Protecting Creator IP in the age of AI

Guidelines and a code of conduct for the responsible use of creator intellectual property across generative AI systems in Europe.

Co-authored by:

TrueRights

&

EIMA
Why it matters

Creators are unprotected.
Brands are exposed.

AI has outpaced the laws that protect identity, likeness and consent.

Images, videos and voices are increasingly used without permission, leaving creators without control and brands exposed to legal and reputational risk.

Across Europe, fragmented laws make compliance even harder.

The Solution

A framework that protects creators’ rights and enables responsible AI licensing.

At its core is a Guidelines and Code of Conduct for Creator IP, complementing existing EU initiatives on copyright and AI, and bridging the gap between emerging technology and established protections.

Seven parts.
One shared baseline.

01

Context & Framework

02

Endorsement & Governance

03

Purpose, Scope & Applicability

04

Stakeholder Responsibilities

05

Consent, Fairness & Duty of Care

06

Technical Infrastructure & Content Protection

07

Compliance & Evolution

Four roles. Shared commitments.

The Code applies to everyone in the AI value chain who creates, licenses, intermediates, or deploys creator IP. Each role carries its own commitments.

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AI platforms & model developers

Obtain explicit, informed consent before using creator IP for training, fine-tuning or AI generation.

Distinguish between training, inference and commercial use, with clear licensing records.

Support verification, traceability and audits, while respecting time-limited, purpose-limited and revocable licences.

Prevent AI outputs that impersonate or falsely represent real people without authorisation.

Brands & commercial users

Use AI systems that respect creator IP rights and licensing terms.

Be transparent about how AI-generated content is created and used commercially.

Use creator IP only as agreed, with fair and proportionate remuneration.

Identify and mitigate legal, ethical and reputational risks, including misleading representation.

Agencies & intermediaries

Act as trusted stewards of creator IP when negotiating AI licences and partnerships.

Help creators understand how their IP may be used, including across borders.

Promote transparency, fair remuneration and accountability across the supply chain.

Report unauthorised or non-compliant AI use.

Creators & rights holders

Make informed decisions when licensing IP for AI use.

Clearly define permitted uses, licence duration and compensation.

Register and document IP to support verification and enforcement.

Work with transparent partners and report unauthorised AI use.

What you're signing up to.

Endorsement is a public statement of leadership. You show creators, talent, and your peers that you respect creators' rights and are helping build a fairer industry, and you gain real, practical advantages in return.

Endorse the Code

What you commit to

A shared baseline of best practice for your role.

Treat creator IP as opt-in

Every use of a creator’s image, voice, performance or likeness must be based on explicit, traceable consent.

Uphold consent, fairness and transparency

Follow the Code’s standards for licensing, fair remuneration and transparency in how content is used and monetised.

Support verification and traceability

Maintain the records and tools needed to verify and audit creator IP use across the AI value chain.

Act in good faith

Participate in the Code’s complaints, annual compliance reviews and mediation process.

What you gain

Recognition as a leader, the trust of creators and a voice in the standard.

Lead the Industry

Be recognised by creators, talent and peers for setting the standard for responsible AI.

Earn creator trust and better partnerships

Show the people you work with that you respect their image, voice and likeness, building stronger, longer-lasting partnerships.

Reduce risk

Stay ahead of evolving regulation with practical guidance on compliance, licensing and benchmarking.

Early and discounted access to TrueRights

Be first to use TrueRates and new TrueRights features at preferential member rates.

Help shape the standard

Contribute through EIMA’s consultation process and stand alongside 300+ member agencies supporting a fairer AI ecosystem.

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Endorsement demonstrates your commitment to accountability, transparency and responsible AI. Your organisation will be listed alongside other signatories below.

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