Video Production Agreement
A video production agreement is a services contract in which a producer plans, shoots, and edits audiovisual content for a client under defined creative and delivery specifications. Use this when a production company or freelancer creates a commercial, training, or brand video for a client. It separates production fees from music licensing and specifies who clears talent releases.
What's included
A ready-to-use video production agreement covering project concept, runtime, and deliverable formats, production schedule, shoot days, and locations, client approval points and included revision rounds, with signature fields already placed for Producer 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
- Project concept, runtime, and deliverable formats
- Production schedule, shoot days, and locations
- Client approval points and included revision rounds
- Fees, expenses, and change-order process
- Talent, location, and music clearance responsibilities
- Usage license and raw footage ownership
What you'll fill in
[Producer/Company Name][Client Name][Video Title/Purpose][Deliverable Length and Format][Production Fee][Shoot Date(s)][Revision Rounds Included]Legal summary
The producer delivers the agreed video on schedule; the client pays fees and provides timely approvals. Usage rights for the final master are granted as specified; uncleared third-party content remains the clearing party's responsibility.
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FAQ
Is this Video 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 Video Production Agreement?
This template includes signature fields for Producer and Client — already placed — plus 7 placeholder fields to fill in before you send it.
Can I edit this Video 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 Video 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.
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“Generate a Video Production Agreement for a 90-second product launch video with two edit rounds.”
“Clarify who obtains signed talent releases for extras on a corporate shoot.”
“Adapt deliverables for vertical social cuts in addition to the master 16:9 file.”
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