Example image reproduction

A producer of art prints sells a poster featuring a copyright work of visual art from the ProLitteris repertoire for CHF 30. The print run is 500 copies. 

Authors’ rights royalties = 12% of the
retail sales price x number of copies
CHF 15,000 (CHF 30 x 500) x 12% (Payment to ProLitteris)
CHF
1,800

Calculation of the distribution amount for the author (in accordance with the distribution regulations)

Deduction for administrative costs 10% CHF
180
Deduction for culture and social welfare (ProLitteris Welfare
Foundation, ProLitteris Cultural Foundation) 10%
CHF
180
Total distribution amount to the rightful artist CHF
1,440

Caterina Mona (Editor, Director)

"The world we work in is changing rapidly, and we creatives face major challenges. I am grateful to know that Suissimage is committed to protecting our copyrights with competence and passion."
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