Free Content Creator Agreement Template
Content Creator Agreement
This Content Creator Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of this [EFFECTIVE DATE] (the "Effective Date") by and between [YOUR COMPANY NAME], a content creation company with its principal offices at [YOUR COMPANY ADDRESS] ("Company"), and [CLIENT'S NAME], a client with the address at [CLIENT'S ADDRESS] ("Client").
1. Definitions
Under the clauses specified within this agreement, it should be understood and noted that any subsequent terms and provisions will be interpreted, defined, and comprehended by the specific definitions and meanings that have been comprehensively assigned to them in the forthcoming sections of this document:
1.1 Content: The term 'refer collectively' as used in this agreement, designates and includes all articles, videos, graphics, digital content, and any other forms of materials or content that are generated, composed, or produced by the individual or entity noted as the 'Creator' specifically for the organization or entity referred to as the 'Client/Platform' under the terms, conditions, rules, stipulations, and requirements of this existing agreement.
1.2 Platform: This sentence is referring to the digital platform, which is owned and operated solely by the Client. On this platform, the Content will be published or distributed for further use or access by others.
1.3 Effective Date: This refers to the specific date upon which this Agreement becomes legally binding and enforceable between the Client/Platform and the Creator. It marks the official commencement of the contractual relationship outlined herein. This date signifies the point at which both parties are obligated to fulfill their respective rights and obligations as detailed in the Agreement.
1.4 Intellectual Property Rights: The items to be included in these provisions extend to cover all patents, whether they are utility, design, or plant patents, as well as copyrights, which protect original works of authorship. Additionally, trademarks, which may include any word, name, symbol, device, or any combination thereof that is legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product, are incorporated. Further, trade secrets, which can encompass formulas, practices, designs, patterns, or compilations of information, that are not generally known or reasonably ascertainable, that hold economic value from not being publicly known and the businesses actively keep them secret should also be included. Moreover, any other types of proprietary rights, whether they're intellectual, commercial, or legal rights over creations of the mind, will also be encompassed herein, as recognized under the laws of any jurisdiction, which could include local, national, or international laws.
2 Engagement
2.1 Client/Platform Engagement: The client is hereby engaging the services of the creator with the primary role and responsibility to create content that will be published on the platform. This engagement, including all work to be performed and obligations to be fulfilled by the creator, will be subject to the terms and conditions as detailed and outlined in this document.
2.2 Creator's Responsibilities: The individual or entity that has been designated as the Creator agrees that they will undertake the task of creating and delivering the specific Content to the other party, which is identified as the Client or Platform. The exact details and specifications for this content have been provided and there has been mutual agreement from both the Creator and the Client/Platform regarding these specifications.
3 Content Creation
3.1 Specifications: The client is mandated to furnish us with detailed specifications for each content piece. These specifications are not limited to but will certainly include the format in which the content should be presented, the particular topic or subject matter that the content should address the exact length which could involve a specific word count or dimension, and any other requirements that might be specifically relevant - these could encompass stylistic guidelines, specific language or jargon to be used, or perhaps certain restrictions and stipulations related to the content.
3.2 Originality: The individual or entity responsible for the creation of the content, henceforth referred to as 'The Creator', hereby provides a warranty, a formal assurance, declaring that all of the Content they provide will be of the original creation. Furthermore, The Creator guarantees that the said Content will not infringe, violate, or trespass upon the Intellectual Property Rights that are rightfully owned by any third-party individuals or organizations.
3.3 Revisions: The Client reserves the right to request modifications, alterations, or changes that they consider necessary or reasonable to the Content that has been produced. In response to such requests, the Creator accepts and concurs with carrying out those desired revisions, promising to do so with both expedience and diligence, confirming that they will approach the revision process quickly and with a deep sense of thorough professionalism.
4. Ownership and Rights
4.1 Ownership: Under the terms stipulated in this Agreement, the Client shall maintain full ownership and control of all Intellectual Property Rights associated with the Content generated or created, ensuring that no intellectual property infringement occurs.
4.2 License: The Client has been given a license by the Creator, which is non-exclusive. This means it is accessible across the globe, free of any royalties that might otherwise be due. As part of this license agreement, the Client is permitted to use the Content as they see fit.
5. Compensation
5.1 Payment: As a form of appreciation and payment for the services that the Creator is going to provide, it has been agreed upon that the Client will pay a certain fee to the Creator. This agreed fee is not arbitrary and is detailed in Exhibit A, which is attached alongside this agreement for reference and clarity. The Client hereby agrees to make this payment as part of their commitment to this contractual agreement.
5.2 Payment Terms: The Creator is required to submit a valid invoice, following which, the payment should be enacted. The payment process is expected to be accomplished within 30 days, starting from the day the valid invoice is received.
6. Confidentiality
6.1 Obligation: Both parties that are involved in this Agreement are in complete accord that they shall maintain confidentiality of all the information that the other party discloses which is not available to the general public. These confidentiality measures will be applied and enforced during the entire duration or term of this Agreement.
6.2 Exceptions: The obligations of confidentiality will not apply to any information that fits the following criteria: firstly, if the information in question is or becomes openly accessible to the public not as a result of a breach of this Agreement; secondly, if the receiving party was rightfully aware of the information before its formal disclosure; or finally, if the receiving party has developed the information independently and without any reference to the confidential information of the party that disclosed it initially.
7. Term and Termination
7.1 Term: This Agreement will begin on the date it becomes effective, also known as the Effective Date, and it will carry on until it is terminated, which will occur by the termination provisions provided within the terms of this Agreement.
7.2 Termination: If any provision of this Agreement is materially breached, both parties involved retain the right to bring an end to this Agreement. However, this termination of the agreement must follow the specific notice period, for example, 30 days. Additionally, they are obligated to inform the other party in writing about their intention to terminate the agreement in such circumstances.
8. Miscellaneous
8.1 Entire Agreement: This Agreement stands as the complete and comprehensive agreement among the involved parties about the subject matter addressed within. It overtakes and replaces any previous agreements and understandings that may have been in place, whether these were documented in writing or agreed upon orally, before this current Agreement, or even during the same period.
8.2 Governing Law: This Agreement, in all respects, shall be overseen, governed, interpreted, and construed by the laws outlined in the jurisdiction explicitly specified within the text of this contract.
8.3 Amendments: Any changes, adjustments, or alterations to the terms of this Agreement must be rendered in a written format, and these changes must be officially ratified through the process of being signed by both parties involved in this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, The parties involved in this agreement have officially executed and formalized this Agreement on the Effective Date that was first written above.
[YOUR NAME]
[DATE SIGNED]
[CLIENT'S NAME]
[DATE SIGNED]
