_______________, referred to as STATION, and _______________, referred to as ADVERTISER, agree:

ADVERTISER shall purchase from STATION advertising in a total amount of $______ (_________ & ___ /100 dollars) to be utilized as provided in the attached schedule.

STATION agrees that it will accept as payment in full, provision of the following goods and services by ADVERTISER to STATION:
__________________________________________________________________

ADVERTISER shall provide copy for all advertisements a minimum of 3 business days before each scheduled start. STATION shall have the right to reject copy or finished broadcasts.

ADVERTISER will indemnify and hold station harmless from claims of defamation or other advertising injury related to its commercial.

As to all goods or services delivered to STATION shall be of an equivalent quality and value as those provided to other customers. STATION may assign the goods or services to be received to others.

This agreement is non-cancelable by ADVERTISER. In the event that advertiser fails to deliver the products timely as provided, ADVERTISER shall be liable to STATION for the cost of cover and consequential damages, if any, caused by the failure to deliver.

Dated: ______________________

___________________________________________
_______________ by an authorized official

___________________________________________
_______________ by an authorized official

Advertisement Agreement
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This Advertising Agreement can be adapted to many different purchases of media.  It provides the basic format to do so.

1. Make multiple copies.  Give one to the advertiser; keep one in the related file; and keep one in your corporate files.

_______________________, referred to as the EMPLOYER, and ____________________, referred to as the ACTOR, agree:

ACTOR is engaged to perform the part of ___________________________ in a play entitled
_______________________ herein referred to as the “play.” ACTOR warrants that he has had a full opportunity to review the script and directions of the play.

ACTOR shall attend _______________________ rehearsals, as the same are scheduled by the EMPLOYER, and shall participate in the same in good faith and shall fully and professionally cooperate with the directors and producers and other support staff selected by the EMPLOYER. In addition, ACTOR shall participate in such promotional events as may be requested by the EMPLOYER.

The term of employment under this agreement shall be for the run of the play beginning on ________________________ and concluding on _________________________, unless earlier terminated as provided herein, or, unless the production is closed earlier, in which case the agreement shall terminate at the close of the production.

ACTOR grants to EMPLOYER the right to use ACTOR’s name and image in connection with advertising of the play, including the right to use of video and audio clips not exceeding 30 seconds within commercial or promotional material.  ACTOR explicitly gives up any rights to residuals or other payments related to this production being taped, filmed, videoed, or otherwise duplicated and used in the future for any purpose whatsoever.

In consideration of the artist’s services the Manager shall pay to the artist $_____ (________________ & _____/100 dollars) for every performance to be paid weekly.

The services to be performed herein are agreed by the parties to be unique and personal, and ACTOR agrees that he shall be subject to an injunction requiring that the ACTOR refrain from any acting, direction or other employment related to acting or entertainment throughout the world during the term of this agreement except herein.

Prior to the scheduled termination herein, the EMPLOYER in its sole discretion may terminate this contract and pay herein shall end with the performance immediately prior to the termination for: artistic reasons, with the judgment of the EMPLOYER being final; acts, including acts during the personal time of the ACTOR which adversely affect the reputation of the production, with the judgment of the EMPLOYER being final, or, failure of the ACTOR to appear for rehearsal or other commitments provided for herein.

Dated: ________________
________________________________    Social Security Number: ______________
For _______________________ By Actor

_______________________________
For ____________________ By Employer

Employment Agreement, Actors
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This Actor’s Employment Agreement can be used for many similar types of endeavors.  You can modify it for one time employment easily.  The Agreement calls for no residuals or future payments.  This is to protect the Employer from later payments, bookkeeping, and the like.

1. Make multiple copies.  Give one to the Actor; one to the Employer for the project file and another for the Employee file (this agreement sets up the Actor as an “Employee”; if you wish to make them a 1099 Independent Contractor you can do so by inserting that language in the text).
2. If a 1099 Contractor, “Actor agrees that they shall work as an Independent Contractor for Employer and be responsible for all taxes thereto.”  This language should be inserted at the end of the above agreement.
3. In these circumstances, if the Actor does a one-time job being an Independent Contractor is totally justified.  The longer the work continues the more the Actor is functioning like an employee and the more risk the Employer would take on by paying them as a 1099 Independent Contractor.  If in doubt, consult your accountant on this matter.  The IRS is very skeptical of Independent Contractor status when the individual is under the direct control of an Employer.  They are even more skeptical if that relationship continues over a period of time.  Be so advised.

