Free Producer Agreement Form Template
Producer Agreement Form
I. The Parties
This Producer Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on
WHEREAS, the Producer is engaged in the business of providing production services, and has the experience, expertise, and resources necessary to perform the services required by the Client;
WHEREAS, the Client desires to retain the Producer to provide such services for specific projects under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement;
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to set forth their respective rights and obligations in connection with the services to be provided by the Producer;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, the Parties agree as follows:
II. Term and Termination
A. Term
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date first set forth above and shall continue in full force and effect until all services outlined in this Agreement have been completed, unless earlier terminated by either Party in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. This Agreement may be renewed or extended upon mutual written consent of the Parties. The Parties agree to review the terms periodically to ensure compliance with the intended purpose of this Agreement. The Producer is expected to adhere to the timeline provided by the Client, and any adjustments to the schedule must be communicated in writing. All changes to the term or renewal periods must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
B. Termination
Either Party may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice to the other Party under the following conditions:
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If the other Party commits a material breach of any term of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within
Number days of receiving notice of the breach. -
If the Client fails to pay the amount due under the terms of this Agreement and does not rectify this failure within
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If either Party becomes insolvent, bankrupt, or enters into any arrangement or compromise with creditors.
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Upon mutual written agreement by both Parties to terminate the Agreement.
III. Project
The Producer shall provide the following services in accordance with the project details agreed upon by the Parties. The specific terms of the project are as follows:
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IV. Payment
The total amount payable by the Client for the services rendered under this Agreement shall be
The remaining balance will be paid in installments corresponding to the completion of each milestone as detailed in Section III, within
V. Intellectual Property
All intellectual property created, developed, or produced by the Producer in connection with the services provided under this Agreement shall be the exclusive property of the Client, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Parties. The Producer agrees to transfer all rights, title, and interest in any such intellectual property to the Client. The Producer warrants that all work produced is original and does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights. The Producer agrees to indemnify and hold the Client harmless against any claims, damages, or losses arising from any alleged infringement. The Client shall have the exclusive right to use, modify, reproduce, and distribute the intellectual property as deemed appropriate.
VI. Confidentiality
A. Confidential Information
The Parties acknowledge that during the course of this Agreement, they may have access to confidential information belonging to the other Party. Such information shall be clearly marked as confidential and shall not be disclosed to any third party without the express written consent of the disclosing Party. Confidential information may include but is not limited to, trade secrets, business plans, marketing strategies, financial data, and client lists. The receiving Party agrees to take all reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality of such information.
B. Obligations
Each Party agrees to use the confidential information only for the purposes outlined in this Agreement. The receiving Party shall not disclose, reproduce, or otherwise use any confidential information for its own benefit or the benefit of any third party without the prior written consent of the disclosing Party. The receiving Party shall ensure that its employees, agents, and subcontractors who have access to confidential information are bound by similar obligations of confidentiality.
C. Exclusion
Confidential information does not include information that is already in the public domain, was known to the receiving Party prior to disclosure, or is independently developed by the receiving Party without reference to the disclosing Party’s confidential information. If disclosure is required by law, the receiving Party must notify the disclosing Party in writing prior to such disclosure.
VII. Independent Contractor
The Producer is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, or representative of the Client. The Producer shall have no authority to bind the Client in any manner or incur any obligations on behalf of the Client unless specifically authorized in writing. The Producer is solely responsible for the payment of all taxes, insurance, and other costs associated with its operations. This Agreement does not create any partnership, joint venture, or similar relationship between the Parties. The Producer shall be solely responsible for providing all necessary tools, equipment, and resources to perform its services.
VIII. Miscellaneous Provisions
A. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
B. Notifications
All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed duly given if delivered personally or sent by certified or registered mail to the addresses of the Parties set forth at the beginning of this Agreement.
C. Amendment
This Agreement may not be amended or modified except in writing signed by both Parties. Any such amendment or modification must be explicitly stated and signed by both Parties to be effective.
D. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The Parties agree to replace any invalid or unenforceable provision with a valid provision that most closely approximates the intent and economic effect of the invalid provision.
E. Waiver
No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by the waiving Party. A waiver of any breach or default shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach or default.
F. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties regarding the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, understandings, representations, and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to such subject matter.
IX. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
Producer
Name: Date: |
Client
Name: Date: |