Post-Production Agreement
A post-production agreement is a services contract for editing and finishing audiovisual material into final masters according to technical specifications. Use this when an editor or post house finishes a project after principal photography. It references raw media handoff, proxy workflow, and delivery specs for broadcast or web.
What's included
A ready-to-use post-production agreement covering source footage description and ingest method, edit, color, vfx, and audio scope, delivery formats and codecs, with signature fields already placed for Post Vendor and Client. Fill in the bracketed details (like [Company Name] or [Date]) using Docracy's built-in text editor, then send it out for signature.
This is a general template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney to review it for your specific situation and jurisdiction before use.
Key clauses
- Source footage description and ingest method
- Edit, color, VFX, and audio scope
- Delivery formats and codecs
- Review rounds and approval windows
- Schedule and milestone payments
- Archive and project file retention period
What you'll fill in
[Post Vendor Name][Client/Producer][Project Title][Deliverables List][Timeline][Total Fee][Revision Rounds]Legal summary
The post team delivers masters meeting specs; client must provide organized footage and timely feedback. Additional rounds or scope creep are change-order billed.
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FAQ
Is this Post-Production Agreement legally binding?
Signing through Docracy uses a simple electronic signature (SES), which is legally recognized for everyday business agreements under laws like the U.S. ESIGN Act and the EU's eIDAS regulation. This is a general template, not legal advice — for high-stakes or regulated agreements, have a qualified attorney review it for your situation.
Who needs to sign this Post-Production Agreement?
This template includes signature fields for Post Vendor and Client — already placed — plus 7 placeholder fields to fill in before you send it.
Can I edit this Post-Production Agreement before sending it?
Yes — Docracy's editor lets you edit the text, add or remove signature fields, redact sections, and reorder pages before you send it.
Do I need an account to send this Post-Production Agreement?
No — it's free for up to 2 signers with no account required. Create a free account only if you want to save it to a dashboard or reuse it later.
Try it with an AI assistant
Paste one of these into ChatGPT, Claude, or your assistant of choice:
“Fill for documentary cut down to 52 minutes with broadcast loudness spec.”
“Add archival of project files for 90 days after delivery.”
“Clarify music clearance remains client's duty.”
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