Freelance Writer Agreement

Introduction

This Freelance Writing Agreement template provides publishers with a straightforward method to hire freelance writers for the creation of articles on a wide range of topics. Designed for ease of use, the template streamlines the process of sourcing content for both printed and online publications, including blogs.

Control and Publication Rights

Under this agreement, the publisher does not exercise control over the day-to-day work of the writer. However, the publisher retains exclusive authority to determine which articles are selected for publication. This ensures the publisher's complete discretion regarding the content that ultimately appears in their publication.

Payment and Tax Responsibilities

The freelance writer is compensated based on the number of words written. It is the writer's sole responsibility to handle all necessary tax payments and deductions related to this income, including remitting amounts to the appropriate taxing or governmental authorities.

Copyright and Ownership

All articles produced under this agreement are classified as works for hire. The writer agrees to assign all copyright and ownership rights of the articles to the publisher, ensuring that the publisher holds full legal rights over the content created.

Jurisdiction

This contract is intended as a generic template and does not address the specific legal requirements of any particular country or jurisdiction.