Event Photography Agreement
This template? She's the rock star of legal forms. In her free time, she moonlights as a backstage pass for local gigs. This power-packed template is as quick-witted as it gets and sweet as pie to customize.
You've poured heart into your photography business. Now, make it legally bulletproof faster than you can say "cheese." This DIY template is simple to download and can be customized to your needs faster than a speedlight recycles.
Written by a Columbia Law graduate with an LLM in Intellectual Property so you know you are getting a legal document that will work as hard as you do.
This template? She's the rock star of legal forms. In her free time, she moonlights as a backstage pass for local gigs. This power-packed template is as quick-witted as it gets and sweet as pie to customize.
You've poured heart into your photography business. Now, make it legally bulletproof faster than you can say "cheese." This DIY template is simple to download and can be customized to your needs faster than a speedlight recycles.
Written by a Columbia Law graduate with an LLM in Intellectual Property so you know you are getting a legal document that will work as hard as you do.
This template? She's the rock star of legal forms. In her free time, she moonlights as a backstage pass for local gigs. This power-packed template is as quick-witted as it gets and sweet as pie to customize.
You've poured heart into your photography business. Now, make it legally bulletproof faster than you can say "cheese." This DIY template is simple to download and can be customized to your needs faster than a speedlight recycles.
Written by a Columbia Law graduate with an LLM in Intellectual Property so you know you are getting a legal document that will work as hard as you do.
You get:
An editable Word Doc legal template
An editable Google Doc legal template
Fill-in-the-blank ease of customization
Simple instructions
Tips & Insights Guide
Access to lifetime updates any time we make a change
Turns out, this event photography agreement is as versatile as your favorite zoom lens. Perfect for all event photographers. Event shoots can be as varied as a crowd at Glastonbury, but don’t you worry, my friend! This template is ready to handle all the encores and stage divers your business can attract.
Think that your clients are so fantastic, that you don’t need a contract?
Not so fast, my friend! Contracts for event photography are more necessary than remembering to take off your lens cap. Sure, your clients found you, they obviously have good taste. But no matter who you’re dealing with, there can always be hiccups. A legally solid, intentionally written contract prevents potential problems, settling them before they even get a chance to photobomb your business. You didn’t learn the rule of thirds for nothing, right?
Now that we focused on that, let’s zoom in on what’s included in this template. What legal jargon should be in your event photography agreement?
Your contract should grab all the key details of your photography event, framing them like you would a stunning shot. From outlining who the agreement is between to how you expect to communicate (gotta set those bokeh-style soft boundaries), and what happens if your client decides that the fit just isn’t right. A well-crafted, quality contract lets clients know you're not messing around here – they should strap in for a professional ride. This helps you get paid on time and bolsters your power to enforce your terms. Plus, it shields your clients, too.
How’s this for a shot list of what’s included?
Who the agreement is between
Duration of the agreement
What's included
Client's expectations & responsibilities
Your expectations & responsibilities
Communication policies
Artistic License
Creative License
Social Media Policies
Meal Clause
Safe Working Environment
Family Photographers/Exclusivity Clause
Rescheduling Clause
Cancellation Clause
Overtime Fees
Travel Expenses
Unobtainable Shot Clause
Undelivered Work Clause
Laboratory Delay Clause
Termination conditions
Refund policy
Payment methods
Investment / fee terms
Standard legal clauses: limitation of liability, representations, no waiver, modification, confidentiality, non-disclosure, assignment, severability, dispute resolution, assumption of risk, etc. (Doesn't sound sexy, but these clauses are more protective than the best camera bag!)
Is this for me?
So, ask yourself: Are you an event photographer, capturing insta-worthy moments one click at a time? If you answered yes, then this is for you! They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but we say the peace of mind knowing your business is safeguarded is priceless.
DISCLAIMER: This template is for educational and informational purposes only. This template is a general, customizable, Do-It-Yourself template, for you to tailor to your unique business and needs. Nothing in this template or on kerrycarroll.com should be considered as legal advice. Purchase of this template does NOT create an attorney-client relationship between you and Kerry Carroll or between you and Kerry Carroll LLC. There is no attorney-client relationship between you and Kerry Carroll, you and Kerry Carroll LLC, or you and Kerrycarroll.com. Kerry Carroll is a lawyer but she does not practice law and is not your lawyer. For legal advice, contact an attorney in your area. Questions? Email hello@kerrycarroll.com