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Own the Footage You Pay For—Before It’s Edited, Posted, or Licensed
Paying for a video does not automatically mean you own it.
Under U.S. copyright law, the videographer is the default copyright owner of raw footage and edited content unless a written agreement clearly transfers those rights to you.
Our Videographer Agreement Template is an attorney-created contract designed to ensure that when you hire a videographer, you receive full ownership and copyright rights in both the footage and the final video deliverables.
Video content often lives far beyond its original purpose (Music videos and visualizers, Social media reels and ads, Website, EPK, and press use, Documentary, film, and commercial projects).
Without a proper written agreement:
You may not own the raw footage
Your use may be limited to a single platform or purpose
You may be unable to edit, repurpose, or monetize the video
A videographer may later restrict use or demand additional fees
✔ Attorney-drafted Contract,
✔ Reusable contract template,
✔ Designed to secure full copyright ownership
✘ Not legal advice
✘ Not customized to a specific shoot or scenario
✘ Not a substitute for a heavily negotiated film or commercial production agreement
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 Footage You Pay For—Before It’s Edited, Posted, or Licensed
Paying for a video does not automatically mean you own it.
Under U.S. copyright law, the videographer is the default copyright owner of raw footage and edited content unless a written agreement clearly transfers those rights to you.
Our Videographer Agreement Template is an attorney-created contract designed to ensure that when you hire a videographer, you receive full ownership and copyright rights in both the footage and the final video deliverables.
Video content often lives far beyond its original purpose (Music videos and visualizers, Social media reels and ads, Website, EPK, and press use, Documentary, film, and commercial projects).
Without a proper written agreement:
You may not own the raw footage
Your use may be limited to a single platform or purpose
You may be unable to edit, repurpose, or monetize the video
A videographer may later restrict use or demand additional fees
✔ Attorney-drafted Contract,
✔ Reusable contract template,
✔ Designed to secure full copyright ownership
✘ Not legal advice
✘ Not customized to a specific shoot or scenario
✘ Not a substitute for a heavily negotiated film or commercial production agreement
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.
