Music Video Production Agreement

This Music Video Production Agreement establishes the terms for the creation of a music video between a recording artist or band and a video production company. It outlines the project’s scope of work, payment terms, and ownership of the final video. It is always advisable to consult with a qualified attorney to customize the agreement according to your specific needs and comply with applicable laws. We can help you if you are in need.

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[Your Name/Organization]

[Address]

[City, Postal Code]

[Country]

[Date]

[Recording Artist/Band Name]

[Address]

[City, Postal Code]

[Country]

[Video Production Company Name]

[Address]

[City, Postal Code]

[Country]

1. Parties

Comment: This section identifies the parties involved in the agreement.

This Music Video Production Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into on this _____ day of ______, 20 (the “Effective Date”), by and between [Recording Artist/Band Name] (referred to as the “Artist”) and [Video Production Company Name] (referred to as the “Production Company”), collectively referred to as the “Parties.”

2. Scope of Work

Comment: This section outlines the scope of work for the music video production.

2.1 The Production Company agrees to produce a music video (the “Video”) for the Artist in accordance with the project specifications as outlined in Exhibit A attached hereto.

2.2 The Video shall be created in [Specify the desired format, such as high-definition (HD)] and shall have a running time of approximately [Specify the desired duration].

3. Payment Terms

Comment: This section addresses the payment terms for the music video production.

3.1 The Artist agrees to pay the Production Company the agreed-upon fee for the production of the Video as specified in Exhibit B attached hereto.

3.2 The payment shall be made according to the following schedule: [Specify the payment schedule, such as a percentage upfront and balance upon completion].

4. Ownership and Usage Rights

Comment: This section addresses the ownership and usage rights of the Video.

4.1 The Artist shall be the sole and exclusive owner of all rights, title, and interest in and to the Video, including all copyrights and other intellectual property rights.

4.2 The Production Company grants the Artist a worldwide, non-exclusive license to use the Video for promotional purposes related to the Artist’s music career, including but not limited to online platforms, social media, television, and live performances.

5. Representations and Warranties

Comment: This section includes representations and warranties made by the Parties.

5.1 The Artist represents and warrants that they have the necessary rights and permissions to use any third-party materials, such as music, images, or trademarks, incorporated into the Video.

5.2 The Production Company represents and warrants that they have the necessary skills, expertise, and equipment to produce the Video in a professional manner.

6. Delivery and Revisions

Comment: This section addresses the delivery of the Video and the revision process.

6.1 The Production Company shall deliver the completed Video to the Artist in the agreed-upon format within [Specify the timeframe].

6.2 The Artist shall have the right to request reasonable revisions to the Video, as long as such revisions are within the scope of the original project specifications outlined in Exhibit A.

7. Confidentiality

Comment: This section addresses the confidentiality of any proprietary information shared between the Parties.

7.1 The Parties agree to keep any confidential information disclosed during the course of the project confidential and shall not disclose or use such information for any purpose other than the production of the Video.

8. Termination

Comment: This section outlines the conditions under which the agreement can be terminated.

8.1 Either Party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other Party in the event of a material breach by the other Party, provided that the breaching Party fails to cure such breach within [Specify a reasonable cure period] after receiving written notice thereof.

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Comment: This section determines the applicable law and the jurisdiction where any disputes arising from the agreement will be resolved.

9.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Specify the governing law jurisdiction].

9.2 Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Specify the jurisdiction].

10. Entire Agreement

Comment: This section confirms that the Agreement represents the entire understanding and agreement between the Parties and supersedes any prior discussions or agreements.

10.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior discussions, negotiations, and agreements, whether oral or written.

[Your Name/Organization]

By: [Your Name]

Title: [Your Title]

[Recording Artist/Band Name]

By: [Artist’s Name]

Title: [Artist’s Title]

[Video Production Company Name]

By: [Production Company’s Name]

Title: [Production Company’s Title]