Recorded Video Performance Agreement — Editable Video Recording Rights & Usage Contract

Secure professional video/audio recording rights from talent and performers — with this clear Recorded Video Performance Agreement.

This fully editable Recorded Video Performance Agreement provides a legal framework for securing rights to record and use performances in video/audio productions. It protects the Production Company by documenting Artist consent for recording, broadcast, publicity usage, and liability release — while ensuring the Artist understands usage terms. Ideal for all types of recorded video productions in entertainment and media.

✅ Editable .DOCX file included — fully customizable for your video/audio recording agreements.

What’s Covered:

🎬 Grant of rights:
• Artist grants Production Company the right to video/audio record likeness, voice, and performances in connection with a named video/audio project
• Recorded material may be broadcast, transmitted, and copyrighted by the Production Company or its successors/assigns

📢 Publicity permission:
• Artist agrees that name, likeness, voice, and biographical material may be used in connection with publicity for the video/audio project

🚫 Commercial usage limitation:
• Recorded material will not be used for direct commercial gain
• Excerpts may be used in compilations or promotional activities

⚖️ Liability release:
• Artist releases Production Company and its agents from further claims or demands arising from use of recorded material

📺 Renewal:
• Agreement automatically renews unless Production provides written notice of intent to terminate

⚖️ Governing law:
• Agreement governed by the laws of the selected U.S. state and federal law
• Venue for legal disputes clearly defined

📝 Project details:
• Space provided to define the official name of the project/presentation covered by the Agreement

🖋️ Signature section:
• Signature fields for both Artist and Production Company
• Full contact information section for both parties

Why Use This Agreement:

• Secure legal rights to record and distribute video/audio content
• Clearly document Artist consent and promotional rights
• Provide liability release to protect Production Company
• Ensure compliance with entertainment industry recording best practices
• Customize easily for film, television, streaming, promotional videos, live performances, and corporate video productions

Perfect for:
Producers, Video Production Companies, Record Labels, Content Creators, Independent Filmmakers, Advertising Agencies, Corporate Clients, Streaming Platforms, Music Attorneys.

File format included:
✅ Fully editable .DOCX (Word) file — ready to customize

Disclaimer: This template is provided for general informational and educational purposes. It is not legal advice. Please consult an attorney if you have questions about adapting it for your specific use case.