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Photography/Videography Contract

Agreement for photography or videography services.

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# PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY CONTRACT

**Contract Date:** {{contract_date}}

This Contract is entered into by:

**Photographer/Videographer:**
{{photographer_name}}
{{photographer_address}}
{{photographer_phone}}
{{photographer_email}}

**Client:**
{{client_name}}
{{client_address}}
{{client_phone}}
{{client_email}}

## 1. EVENT/PROJECT DETAILS

**Type of Service:** {{service_type}}
**Event/Project Name:** {{event_name}}
**Date:** {{event_date}}
**Start Time:** {{start_time}}
**End Time:** {{end_time}}
**Location:** {{event_location}}

## 2. SERVICES INCLUDED

{{services_included}}

## 3. DELIVERABLES

{{deliverables}}

**Delivery Timeline:** {{delivery_timeline}}
**Delivery Method:** {{delivery_method}}

## 4. COMPENSATION

**Total Fee:** {{total_fee}}

**Payment Schedule:**
- Deposit: {{deposit_amount}} due upon signing
- Balance: {{balance_amount}} due {{balance_due_date}}

**Payment Method:** {{payment_method}}

## 5. TRAVEL

{{travel_terms}}

## 6. CANCELLATION POLICY

**By Client:**
- More than {{long_notice}} days notice: Full refund minus {{cancellation_fee}}
- {{short_notice}} to {{long_notice}} days notice: {{partial_refund}}% refund
- Less than {{short_notice}} days notice: No refund

**By Photographer:** Full refund will be provided and Photographer will make reasonable efforts to find a replacement.

## 7. RESCHEDULING

{{reschedule_policy}}

## 8. COPYRIGHT AND USAGE

The Photographer retains copyright to all images/footage. The Client receives:

{{usage_rights}}

The Photographer may use images for:
{{photographer_usage_rights}}

## 9. EDITING AND STYLE

Images/footage will be edited in the Photographer's style. Specific edits may be requested but are subject to Photographer's discretion.

Raw files: {{raw_file_policy}}

## 10. MODEL RELEASE

The Client grants the Photographer permission to use images featuring the Client for portfolio and promotional purposes.

{{model_release_terms}}

## 11. LIABILITY

The Photographer is not responsible for:
- Images lost due to equipment failure (will provide partial refund)
- Missed moments due to circumstances beyond control
- Actions of other vendors or guests

## 12. FORCE MAJEURE

Neither party is liable for failure to perform due to circumstances beyond their control.

## 13. ADDITIONAL TERMS

{{additional_terms}}

## 14. GOVERNING LAW

This Contract shall be governed by the laws of {{governing_state}}.

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**PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER**

Signature: {{photographer_signature}}
Name: {{photographer_name}}
Date: {{photographer_date}}

---

**CLIENT**

Signature: {{client_signature}}
Name: {{client_name}}
Date: {{client_date}}

Template Variables

This template uses the following variables. When you create a contract from this template, you'll fill in values for each one.

{{additional_terms}}{{balance_amount}}{{balance_due_date}}{{cancellation_fee}}{{client_address}}{{client_date}}{{client_email}}{{client_name}}{{client_phone}}{{client_signature}}{{contract_date}}{{deliverables}}{{delivery_method}}{{delivery_timeline}}{{deposit_amount}}{{end_time}}{{event_date}}{{event_location}}{{event_name}}{{governing_state}}{{long_notice}}{{model_release_terms}}{{partial_refund}}{{payment_method}}{{photographer_address}}{{photographer_date}}{{photographer_email}}{{photographer_name}}{{photographer_phone}}{{photographer_signature}}{{photographer_usage_rights}}{{raw_file_policy}}{{reschedule_policy}}{{service_type}}{{services_included}}{{short_notice}}{{start_time}}{{total_fee}}{{travel_terms}}{{usage_rights}}

How to Use This Template

  1. Create a free APISign account (20 free contracts, no card)
  2. In Templates, choose Create Template, then Browse Template Library, and pick this template
  3. Check each variable's type on the Variables tab and save
  4. Create a contract from it, fill in the values and send it

Or copy the content above and use it anywhere. See Creating Templates for how variables and signature fields work.

Disclaimer: This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a qualified attorney before using any legal document.