The examination of the remuneration of creators forms part of the ongoing review of the EU copyright 'acquis'. This study should analyse the applicable legal framework and collect data on the remuneration of authors for the use of their works, including the mechanisms and terms of contracts that have an impact on their remuneration and their bargaining position in the following sectors: books, journalism, scientific/academic journals, translation and visual arts. It should analyse the systems present in 10 Member States in order to assess the remuneration of authors for the online and offline uses of their works and should propose policy options for the future.