For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, __________________________________________________ (Name & Address) (“Releaser”), I hereby give, consent, and forever grant to _______________________ (Name & Address) (“Manufacturer”), its representatives, licensees, marketers, and any other related parties or publishers of its promotional materials and their successors and assigns, the right to use, publish and copyright my picture, portrait or likeness, in video and film format, in whole or part, including alterations, modifications, derivations, and composite thereof, in CDs, films, advertising and similar such promotions and renditions throughout the world.  This right shall include the right to combine my likeness with others and to alter my likeness by digital or other means.

Releaser also hereby releases Manufacturer and such other parties from any obligation to make any payment hereunder or from any other liability incurred in connection with the use of any the materials described above.   Releaser acknowledges his or her full and complete satisfaction with the terms of this Release.

___________________________                ________________________
Releaser                            Manufacturer

Date: ______________________

If the Releaser is less than 18 years of age, the following should be filled out.

_______________________________ (Name and Address) (“Parent/Legal Guardian”), hereby warrant that I am the  _______________________ (Parent or Legal Guardian) of ______________________ (Name of minor subject to this Agreement), a minor, and have full authority to authorize the above Release, which I have read and approved.  I hereby release and agree to indemnify the licensed parties and their respective successors and assigns, from and against any and all liability arising out of the exercise of the rights granted by the above Talent and Model Release.

_____________________________                    _________________
Releaser’s Parent or Legal Guardian                    Date

Talent and Model Video and Film Release
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1.    This Talent and Model Release form should be used only to obtain consent for the photographic, video, and film and likeness issues as listed in the Agreement.   As a practical matter, you should have this document signed prior to any video, film, or photo sessions and certainly prior to any use of the Releaser’s photo or likeness in these media.  Have several copies so any adjustments can be made and initialed on the spot, such as payment being given or arranged on the spot when enthusiasm is high for the project at hand and the individual geared up to do the work.

2.    If the Releaser is a minor, under 18 as a rule, be sure the parent or legal guardian also signs to acknowledge consent.  Be sure to get this agreement in advance of any video, film, photo, or other such activities commence, since not doing so opens you up to substantial liability if you choose to use the materials.

3.  The Manufacturer should keep the original signed Release.  A photocopy should be given to the person giving the consent for his or her records.  If a minor is involved, give one copy to the minor and another separately to the parent or legal guardian.

4.   We suggest you keep a separate copy of the signed agreement with the paperwork accompanying the product development and final records themselves.  This extra step can save you a substantial amount of time when this data must be reviewed, especially in a large financial transaction, audit, or similar activity, such as the sale of your company.

Dated: ___________ Purchase order number: ____________
Advertising dates: _____________ to _______________

TO: _______________________________
Attention: ________________________
___________________________________
___________________________________

FROM:    _____________________________
Contact person:    ___________________
Telephone number:    _________________
___________________________________
___________________________________

TOTAL VALUE OF THIS PURCHASE ORDER:  $__________ (_________________________________________________&___/100 dollars)

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF PURCHASE ORDER:  Acceptance of this order must be by return of a signed copy of this form by an officer of ____________. Do not attach additional terms without prior telephone clearance from ____________. An affidavit of performance must be provided within thirty days of the conclusion of the last advertisement. ______________ may request a weekly or monthly confirmation of proper performance. If advertising materials are to be prepared by ____________, the same must be provided for approval at least three working days prior to the deadline for first advertising to run. PARTIAL ACCEPTANCE IS NOT PERMITTED. If unable to provide all advertising specified, contact ____________ immediately. Billings must reference the purchase order number and date. Periodic billing is permitted, not more frequently than every ____ days. Alterations or additions to this flight must be confirmed by an amended purchaser order. If advertising materials are provided by ______________, they must be returned unless otherwise noted after the last advertisement.

