Influencer Contract Template

INFLUENCER SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document Control

• Effective Date: [Date]
• Version: 1.0 (Standard Commercial)
• Jurisdiction: [State/Province], [Country]

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This document is a template for informational purposes and does not constitute formal legal advice. By using this document, you acknowledge that no attorney-client relationship is formed. Consult with local counsel to ensure compliance with FTC Disclosure Guidelines (16 CFR Part 255), local labor laws, and intellectual property statutes.

1. PARTIES

This Influencer Services Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between: Company: [Company Legal Name], with a principal address at [Address] ("Company"). Influencer: [Influencer Full Legal Name], operating as [Business Entity Name, if applicable], residing at [Address] ("Influencer").

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Influencer agrees to create, produce, and publish content as specified in Exhibit A (Statement of Work). All content must adhere to Company brand guidelines and current FTC regulations regarding paid endorsements.

3. COMPENSATION & TAXES

• Fees: Company shall pay Influencer a total of [Currency Amount] for satisfactory completion of services.
• Payment Terms: Payment shall be issued within [Number] days of receipt of an undisputed invoice following completion of deliverables.
• Tax Status: Influencer is an independent contractor. Influencer is solely responsible for all income tax withholdings, social security contributions, and applicable self-employment taxes.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP)

• Work for Hire: All content created under this Agreement shall be considered "work made for hire." Company owns all rights, title, and interest in and to the content, including copyrights.
• License: To the extent any work does not qualify as "work made for hire," Influencer hereby grants Company an exclusive, irrevocable, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute the content across all media.

5. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES

Influencer warrants that:

1. All content is original and does not infringe upon any third-party rights (IP, privacy, publicity).
2. Influencer will disclose their relationship with the Company in accordance with FTC guidelines (e.g., #ad, #sponsored).
3. Influencer will not engage in any activity that reflects negatively on the Company or its brand reputation.

6. TERMINATION

• For Cause: Company may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if Influencer breaches any term of this Agreement.
• For Convenience: Either party may terminate with [Number] days written notice. Company shall pay for all services rendered up to the date of termination.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

Influencer agrees to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all non-public information, including but not limited to trade secrets, marketing strategies, and financial terms, for a period of [Number] years post-termination.

8. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Agreement is governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising hereunder shall be settled through binding arbitration conducted in [City/State].

SIGNATURE BLOCK

For Company: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

For Influencer: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Drafting: Fill all bracketed [...] fields with factual data. Ensure Exhibit A (Statement of Work) details the exact number of posts, platforms, dates, and approval workflows.
2. Disclosure Compliance: Verify that the Influencer is fully briefed on the FTC's "Disclosures 101 for Social Media Influencers" guide.
3. Review: Have the final draft reviewed by internal counsel, specifically checking the "Governing Law" clause to ensure it aligns with your corporate base of operations.
4. Execution: Use an electronic signature platform (e.g., DocuSign, HelloSign) to generate an audit trail. Ensure both parties receive a fully executed digital copy.
5. Retention: Store the signed agreement and the corresponding Statement of Work in your corporate document management system for a minimum of seven (7) years for tax and audit purposes.
6. Enforcement: Monitor Influencer output against the agreed-upon deadlines. If a deliverable is missed or fails brand compliance, issue a written "Cure Notice" referencing Section 6 (Termination) before taking further legal action.