Freelance Event Manager Contract Template

FREELANCE EVENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-[1099-EVT]
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: Both the "Company" and the "Freelance Event Manager" must complete and sign all bracketed fields. Ensure all exhibits are attached prior to signature.
• Filing/Retention: Both parties must retain a digital or physical copy of this executed agreement for a minimum of seven (7) years following the conclusion of the event to satisfy tax and liability audit requirements.
• Mandatory Attachments: Ensure the following are appended: (a) Exhibit A: Scope of Services & Deliverables, (b) Exhibit B: Compensation Schedule, and (c) Proof of Professional Liability Insurance.

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between: Company: [__________] ("Company")
Freelance Event Manager: [__________] ("Manager")

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Manager agrees to provide the services described in Exhibit A (the "Services"). Manager shall perform these services with the professional skill and care typical of an experienced event manager.

3. TERM

This Agreement shall commence on [__________] and terminate upon the conclusion of the event, defined as [__________], or upon written notice by either party pursuant to Section 8.

4. COMPENSATION

Company shall pay Manager as follows:

• Total Fee: $[__________]
• Payment Schedule:
  • Deposit: [__________] % upon signing.
  • Milestone: [__________] % upon completion of [__________].
  • Final: [__________] % due [__________] days post-event.

5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

Manager is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement creates an employer-employee, partnership, or joint venture relationship. Manager is solely responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes, as well as self-employment contributions.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & CONFIDENTIALITY

All work product, concepts, and materials created specifically for this event shall be considered "work-made-for-hire" and shall remain the exclusive property of the Company. Manager agrees to keep all proprietary Company data strictly confidential.

7. INSURANCE & INDEMNITY

Manager shall maintain, at their own expense, General Liability and Professional Liability insurance in the amount of at least $[__________]. Manager agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims arising out of Manager’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.

8. TERMINATION

• For Cause: Either party may terminate immediately upon written notice for material breach.
• For Convenience: Company may terminate with [__________] days' written notice, subject to payment for services rendered up to the date of termination.

9. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State/Province of [__________]. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [__________].

EXECUTION & SIGNATURE BLOCK

FOR THE COMPANY:
Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

FOR THE MANAGER:
Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

Disclaimer: This document is provided as a standardized framework. Consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific statutory compliance.