VIDEOGRAPHY SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made on [Date],
BETWEEN:
[Client Name], of [Client Address] ("Client")
AND
[Videographer Name/Business Name], of [Videographer Address] ("Videographer").
WHEREAS
- The Client wishes to engage the Videographer to provide certain videography services as described in this Agreement.
- The Videographer agrees to provide such services under the terms and conditions set forth below.
1. DEFINITIONS
1.1 "Services" means the videography services to be provided by the Videographer as detailed in Section 2 below and any attached schedules.
1.2 "Deliverables" means the final video files and any related materials to be delivered to the Client as specified in this Agreement.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1 The Videographer agrees to provide the following Services:
- [Description of Event/Project (e.g., wedding, corporate event, promotional video, etc.)]
- [Date(s) and Time(s) of Service]
- [Location(s) of Service]
- [Specific Deliverables, e.g., number of videos, length, format, editing requirements, etc.]
2.2 Any additional services requested by the Client that are not specified in this Agreement shall be subject to a separate written agreement and may incur additional fees.
3. FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS
3.1 Total Fee: The Client agrees to pay the Videographer a total fee of [Total Amount] for the Services.
3.2 Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of [Deposit Amount or Percentage] is due upon signing this Agreement.
3.3 Balance: The remaining balance of [Balance Amount] shall be paid by [Due Date or Event Date].
3.4 Payment Method: Payments shall be made by [Payment Method, e.g., bank transfer, check, PayPal, etc.].
3.5 Late payments may incur a late fee of [Late Fee Amount or Percentage] per [Time Period].
4. CLIENT OBLIGATIONS
4.1 The Client shall provide the Videographer with access to the event location(s) and any necessary permissions or passes.
4.2 The Client shall ensure that all participants are informed of the videography and have consented to being filmed, where applicable.
5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & USAGE RIGHTS
5.1 Upon full payment, the Videographer grants the Client a [describe license type, e.g., non-exclusive, perpetual] license to use the Deliverables for [describe permitted uses, e.g., personal, business, promotional purposes, etc.].
5.2 The Videographer retains the copyright in all footage and may use the Deliverables for portfolio, promotional, or other purposes, unless the Client requests in writing otherwise.
6. CANCELLATION & POSTPONEMENT
6.1 Cancellation by Client:
- If the Client cancels the Services [Number] days or more before the event, the deposit is non-refundable.
- If cancellation occurs less than [Number] days before the event, the Client shall pay [Percentage]% of the total fee.
6.2 Postponement:
- If the event is postponed, the Videographer will use reasonable efforts to accommodate the new date, subject to availability.
6.3 Cancellation by Videographer:
- If the Videographer cancels, all payments received from the Client will be refunded, and the Videographer will use reasonable efforts to assist the Client in finding a replacement.
7. DELIVERY OF DELIVERABLES
7.1 The Videographer shall deliver the final Deliverables to the Client by [Delivery Date or Timeframe, e.g., within 30 days after the event].
7.2 Deliverables will be provided in [Format, e.g., digital download, USB drive, etc.].
7.3 The Client shall review the Deliverables and notify the Videographer of any reasonable requests for revisions within [Number] days of delivery.
8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
8.1 The Videographer’s liability for any claim arising under this Agreement shall be limited to the total amount paid by the Client.
8.2 The Videographer shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, or for events beyond their reasonable control (e.g., equipment failure, weather, acts of God).
9. CONFIDENTIALITY
9.1 Both parties agree to keep confidential any sensitive information obtained in the course of providing or receiving the Services.
10. TERM & TERMINATION
10.1 This Agreement shall commence on [Effective Date] and continue until all obligations are fulfilled or until terminated as provided herein.
10.2 Either party may terminate this Agreement by giving [Notice Period Days] days’ written notice to the other party.
11. GENERAL PROVISIONS
11.1 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Governing Law State/Country].
11.2 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral.
11.3 Amendments: Any amendments to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.
11.4 Notices: All notices under this Agreement shall be given in writing to the addresses specified above.
11.5 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
12. DISCLAIMER
This document is a template and may not be suitable for all situations. The parties should consult with legal counsel before signing this agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Videography Services Agreement as of the date first written above.
CLIENT:
Signature: ___________________________
Name: [Client Name]
Date: _______________________________
VIDEOGRAPHER:
Signature: ___________________________
Name: [Videographer Name/Business Name]
Date: _______________________________
