Freelance Contract Agreement Template
Freelance Contract Agreement
I. Introduction
This Freelance Contract Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into as of 20th December, 2050, by and between:
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[Your Company Name], a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Colorado, with its principal place of business located at [Your Company Address], represented by [Your Name], Chief Executive Officer (hereinafter referred to as “Employer” or "Party A"); and
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Pearl Bergna, residing at Lincoln, NE 68501 (hereinafter referred to as “Freelancer” or "Party B").
WHEREAS, the Employer desires to hire the Freelancer for specific services, and the Freelancer agrees to perform such services under the terms of this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein, the parties agree as follows:
II. Scope of Work
1. Services
Freelancer agrees to provide the following services (the “Services”) to Employer:
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Content writing for blogs, articles, and marketing material.
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Social media management and content creation.
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Designing promotional materials for online campaigns.
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Other related services as specified by Employer.
2. Deliverables
Freelancer agrees to provide the following deliverables:
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Weekly content drafts for review and approval.
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Monthly report detailing the progress of social media activities.
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Finalized marketing materials after review.
The Freelancer will deliver the above services within the specified deadlines as agreed upon between the parties.
3. Timeline
The Freelancer will begin providing the Services on 20th December, 2050, and will continue to provide the Services until 20th March, 2051, unless earlier terminated by either party.
III. Compensation
1. Payment
Employer agrees to pay Freelancer a total sum of $5,000 for the completion of the Services outlined in this Agreement. Payments will be made in two equal installments of $2,500 each:
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The initial payment is due on December 20, 2050, upon signing this Agreement.
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The second payment is due January 20, 2051, post-deliverable approval.
2. Payment Method
All payments will be made via bank transfer to the following account:
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Bank Name: First National Bank
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Account Number: 1234567890
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Routing Number: 987654321
Freelancer will provide Employer with an invoice upon completion of each payment milestone.
3. Late Payments
If Employer fails to make any payment on the agreed date, a late fee of 5% of the overdue amount will be charged for every 10-day period of delay.
IV. Independent Contractor Status
1. Relationship of the Parties
It is agreed that Freelancer is an independent contractor and not an employee of Employer. Freelancer will have no authority to act on behalf of Employer or bind Employer in any way. This Agreement does not create a joint venture or partnership between the parties.
2. Taxes
Freelancer acknowledges that they are responsible for paying all federal, state, and local taxes, including self-employment taxes, on the compensation received under this Agreement.
3. Insurance
Freelancer is responsible for providing their own insurance, including health insurance and any other necessary coverage.
V. Confidentiality
1. Confidential Information
Freelancer agrees to keep confidential all proprietary and confidential information disclosed by Employer during the term of this Agreement. This includes but is not limited to business strategies, client information, trade secrets, marketing plans, and financial data.
2. Non-Disclosure
Freelancer agrees not to disclose any confidential information to third parties without the prior written consent of Employer.
3. Return of Property
Upon completion of the services or termination of this Agreement, Freelancer will return all property, materials, and documents belonging to Employer, and will not retain copies of any confidential information.
VI. Termination
1. Termination by Employer
Employer may terminate this Agreement at any time, with or without cause, by providing seven (7) days’ written notice to Freelancer. Upon termination, Employer shall pay Freelancer for all Services completed to the date of termination.
2. Termination by Freelancer
Freelancer may terminate this Agreement by providing seven (7) days’ written notice to Employer. Freelancer will be compensated for Services completed up until the termination date.
3. Effect of Termination
Upon termination, Freelancer will immediately cease performing any Services and return all Employer property. Freelancer is entitled to retain any compensation for Services rendered up to the termination date.
VII. Ownership and Intellectual Property
1. Work Product
All work product, including but not limited to designs, written content, materials, and other deliverables, created by Freelancer during the term of this Agreement shall be the sole property of Employer.
2. Assignment of Rights
Freelancer agrees to assign any rights, title, and interest in and to all intellectual property created during the course of performing the Services under this Agreement to Employer.
VIII. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes under this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts located in [Your Company Address], Colorado.
IX. Miscellaneous
1. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.
2. Amendments
This Agreement may only be amended in writing and signed by both parties.
3. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
X. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Freelance Contract Agreement as of the date first written above.
[Your Company Name]
[Your Name], Chief Executive Officer
Date: 20th December, 2050
Pearl Bergna
Pearl Bergna, Freelancer
Date: 20th December, 2050
For any inquiries regarding this Agreement, please contact [Your Name] at [Your Email] or [Your Company Name] at [Your Company Email].
