Video Game Soundtrack Agreement

You can use this agreement template for game titles released in the United States and Canada.
The soundtrack composer is retained on a "work for hire" basis.
The contract price will be paid in installments, as each development milestone is met.
The game developer will retain full ownership of all music used in the game.
The soundtrack composer will be entitled to 50% of the royalty for music which is used for any purpose outside of the game, such as on a music album or in TV broadcasts, etc.
The template form is a downloadable MS Word file. It can be easily modified and adapted to fit your unique specifications.

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Last Updated: 29-April-2025

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