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

• Services to be provided, included deliverables, and method of delivery

• Length and duration of the agreement

• Policies on proofing and revisions

• Price of the services

• Methods of payment accepted

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

• What happens if the situation arises of a late payment

• Definition of the relationship of the parties (ie. you’re being hired as an independent contractor, not an employee)

• Who owns the copyright and intellectual property rights produced under the agreement

• Agreement to give you creative license to complete the project with your specialized skill and talent

• Policies around rescheduling, cancellations, and early termination fees

• How disputes will be resolved, including the options for mediation, arbitration, or court

• Standard legal terms, including: confidentiality, representations and warranties, limitation of liability, compliance with law, amendments, assumption of risk, waiver, indemnification, merger, force majeure, and notice

This is an essential contract for any business owner who intends to offer their services as a subscription monthly for their clients.

This template is flexible and may apply to a wide variety of retainer services (eg. web design, graphic design, copywriting, consulting, coaching, social media management, advertising, etc.)

This is the contract between you and your client, defining your relationship and the expectations of both parties.

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