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Blog

What Is a Brand Library (and Why Every Brand Needs One)
Every brand today is a storyteller—and for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, that story moves fast. With visuals scattered across platforms and licensing rights slowing them down, AJC needed a better way to organize, reuse, and scale their creative content. Partnering with their agency Dagger, they turned to Catch+Release to build a Brand Library: one central, rights-cleared hub that keeps creativity flowing and campaigns moving at the speed of culture.

Why Does Finding Content Still Feel So Hard?
We are an elite team of clearance specialists who are uniquely skilled at securing licenses to some of the world’s most exclusive content. From celebrity baby pictures to major league highlight reels. From stadium anthems to pictures of the coliseum. With the utmost discretion. And a industry-leading indemnification.
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Introducing Prestige Licensing: The Red Carpet of Content Clearance
We are an elite team of clearance specialists who are uniquely skilled at securing licenses to some of the world’s most exclusive content. From celebrity baby pictures to major league highlight reels. From stadium anthems to pictures of the coliseum. With the utmost discretion. And a industry-leading indemnification.
eBooks

Why Human Made Content? 5 Things To Consider Before Diving In
Humans have always connected through content. In this e-book, the content licensing experts at Catch+Release make the case for why Human Made content can be more effective than stock - or even original production. This is the guide for modern marketers who are interested in adding more humanity to their campaigns.
Masterclass
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AICP Lunch & Learn Presented by Catch+Release
Campaign budgets are set and paid media is secured. It’s go-time. The brief is ready and now the work begins towards final production. This Lunch + Learn takes a closer look at a Dove-Nike ad that aired on Super Bowl Sunday in Feb 2024, centered on body confidence and self esteem for young girls playing sports. It’s about educating coaches and leaders on how empathy and understanding are critical aspects to building confidence and grit to push through. Hard Knocks has since gained accolades, including numerous Cannes Lion nominations and it secured the 6th highest scoring spot on that Super Bowl Sunday.
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Learn the Art of Curation | Module 2: Advanced Techniques
We will explore the strategic value of curation within the marketing ecosystem, learning how a proactive and continuous curation process can lead to deeper audience engagement, enhanced brand narrative, and ultimately, a more compelling marketing campaign.

Learn the Art of Curation | Module 1: Foundations
There’s been an explosion of creator content in recent years. And smart marketing teams are finding it valuable to gather relevant creator content on an ongoing basis. This creative exercise is known as curation. Historically, many marketers have left curation to their creative partners, like a social media manager or social agency. But the act of curation can unearth insights and give you a deeper understanding of your audience. And, honestly, anyone can do it. So we thought it was time to create a class.
Webinars
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How To: License Content from the Internet (Without Freaking Out Legal)
License content directly from your customers' social fields safely. Join us for real talk about licensing content from wherever you find it. And the best part is, your legal department will love it. With insider tips and expert advice from the licensing team at Catch+Release, this webinar is an event you won’t want to miss.
Videos
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What is Catch+Release? A Quick Overview
Catch+Release is the platform that lets brands and agencies license real content from real people, fast. In this 90-second overview, see how you can search millions of assets (with 40K+ new pieces added daily), build your storyboards, and license internet content with confidence. Featuring AI-powered discovery, real-time clearance estimates, and seamless team collaboration, this is how modern marketers license content at the speed of culture.
Podcasts

Lost in Found: Mike Churchill
In the world of consumer packaged goods, where kitchen table brands are built through compelling stories and creative content, producers are the unsung heroes who bring it all to life. In our latest episode of Lost In Found, we go behind the scenes with Mike Churchill, Executive Producer at General Mills, to explore what it takes to produce high-quality content for some of the world’s most recognizable brands.

Lost in Found: Robert Pascale
In this episode, you’ll learn about Robert’s incredible journey and how he has helped countless creators bring their stories to life. From his time managing photographers for big stock footage companies to his new role helping TikTok influencers maximize their opportunities, Robert has always been bullish on creator content. So of course, Tom was excited to sit down with him and learn more about what makes this “Creator Whisperer” tick.

Lost In Found: Lesly Pyle
We're excited to feature Lesly Pyle, Associate Creative Director and copywriter at TRG, an ad agency in Dallas, Texas. Lesly exemplifies the power of community in the advertising world. She's a connector of people and ideas. With a storied career spanning several prestigious ad agencies and brands (including Apple!), Lesly has a deep well of experiences and relationships.