TERMS: __________________________
SEE ATTACHED SHEET FOR SPECIFICATIONS OF PURCHASE

____________________________________
____________ by an authorized officer

Advertising Purchase Order
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  Using this form nails down the exact terms of any advertising you do.  If used regularly, it also provides evidence of its being the standard and normal procedure for your company.  This can be helpful if you receive any bills for any advertising not authorized by you—since you would normally have this agreement in place.  In other words, in challenging such a charge, you can maintain that you always sign these kinds of agreements.  If this is in fact the case, most courts will uphold your defense accordingly.

1. Make multiple copies.  Keep one in the file of the advertiser source and another in a master file for all advertising agreements.
2. If you are the advertiser, you are wise to get these agreements signed so there can be no dispute as to your authority to act on behalf of the customer and bill them accordingly.
3. Modify the form to fit the exact needs of the advertising you are doing.

_________________________, referred to as ENGINEER, and _________________________, referred to as STATION, agree:

ENGINEER shall perform the following services for STATION:
____________________________________________________________

The ENGINEER shall be paid a flat fee of $ ____ (___________________ & _____/100 dollars) for the services described herein, plus parts.

Hours in excess of daily, or after ________________ or before ___________________, shall be compensated at a rate of ______________% percent of the regular rate.

Payment shall be due as follows:
_______________________________________

Interest at the rate of _________ percent shall be due per month which any invoice is outstanding beyond the terms stated herein.

The ENGINEER warranties that work performed shall meet Federal Communications Commission regulations and shall constitute good workmanship.

***NO WARRANTY is provided on parts, except for any warranty which
may be provided by the manufacturer or distributor of the product.***

STATION grants to ENGINEER a mechanic’s lien upon any and all equipment or other tangible goods entrusted to ENGINEER to secure the prompt payment of all sums due from the STATION to the ENGINEER. In addition, ENGINEER is granted a security interest in any equipment which charges related to the installation, sale, repair or maintenance of the same are due until the same are paid.

In the event of a failure to pay when due, and upon fifteen (15) days written notice of an intention to do so, which the parties agree shall be considered reasonable notice, ENGINEER may offer for public or prior sale equipment subject to the lien granted herein. In the event that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to pay the sums due, then the STATION shall be responsible to ENGINEER for any deficiency balance.

STATION appoints ENGINEER as its attorney in fact to execute a financing statement or other notices or documents necessary or deemed necessary by STATION to perfect its lien provided for herein.

STATION agrees to pay all costs of collection and reasonable attorneys fees incurred by ENGINEER in the collection of sums due hereunder.

Any disputes related to or arising out of this agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration, before a single arbiter, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Dated: __________________________

______________________________________________________
_________________________________ By Engineer

______________________________________________________
_________________________ By Station

Engineering Service Agreement
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This Engineering Agreement can be adapted to most technical jobs done in the Engineering area that relate to media production such as software development and the like.  If an Engineer or small Engineering firm, use this document to firm up details before doing an engagement, to assure payment and proper collection if payment is not made.

1.  Make multiple copies.  Give one to the Engineer or their firm; one for the specific file; keep one in the corporate files.

____________ and ______________ herewith agree:

That the parties hereto are joint authors of a copyrightable work entitled:
_______________________________ (“Work”) which was completed on or about ___________. This agreement shall be binding on the successors, heirs and assigns of the joint authors.

Work was registered with the U.S. Copyright Office, and given certificate number ___________________.

Each party hereto, provided that proper credit is given may use portions of this work, not exceeding ____ words, in any future work by joint author. Further, each may use this work as a basis for a new derivative work. Proper credit shall consist of stating prominently in the work “portions reprinted with permission of ____________ (the other party) and ______________, from their copyright work, ___________, copyright ______, all rights reserved.

Either author may authorize reprinting of work in non-commercial academic journals or presses, provided that proper credit is given for the use. Proper credit shall consist of stating prominently in the work “portions reprinted with permission of ____________ and ______________, from their copyright work, ___________, copyright ______, all rights reserved.

All exploitation of this work for commercial advantage shall require unanimous consent of the parties. Any royalties or other consideration shall be equally divided among the co-authors.

Each co-author grants to the other co-author the right of first refusal to sell their interest in the copyright. Either co-author shall have the right to purchase the same on the same bona fide conditions and terms as may be negotiated between the other author and the prospective purchaser. The co-author exercising the right of first refusal shall have thirty days after notice to accept the same, and an additional 15 days after acceptance to close and make final payment.

