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Own the Art That Represents Your Music
Album artwork is more than a visual, it’s a core part of your artistic brand.
Yet under U.S. copyright law, the designer or illustrator automatically owns the copyright to album artwork unless there is a written agreement that clearly transfers those rights to the artist.
Our Album Artwork Agreement is a n attorney-drafted contract designed to ensure that when you commission album, single, EP artwork, streaming thumbnails, film posters, etc. you own the intellectual property.
This agreement protects artists from future disputes, usage restrictions, takedowns, and licensing roadblocks—long after the release date.
Without a proper written agreement:
The designer may limit how the artwork is used
You may need permission (or pay again) for future releases
You may be unable to modify, adapt, or reuse the artwork
Artwork disputes can block distribution or re-releases
This agreement ensures the copyright is transferred to you, allowing unrestricted use across platforms, formats, and future projects.
What This Is (and Isn’t)
✔ Attorney-drafted contract,
✔ Reusable contract template
✔ Designed to secure full IP and copyright ownership
✘ Not legal advice
✘ Not customized to a specific commission
✘ Not a substitute for heavily negotiated design or branding agreements
Disclaimer: These materials are made for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Downloading these contracts does not create an attorney-client relationship between Sound Logic LLC and the user. Contact an attorney to address any issue or questions. If you have a specific legal problem and need legal advice, contact a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.
Should you seek added assurances and legal review of your negotiated contract template, we offer attorney review of negotiated contracts as an add-on service for an additional fee. Add it to your shopping cart before checkout. Purchase of the Final Review feature is valid for the review of one contract.
Own the Art That Represents Your Music
Album artwork is more than a visual, it’s a core part of your artistic brand.
Yet under U.S. copyright law, the designer or illustrator automatically owns the copyright to album artwork unless there is a written agreement that clearly transfers those rights to the artist.
Our Album Artwork Agreement is a n attorney-drafted contract designed to ensure that when you commission album, single, EP artwork, streaming thumbnails, film posters, etc. you own the intellectual property.
This agreement protects artists from future disputes, usage restrictions, takedowns, and licensing roadblocks—long after the release date.
Without a proper written agreement:
The designer may limit how the artwork is used
You may need permission (or pay again) for future releases
You may be unable to modify, adapt, or reuse the artwork
Artwork disputes can block distribution or re-releases
This agreement ensures the copyright is transferred to you, allowing unrestricted use across platforms, formats, and future projects.
What This Is (and Isn’t)
✔ Attorney-drafted contract,
✔ Reusable contract template
✔ Designed to secure full IP and copyright ownership
✘ Not legal advice
✘ Not customized to a specific commission
✘ Not a substitute for heavily negotiated design or branding agreements
Disclaimer: These materials are made for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Downloading these contracts does not create an attorney-client relationship between Sound Logic LLC and the user. Contact an attorney to address any issue or questions. If you have a specific legal problem and need legal advice, contact a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.
Should you seek added assurances and legal review of your negotiated contract template, we offer attorney review of negotiated contracts as an add-on service for an additional fee. Add it to your shopping cart before checkout. Purchase of the Final Review feature is valid for the review of one contract.
