Artist Onboarding Checklist
Ekumba Entertainment — Creator-First, Business-Ready
Welcome & Introduction
• Receive welcome email/package • Introductory meeting with Ekumba team • Overview of services, expectations, and next steps
Artist Profile Setup
• Submit full legal name + stage name • Provide bio, photos, and branding assets • Share social media links & website (if applicable) • Confirm contact information for management/representatives
Catalog Submission
• Upload all released and unreleased songs • Provide songwriting splits (if applicable) • Provide ISRCs, lyrics, and metadata • Submit contracts or agreements tied to existing works • Submit producer agreements, beat leases, or collab info
Publishing & Rights Registration
• Sign publishing administration agreement • Register or confirm PRO/CMO membership (ASCAP, BMI, SOCAN, etc.) • Verify songwriter & publisher information • Submit copyright filings (if needed) • Ensure all works are properly registered worldwide
Royalty & Payment Setup
• Set up royalty account/dashboard access • Add payment details (bank info, PayPal, etc.) • Choose preferred payment frequency • Review royalty reporting system
Strategy & Planning
• Complete creative discovery session • Share career goals (6-month & 12-month objectives) • Discuss release plans, promotional needs, and collab ideas • Outline sync/licensing direction
Marketing & Branding Tools
• Submit logos, visuals, and design preferences • Review marketing support options • Approve artist profile for Ekumba platforms • Prepare for upcoming content shoots or promotional assets
Mental & PerforContractual & Legal Adminmance Training
• Review agreements with dedicated support • Sign all onboarding documents • Confirm ownership of submitted works • Provide IDs or documents required for compliance
Communication Setup
• Join artist communication channels (email, Whatsapp, etc.) • Assign primary contact for support • Schedule follow-up meeting dates
Final Activation
• Artist profile goes live in Ekumba’s system • Catalog officially registered • Royalty tracking active • Onboarding completed — partnership begins!