Dated: ____________________________

_____________________________________________
Author

_____________________________________________
Author

Joint Author’s Agreement
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This is a simple non-intimidating agreement to protect and preserve the rights of parties co-authoring any work of intellectual property.  It can be used for fiction, nonfiction, software, and a host of other such projects.

1. Make multiple copies.  Be sure each party has an original.  Keep a copy with the project file.

________________________, referred to as AUTHOR, and ________________________, referred to as PUBLISHER, agree:

TITLE AND CONTENT OF WORK

AUTHORS shall prepare and deliver to PUBLISHER a manuscript for a book to be entitled: _________________________ provided that the title to the same may be changed by the PUBLISHER on agreement with the AUTHOR, but AUTHOR’s consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.

AUTHOR shall deliver two complete copies of the manuscript on 8.5” by 11” double spaced type written pages, and if available on IBM-PC compatible disk in ASCII format. The manuscript shall be of an approximate length of _______ words, but, with illustrations and other material, shall not exceed ______ published pages.

The delivered manuscript shall be due on no later than __________________________.

AUTHOR warrants that the text so delivered is original material of the AUTHOR and does not infringe on any copyright or agreement to which the AUTHOR is party. AUTHOR may include in the manuscript copyright material from others. AUTHOR shall clearly identify such portions of the work and AUTHOR shall furnish proof satisfactory to the PUBLISHER that permission has been obtained for such use, or is a fair use under the copyright code. In the event that material prepared by the United States Government is contained in the book, AUTHOR shall identify the same.

The PUBLISHER shall have the right to make reasonable editorial changes or revisions, in good faith business judgment, and AUTHOR shall promptly review and inform PUBLISHER of AUTHOR’s concurrence or disagreement with such changes. In the event that the parties do not agree on such changes, PUBLISHER shall have the right to treat the same as a voluntary termination of the agreement as to the AUTHOR and will have the rights stated in the involuntary termination section of this agreement.
VOLUNTARY TERMINATION
The PUBLISHER shall have the right to discontinue publication, if in its reasonable discretion the same is no longer warranted in its business judgment. At any time if there is no edition of the work offered for sale by PUBLISHER, or, by a party licensed or authorized by PUBLISHER, the AUTHOR may make written demand for re-publication. In the event that within six months the PUBLISHER does not agree to republish, and in the event that it does not in fact republish within a total time, from the time of demand, of one year, rights shall revert to the AUTHOR, provided that all contracted for rights shall continue.
INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION
In the event of an involuntary termination, the PUBLISHER may treat the same as a breach of the contract and either:
(a) As liquidated damages for the breach, and not a penalty, as damages are difficult to ascertain, AUTHOR shall pay the amount of the advance to PUBLISHER within 15 days of notice;
(b) The PUBLISHER may make such other arrangements, in good faith and consistent with reasonable business practices, as it may deem appropriate including but not limited to charging the cost of corrections to the AUTHOR, either as a fee or as a percentage of the royalty.
ROYALTIES
The AUTHOR shall receive the following royalties:
(a) ____% of the PUBLISHER’S net receipts for works sold in the United States except through book clubs;
(b) ____% of the PUBLISHER’s net receipts for each copy of the work sold directly by PUBLISHER through mail or phone orders to the PUBLISHER;
(c) ____% of the PUBLISHER’S net receipts in the event that the PUBLISHER sells, assigns or licenses it rights to others;
(d) ____% of the PUBLISHER’s net receipts from sales overseas;
(e) ____% of the PUBLISHER’s net receipts from sales of serialization, movie or television rights;
(f) ____% of the PUBLISHER’s net receipts from any other sales of rights not otherwise provided for.

The parties agree that no payment will be required for:
(a) not for profit publication of the work or a derivative work in Braille or other editions for physically challenged individuals;
(b) any copies of the work or extracts from the work furnished by PUBLISHER to others for promotion or publicity.

