As we traverse through the time, reflecting upon a year since my foray into the intricacies of financing Creative Intellectual Property (IP), it’s evident that the world of creative IP remains expansive, pulsating with potential, and ever-relevant. Allow me to be your guide through the twists and turns of this dynamic landscape, providing a comprehensive update that promises to excite and captivate.
In this exploration of Indonesia’s IP-based economy, our spotlight is firmly fixed on the growth and evolution of IP in the social media arena. Specifically, we delve into the realms of copyright, trademark, and the diverse creations that emerge from the vibrant tapestry of Indonesian talents. The canvas we paint extends beyond conventional boundaries, focusing on character IPs—like those found in comics—where the journey from Instagram to animations and merchandise is just the beginning.
Within this creative renaissance, INFIA, the entity at the forefront of this creative revolution, doesn’t confine its focus solely to comic character IPs. It extends its purview to other forms, notably media. Through a proven IP management method, media platforms such as INFIApop and Volix have evolved into IPs with robust audiences and fervent fans. This evolution from media, podcasts, and news to fully-fledged IPs isn’t just a success story; it’s a blueprint for creative triumph.
Yet, the transformational power of IPs is not restricted to the digital realm alone. Even events, in their ephemeral nature, can transcend into Intellectual Property. Jakarta Sneaker Day (JSD) exemplifies this transformation, transcending its event origins to become the largest sneakers gathering in South Asia as the 96 thousand visitors have made it happened. As we don the lens of an IP perspective, JSD evolves from an event to a movement, with potential spanning diverse mediums, from merchandise to placemaking.
At the heart of our discourse lies the transformative journey of intangible capital, evolving from a mere concept to a fully-fledged property. This journey is marked by the acquisition of assets such as positioning, image, and movement, laying a formidable foundation for a myriad of businesses. It is the alchemical process through which ideas become properties, and properties become the backbone of thriving ventures.
Why? one might ask, is this IP development model uniquely suited for the Indonesian landscape? The answer lies in its distinctive feature – a low capital requirement that renders it not only accessible but also remarkably cost-effective. Unlike the capital-intensive models of conventional media, this approach facilitates the flourishing of creative ideas with persistence at its core.
In the Indonesian context, character-based IPs find a welcoming market entry due to their affordability when juxtaposed with international behemoths like Disney. The social media-driven genesis of IPs reduces capital needs, offers unparalleled flexibility, and facilitates easy monetization—qualities often absent in the rigid structures of international IPs.
As we chart this course of transformative entrepreneurship, the key to success in this IP model lies in the stimulation and nurturing of IP pioneers. Through network expansion, mentoring initiatives, and strategic capitalization, the evolving landscape of Indonesia’s IP ecosystem beckons a new era—an era where the potential for income generation remains within swift reach, ushering in a transformative phase in creative entrepreneurship.
In conclusion, our exploration of Indonesia’s creative IP landscape is not merely an observation but a call to action. It is a recognition of the transformative power embedded within the intangible capital of creative ideas, a testament to the vibrant and dynamic spirit of the Indonesian creative community. The journey doesn’t end here; it unfolds as a continuous narrative, where each chapter is an opportunity to unravel new possibilities and redefine the future of creative intellectual property in Indonesia.