Business Forms

Do you produce commercials for television or streaming channels? Write up a Production Agreement for a client with this customizable template for U.S. productions.

• The Agreement contains sections for:
  • the client's specifications for the commercial,
  • production schedule,
  • production requirements for casting, sets, locations, music, photography, etc.,
  • schedule of costs and
  • payment schedule.
• Any copyrightable work and materials used in the commercial are deemed to be a work-for-hire and the property of the client.
• All ads produced under the agreement will meet current SMPTE standards.
• The production company agrees to comply with all applicable union rules and regulations and collective bargaining agreements.
• The production company also agrees that all players employed under the contract will be engaged in accordance with the current SAG or AFTRA contract, whichever applies, and the production company will provide all necessary documentation in that regard.
• You can customize this MS Word template for your production company, and personalize each contract for a specific client.
• The contract is governed by U.S. laws.

Record producers, write up a contract to produce a demo for a musical artist with this Production Agreement for Master Recordings.

• The masters will be used as demos and will be shopped around to various record labels in order to attempt to obtain a recording contract for the artist.
• The artist retains ownership and control of all copyright in the masters and all recordings or reproductions.
• The producer's compensation takes the form of a royalty and/or commission.
• The artist has the right to hire other producers for other recording sessions.
• This template is available in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your specific circumstances.

Record producers, write up a contract to produce demo recordings for the musical artists who use your studio with this template Recording Production Agreement.

• The contract template includes options for several fee schedules (hourly, daily, per recording, project rate).
• An additional fee will be charged if the producer provides engineering services as well.
• The artist will use the demos to attempt to obtain a recording contract with a major label.
• This is a reusable contract template - buy, download, use it as often as you require.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your specific circumstances.

Track day-by-day production on a television commercial with this easy-to-use Production Report for TV Commercial Shoot, which includes:

• shooting schedule,
• film stock,
• equipment rentals,
• locations,
• transportation,
• in-out times, meal breaks and overtime for all cast and crew,
• props,
• wardrobe, makeup, etc.

Download the Production Report for the next television commercial you shoot - it's affordable and downloadable. Use it as long as you like and as often as you like.

Record the production requirements for a film or television production with this easy-to-use downloadable checklist, including:

• production staff and crew - from producer to tool maintenance,
• support staff (craft service / catering, security, police, etc),
• cast, stunties, bit players, extras,
• locations requirements,
• equipment and vehicles,
• production forms.

Available in MS Word format. Fully editable and reusable.

Hire a production services company to supervise production of a motion picture project with this Production Services Agreement.

• The producer (financier) will provide the financing for the picture, and the production service provider will oversee the operations of the film production, in line with the approved budget and production schedule.
• The service provider will be paid an amount equal to the financing required to produce and deliver the film.
• The financier will have right of approval over all expenditures and all business and creative decisions relating to the picture.
• The service provider will contract with all personnel, suppliers, film labs, licensors, etc. in its own name and not as the agent for the financier.
• As security for delivery of the picture, the production service company pledges all of its right, title and interest in the picture to the financier. The financier will be the sole owner of the copyright for the picture.
• If the film goes significantly over budget, or if an event occurs which might permit a takeover by the completion bond company, or if the service provider defaults, the financier has the right to take over production of the picture.
• When all elements of the picture have been delivered, or if the financier exercises its takeover rights, the service provider will assign all of its rights in the picture to the financier.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Add the Motion Picture Production Services Agreement template to your production contract forms.

Make sure your production vehicles are in good running order with this package of Vehicle Inspection Reports for film and television productions.

• The package contains inspection forms for:
  • camera truck,
  • cube van or truck,
  • passenger van,
  • grip truck,
  • pickup.
• Each form has diagrams for indicating any damage to the vehicle, and a fill-in section to track gas, oil, fluids, condition of tires, battery, and electrical.
• Available in PDF form.
• These forms can be used anywhere.

Web design firms, hire a programmer to write code and build websites with this Programmer Subcontract template.

• If you subcontract any of the programming or design work, a written contract is essential.
• The web design company retains the programmer on a non-exclusive contractor basis.
• All proprietary rights in the software being developed and any improvements thereto belong to the company.
• The contract includes non-competition and confidentiality provisions.
• This is a generic contract which can be used in the USA, Canada and many other countries.
• This Programmer Subcontract template is fully editable and can be easily customized for your business.

Don't sell a vehicle to a buyer with the price to be paid over time unless you get them to sign this Promissory Note for Vehicle Purchase.

• This form is for vehicle sales in the United States only.
• The Promissory Note includes two interest clauses, one for annual interest at a specified rate and one for no interest. Use the one that best fits your situation.
• If the title is transferred to the buyer, the seller has a lien on the vehicle until the balance is paid in full.
• The buyer can prepay the outstanding balance at any time without paying a penalty.
• The seller can repossess the vehicle if the buyer fails to make the payments on time.
• Available in MS Word format.

Prepare a Business Plan for a rental property management company with this fully editable template form.

• The purpose of the Business Plan is to help secure start-up funds or additional operating capital for expansion.
• The Business Plan template includes:
  • A market analysis and marketing strategy.
  • A financial model.
  • A Confidentiality Agreement to protect your proprietary information, such as financial data.
  • Instructions in each section to help you complete the document.
• You need a solid business plan in order to demonstrate to lenders and investors that your business venture is likely to succeed.
• Available in MS Word format.