The PUBLISHER shall render an accounting of sales together with payment on a quarterly basis, in arrears, within 30 days of the conclusion of each quarter, together with payment. PUBLISHER may, in its discretion, withhold a reasonable sum against returns.  PUBLISHER shall provide AUTHOR or its representative with access to all books and records related to such royalty calculation on reasonable prior notice. Such accountings shall be deemed to be final if no objection or request for audit is received by the PUBLISHER within 1 year following settlement. In the event of a dispute, the parties shall appoint a disinterested certified public accountant to conduct an audit.  Each party may present argument or materials to the certified public accountant. The decision of the certified public accountant shall be final and may be entered as a judgment in any court with jurisdiction. The cost of the audit shall be paid by the prevailing party. In the event that the parties cannot agree on a disinterested certified public accountant, each party shall appoint a certified public accountant and the two shall appoint a third certified public accountant, and the majority of those persons shall appoint the single disinterested Certified Public Accountant. The expense of the panel of appointment shall be borne by each party equally.

Any sums owing from the AUTHOR to the PUBLISHER, for any reason, may be withheld from royalties, which are due.
AUTHOR’S COPIES
The PUBLISHER shall provide ____ complimentary copies of the work to the author. The AUTHOR may also purchase additional copies for personal use and not for resale at 50% off stated retail.
COPYRIGHT
Promptly after publication PUBLISHER shall at its expense register copyright for the work in the name of the author as the agent of the AUTHOR.

Dated: ____________________

___________________________________
________________________By Author. Social Security Number: ________________.

___________________________________
_______________ By Publisher

Book Publication, Agreement
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This Book Publication Agreement can be used for various other authoring projects such as software, magazines, and the like.  You can also substitute a one-time fee for the royalty portions of this Agreement.  In fact, this is what we do in most instances at Simply Media to avoid false expectations, on the high side, about royalties, and to close out the issue from our point of view as the Publisher.  This is a business decision and entirely up to your discretion.

1. Make multiple copies.  Give one to Author and keep one in the Author/project file and another in a master file for your publication agreements.

_____________________, referred to as WRITER, and _____________________, referred to as ILLUSTRATOR, agree:

WRITER has prepared a manuscript with a tentative title of ______________________, of approximately ______________________ words. Pursuant to the terms and conditions herein ILLUSTRATOR shall prepare certain materials to be incorporated in the work. The manuscript shall be delivered to the ILLUSTRATOR no later than _______________________. The materials contracted for herein shall be completed by the ILLUSTRATOR no later than _______________________, provided, that if the manuscript is delayed in delivery, that the date for delivery shall be adjusted accordingly.

WRITER shall reasonably cooperate with and assist the ILLUSTRATOR in preparation of the materials.
ILLUSTRATOR shall prepare the following, to the satisfaction of the WRITER:
1.  a cover, with the original to be approximately ________________________________ in size in _______________________________ colors;

2.  __________________________ illustrations related to the work, to be approximately ___________________________ in size and ___________________________.

As ILLUSTRATOR’s sole compensation herein, ILLUSTRATOR shall be paid a total fee of $______________________
(____________________________________ & ________________/100 dollars), to be paid as follows:
_______________________________________________________________.

No further compensation shall be due. WRITER shall have the right to unlimited reproduction of the illustrations thereafter.

ILLUSTRATOR shall keep the existence of the work, and all information related to the same strictly confidential until the work is published or otherwise is released into the public domain.

ILLUSTRATOR shall receive credit in any distributed version of the work as the illustrator, in such places as are customary and usual within the trade for the type of work.

ILLUSTRATOR warrants that the materials delivered herein are the original work of the ILLUSTRATOR and that the same do not violate any copyright, trademark or other protection of intellectual property by ILLUSTRATOR. ILLUSTRATOR further warrants that ILLUSTRATOR has the full right to convey the rights granted to WRITER herein. ILLUSTRATOR shall indemnify the WRITER from any such claims related to the work of the illustrator. Provided, however, that in the event that the WRITER specifically requests in writing a particular form of rendering that the WRITER shall be responsible for such claims to the extent that they are proximately caused by the WRITER’s request.

This is the entire agreement between the parties, and the same may only be modified by a writing executed by the parties hereto.

Dated: _____________________

___________________________________
_____________________ Illustrator

___________________________________
_____________________ Writer

Illustrator & Author Agreement
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This agreement can be adapted for a variety of artistic endeavors including, but not limited to, illustrator or artist and publisher.

