The Knockturnal attended a conversation with attorney Shardé Simpson, Esq., at Long Island University’s Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment on November 4, exploring ownership, copyright, and protecting creative work.
Shardé Simpson, Esq., brought a presence you could feel—and warmth that made you feel seen. Raised in Coney Island, Brooklyn, she offered students proof of where Brooklyn-bred focus can lead.
She introduced Hello Wilma, co-founded with attorney Ciara Reed and named for her grandmother. Creatives can customize and export agreement templates and explore educational resources. Simpson offered students free access.
Our phones have become studios. Add lights and a tripod but who owns the work?
Don’t just enter the studio and vibe. Who wrote the song? Split sheets document songwriting shares; master ownership requires another conversation. Understanding copyright and monetization helps us value what we create together.
For students, independent artists, and songwriters, understanding agreements is part of building a creative career. Hello Wilma offers customizable templates and educational resources to help bring ownership, compensation, and collaboration into focus before the next session, signature, or release.
