• Who is entering into the agreement and the purpose of the agreement

• The editing services package chosen, the inclusions of that package and the price

• How long the agreement will take place, the services to be provided and the hourly rate if the client wishes to book additional services

• Policies around pre-edits

• Methods of payment accepted

• Payment policies (initial payment, retainer/deposit, final payment, refunds, etc.)

• What happens if the client pays late

• How images will be stored and how long after the photos are received will they be edited and returned

• Requirement for both parties to cooperate together and for the client to give approvals at needed intervals

• The editor retains creative control to perform the services with their specialized skill and talent

• Who owns the copyright of the photos

• How the photos may or may not be used in the editors portfolio

• Ability for the editor to complete work for other clients and take on other business activities

• How cancellations and rescheduling would be handled (wether requested by the client or the photograph

• What happens if the editor is incapacitated and cannot complete the work

• Standard legal clauses including: representations and warranties, limitation of liability, merger, notice, force majeure, compliance with law, amendments, assumption of risk, indemnification and dispute resolution

This is template is essential for any photo editor who is hired to edit photos for a photographer, or alternatively, it may be used by a photographer who is hiring an editor to edit photos for them.

No matter who gives the contract, this agreement defines the relationship between you and your photographer client or contracted editor. With this agreement, you’ll start the relationship off on the right foot with clear expectations of each party.

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