1. Make multiple copies.  Give a signed copy to each party.
2. Formalizing this kind of relationship is especially important because artwork has a very personal impact on those creating it—which can lead to anger and litigation if the exact terms and conditions are not met.  Signed agreements eliminate most of the ambiguity and tend to tone down emotional issues surrounding such subjects.

_________________________________, referred to as CONTRACTOR and _________________________________, referred to as STATION, agree:

_________________________________ is employed by ___________________ as ________________________________________________________________.

CONTRACTOR and STATION acknowledge that as a result of the employer/employee relationship existing that CONTRACTOR will from time to time receive, or create confidential information related to trade secrets, future promotional plans, and that such information might be useful to competitors.

Upon termination of employment by STATION, CONTRACTOR shall not accept employment in any capacity, act as proprietor, shareholder or act as an independent contractor for any broadcasting station located within a radius of ______________________ miles from the center of the city of license of the STATION, for a period of _____________________ days.

The parties agree that the damages, which may be suffered by STATION upon violation of this agreement, are irreparable and intangible in nature. Therefore, the parties agree that STATION shall be entitled to injunctive relief to enforce this agreement.

The parties agree that all disputes related to this agreement shall be arbitrated under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, before a single arbiter. The decision of the arbiter shall be final, and may be entered by any Court of competent jurisdiction as a final judgment.

The prevailing party in any dispute related to his agreement shall be entitled to its reasonable counsel fees.

This is the entire agreement between the parties, and this agreement may only be modified in writing executed by both parties.

Dated: ________________________________

__________________________________________________
_________________________________, EMPLOYEE

__________________________________________________
___________________, STATION by an authorized officer

Non-Compete, Contractor
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This review list is provided to inform you about this document in question and assist you in its preparation.  This non-compete is tailored for a contractor of a station or location.  You can easily tailor it for another situation.

1. Make multiple copies.  Give one to the contractor; keep one with the specific project; keep one in your corporate files.

For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, __________________________________________________ (Name & Address) (“Releaser”), I hereby give, consent, and forever grant to _______________________ (Name & Address) (“Manufacturer”), its representatives, licensees, marketers, and any other related parties or publishers of its promotional materials and their successors and assigns, the right to use, publish and copyright my picture, portrait or likeness, in whole or part, including alterations, modifications, derivations, and composite thereof, in advertising and promotions throughout the world.  This right shall include the right to combine my likeness with others and to alter my likeness by digital or other means.

Releaser also hereby releases Manufacturer and such other parties from any obligation to make any payment hereunder or from any other liability incurred in connection with the use of any the materials described above.   Releaser acknowledges his or her full and complete satisfaction with the terms of this Release.

___________________________                ________________________
Releaser                            Manufacturer

Date: ______________________

If the Releaser is less than 18 years of age, the following should be filled out.

_______________________________ (Name and Address) (“Parent/Legal Guardian”), hereby warrant that I am the  _______________________ (Parent or Legal Guardian) of ______________________ (Name of minor subject to this Agreement), a minor, and have full authority to authorize the above Release, which I have read and approved.  I hereby release and agree to indemnify the licensed parties and their respective successors and assigns, from and against any and all liability arising out of the exercise of the rights granted by the above Talent and Model Release.

_____________________________                    _________________
Releaser’s Parent or Legal Guardian                    Date

Talent and Model Release
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1.    This Talent and Model Release form should be used only to obtain consent for the photographic and likeness issues as listed in the Agreement.   As a practical matter, you should have this document signed prior to any photo sessions and certainly prior to any use of the Releaser’s photo or likeness.  Have several copies so any adjustments can be made and initialed on the spot, such as payment being given or arranged.

2.    If the Releaser is a minor (generally under 18 years of age), be sure the parent or legal guardian also signs to acknowledge consent.  Be sure to get this agreement prior to any work actually being commenced since not doing so opens you up to substantial liability if you use the materials without this approval.

3.  The Manufacturer should keep the original signed Release.  A photocopy should be given to the person giving the consent for his or her records.  If a minor is involved, give one copy to the minor and another separately to the parent or legal guardian.

4.   We suggest you keep a separate copy of the signed agreement with the paperwork accompanying the product development and final records themselves.  This extra step can save you a substantial amount of time when this data must be reviewed, especially in a large financial transaction, audit, or similar activity, such as the sale of your company.