Manuscript Editing Agreement

Edit and rework an author's manuscript under the terms of this downloadable Manuscript Editing Agreement.

  • The author retains all copyright and other rights associated with the manuscript, including intellectual property, electronic rights, and rights to marketing and promotional products.
  • The editor will revise and rework the manuscript, restructure and reorganize content for clarity, edit for style, grammar, syntax, spelling, create an index and table of contents, proofread, check accuracy of facts and references, and perform any other related services as agreed between the parties.
  • The author will reimburse the editor for any direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred in relation to the editor's duties.
  • The editor is responsible for reporting and paying his/her own income taxes and make any remittances required by law with respect to his/her compensation.
  • The Manuscript Editing Agreement is an ideal contract for freelance editors. You can customize and tailor it for a perfect fit with your unique circumstances.
Document Type: Microsoft Word
Last Updated: 02-June-2025
SKU: 7556
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Research and Writing Services Agreement

If you research and write academic papers, such as theses, essays and dissertations, you need this Research and Writing Services Agreement template.

  • The writer's ability to deliver the services may be restricted by the policies and regulations of the educational institution. By signing the agreement, the student warrants that the writer's delivery of the services will not violate any such policies.
  • The writer does not guarantee that the student will receive a particular grade or achieve a specific goal with the work provided.
  • The writer gives no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the information, and is not required to verify it.
  • The student indemnifies the writer against any claims arising from the delivery of the writing services.
  • This is a generic contract form that is not specific to any country or jurisdiction and can be used anywhere.
  • Get this Research and Writing Services Agreement signed before you begin the project to ensure that you'll be paid for the work you've done. If the student fails to pay, you will have grounds for a legal claim.
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Freelance Writer Agreement

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.

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