Learn About Payouts
How you earn money through the Rogue Wave catalog
When you submit your music to the Rogue Wave Productions catalog, it becomes available for licensing by content creators, filmmakers, advertisers, game developers, and businesses worldwide. Every time your track is licensed, you earn a share of the revenue based on your subscription tier.
Revenue Split by Tier
Higher subscription tiers earn you a larger share of every licensing fee. Select a tier to see the breakdown:
The majority goes to you. Our most popular tier for serious creators.
If your track earns $100 in licensing fees, you receive $60.
Submit individual tracks without a subscription. Great for testing the waters.
Entry-level subscription with catalog access. Same split as PAYG but with more tools.
Even split — you and Rogue Wave share equally. Ideal for growing creators.
The majority goes to you. Our most popular tier for serious creators.
Premium creator share for professional studios and prolific producers.
Maximum creator share. For labels, agencies, and high-volume producers.
How It Works
Create Your Music
Use any of SonicVerse's 21 studio tools to write, record, produce, mix, and master your track. AI-generated, natural recordings, or a blend of both — it all qualifies.
Submit to the Catalog
Fill out the submission form with your track details — genre, mood, BPM, tags, and license preference. Upload your mastered audio file and optional cover art.
Quality Review
The Rogue Wave team reviews your submission for audio quality, metadata accuracy, and catalog fit. Most reviews complete within 3–5 business days.
Catalog Listing & Licensing
Approved tracks are listed in the Rogue Wave catalog and made available to licensees worldwide — film, TV, advertising, games, podcasts, social media, and more.
Earn Revenue
Every time your track is licensed, you earn your share based on your subscription tier. Revenue is tracked in real-time on your My Submissions dashboard.
Get Paid
Payouts are processed monthly via direct deposit, PayPal, or wire transfer. Minimum payout threshold is $25. No hidden fees — what you see is what you get.
License Types & Earning Potential
Your music can be licensed in different ways, each with different earning potential. The license type is chosen by the buyer — you set which types you're open to when you submit.
Standard License
$15 – $150Online content, social media, podcasts, small business use. Most common license type.
Premium License
$150 – $2,000TV shows, commercials, large-scale advertising campaigns, and corporate media.
Sync License
$500 – $10,000+Film, television, video games, and media synchronization. High-value placements.
Exclusive License
$1,000 – $50,000+Full exclusive rights transfer. The licensee gets sole usage rights. Highest payout potential.
Earnings Example
Here's what your monthly earnings could look like with just a few licensing events:
| Scenario | License Fee | Starter (40%) | Pro (60%) | Enterprise (70%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Standard licenses | $375 | $150 | $225 | $262 |
| 2 Premium licenses | $1,200 | $480 | $720 | $840 |
| 1 Sync placement | $3,000 | $1,200 | $1,800 | $2,100 |
| 1 Exclusive license | $5,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $3,500 |
Amounts shown are examples. Actual licensing fees vary by buyer, usage scope, and market conditions.
Payout Details
Monthly Payouts
Earnings are calculated at the end of each month and paid out on the 15th of the following month.
$25 Minimum
Minimum payout threshold is $25. If your balance is below $25, it rolls over to the next month automatically.
Payment Methods
Direct deposit (ACH), PayPal, and international wire transfer. Set up your preferred method in account settings.
