
Secure checkout. Full refund within 7 days.
MUSIC PUBLISHING
$100
One-time · Lifetime access
  • 8 video modules — self-paced
  • Mechanicals + performance royalties
  • Publishing deal types explained
  • Agreement review worksheet + certificate
ENROLL — $100
Secure checkout. Full refund within 7 days.
MUSIC LICENSING
$150
One-time · Lifetime access
  • 10 video modules — self-paced
  • Sync licensing mechanics (master + sync)
  • Music supervisor pitch strategy
  • Pitch template + deal checklist + certificate
ENROLL — $150
Secure checkout. Full refund within 7 days.
Completing any course does not guarantee, imply, or constitute an offer of distribution services, playlist placement, or any commercial arrangement with JSD. Apply for distribution separately at jsd.co/apply.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
REAL QUESTIONS,
REAL ANSWERS.
Who should join the Academy? +
Any independent artist, label team, producer, DJ, or music creative who wants to understand how the industry actually works — from metadata and royalties to release strategy and distribution. Prior releases are not required, but some real-world musical activity helps you apply the material faster.
How much time per week? +
Cohort students should plan for 3–5 hours per week — including live sessions, async lessons, and project work. On-demand courses are self-paced; individual modules average 30–60 minutes. 1:1 Advisory is a single session — no ongoing time commitment.
Do I need prior releases to join? +
No. The curriculum is designed to be practical whether you're about to release your first track or managing a catalog of 100 records. That said, you'll get the most out of it if you have a release in progress or planned — the skills apply immediately.
Will JSD distribute my music if I complete a course? +
No. Completing an Academy course does not guarantee distribution through JSD. Distribution is a separate application process. The Academy equips you to be distribution-ready — but acceptance is evaluated independently.
How are scholarships awarded? +
Scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated potential, financial need, and alignment with JSD's mission. Applications are reviewed jointly by JSD and Genius Wave Studio. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a brief interview. 3–5 seats are available per cohort on a rolling basis.
What payment methods are accepted? +
Card (Visa, Mastercard), bank transfer, and invoice (for label teams). Payment plans are available for cohort enrollment — contact us before enrolling. Full refund available within 7 days of enrollment if no content has been accessed.
Is this legal advice? +
No. Nothing in the Academy constitutes legal advice. Our Legal Basics module covers how to read and understand common music agreements and when to seek qualified legal counsel. We refer students to vetted legal partners where appropriate — we do not practice law.
Is there a certificate? +
Yes — cohort graduates receive a JSD Certified — Release Ready credential as a shareable PDF, issued within 48 hours of capstone submission. On-demand course completions receive a module completion badge. Credentials do not imply distribution partnership with JSD.
Important: Completion of any JSD Academy course does not guarantee, imply, or constitute an offer of distribution services, playlist placement, or any commercial arrangement with Jump Street Distribution. Apply separately at jsd.co/apply.
ENROLLMENT & WAITLIST
YOUR SEAT
STARTS HERE.
JOIN THE
ACADEMY
WAITLIST.

Tell us who you are and what you want to learn. Priority access goes to JSD community members, partner-label affiliates, and scholarship applicants. All submissions are reviewed — not automated.

Data protected — GDPR-compliant
Response within 48–72 hours
Priority for cohort-ready & label-affiliated applicants
No spam — one confirmation, then relevant updates only
Completion does not guarantee distribution — apply separately. Priority given to cohort-ready and label-affiliated applicants.