Freelance Video Editing Contract Template
Freelance Video Editing Contract
This Video Editing Services Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into this 21st day of March 2050 but shall be effective as of the 1st day of April 2050, by and between [Your Name], an entity having its principal place of business at [Your Company Address] (hereinafter referred to as the "Editor"), and [Client Name], an entity having its principal place of business at [Client Address] (hereinafter referred to as the "Client").
1. SERVICES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Editor agrees to diligently provide high-quality video editing services to the Client, as detailed in Schedule 1 (The Services), employing state-of-the-art techniques and technologies to ensure optimal results.
The Client agrees to furnish all necessary materials to the Editor promptly for the satisfactory completion of the Services, including but not limited to raw footage, scripts, and any specific instructions or preferences.
2. PROJECT COMPLETION
The Editor commits to completing the Services outlined in this Agreement by the agreed-upon completion date stated in Schedule 1, striving to meet or exceed the Client's expectations in terms of quality, creativity, and timeliness.
3. PAYMENTS
In consideration for the Services rendered, the Client shall pay the Editor a total fee of $2000 (USD) as outlined in Schedule 1. Payment shall be made within 30 days of invoice receipt, to be submitted by the Editor upon completion of the Services. Late payments shall incur an interest rate of 1.5% per month on the outstanding balance.
4. CONFIDENTIALITY
Both parties mutually agree to maintain strict confidentiality concerning all information about this Agreement, including but not limited to project details, financial terms, and proprietary techniques or methodologies employed by the Editor.
5. REVISIONS
The Client is entitled to request up to three (3) revisions of the edited video without incurring any additional charges, provided that such revisions fall within the scope of the original project brief and do not constitute a substantial change in direction. Revisions requested beyond this limit may be subject to additional fees, to be agreed upon by both parties in writing before the commencement of the additional work. Any changes requested by the Client after the final approval of the video shall be considered new work and billed accordingly.
6. OWNERSHIP
Upon receipt of full payment of the Fee, ownership rights to the final edited video shall be transferred to the Client, granting them the exclusive right to use, distribute, and modify the video as they see fit.
7. TERMINATION
Either party reserves the right to terminate this Agreement by providing thirty (30) days' written notice to the other party. In the event of termination, the Client shall compensate the Editor for any completed Services up to the date of termination, as well as any reasonable expenses incurred by the Editor about the terminated Services. Upon termination, both parties shall promptly return any materials or assets belonging to the other party and cease all further collaboration. Termination of this Agreement shall not relieve either party of any obligations or liabilities accrued before the effective date of termination.
8. INDEMNIFICATION
Both parties shall indemnify and hold harmless each other, their respective employees, and agents, from and against any liabilities, damages, claims, costs, and expenses arising out of or related to this Agreement, excluding only those arising from gross negligence or willful misconduct.
9. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed by the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved through arbitration in [Arbitration Location], by the rules of the [Arbitration Organization].
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the 21st day of March 2050.
By:[Your Name]
Date:[Date Signed]
[Client Name]
Date:[Date Signed]
