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EXCLUSIVE ADVERTISING AND CONSULTING AGREEMENT

This agreement is entered into by and between , hereinafter referred to as "Company", and , hereinafter referred to as "Agent".

For and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the Company and Agent do hereby covenant, contract and agree as follows:

1. AGENCY: Subject to the terms of this agreement, Company does hereby appoint Agent as it's exclusive agent for the following purposes:

(a) Selection and placement of advertising for Company; and

(b) Consultant to Company for Advertising and Marketing Purposes.

(c) [Other purposes]

2. RELATIONSHIP: Company and Agent agree that agent is an independent contractor and shall pay his or her own employment, income and other taxes as well as all insurance.

3. DUTIES: Agent shall perform the following duties in reference to this agreement:

(a)

(b) Use his or her best efforts and abilities to select and recommend to Company advertising and marketing plans and options for Company. "Advertising" as used throughout this agreement means promotional ads of any kind or form, for any product, service, show or other item, and includes television ads, magazine ads, newspaper ads, private company ads, product endorsements, promotional literature, videos, books or any other services.

Agent shall represent, advise and assist Company in the negotiation and execution of any and all publicity, advertising and marketing contracts.

Agent shall not be authorized to bind Company to any advertising or marketing agreements until Agent obtains the written consent to same by of the Company.

4. COMPENSATION: Company shall pay unto Agent for his or her services the following:

(a) [state how compensation to be paid]

(b) [state when amounts to be paid.]

5. EXPENSES: As part of the compensation to Agent, Company shall also be reimbursed for the following expenses:

(a) [state expenses to be paid]

6. EXCLUSIONS: Excluded from this agreement are all existing advertising agreements in place at the time of the execution of this agreement.

7. TERM: This agreement shall extend for a period of days from the date hereof.

8. RENEWAL: This agreement shall be automatically renewed:

3 months

6 months

one year

OTHER

in one (1) year increments unless either party gives days written notice to the other prior to the expiration of any one contract period of their intent not to renew.

9. MODIFICATION: This agreement may not be modified except by amendment reduced to writing and signed by both Company and Agent. No waiver of this agreement shall be construed as a continuing waiver or consent to any subsequent breach thereof.

10. NOTICES: All notices hereunder shall be effective if sent by certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt request to [list name and address]:













11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto and replaces and supercedes all prior agreements between the parties relating to this same subject matter.

12. GOVERNING LAW: This agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of .

13. PARTIAL INVALIDITY: In the event any provision hereof shall be for any reason illegal or unenforceable, the same shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.

14. ATTORNEY FEES: In the event that the agreements become subject to litigation between the parties hereto, the parties agree that the prevailing party shall be entitled to an award of attorney's fees, costs and the prevailing statutory interest from the other party.

15. INDEPENDENT COUNSEL: The parties hereto further represent that they have had the opportunity to obtain independent legal counsel before entering this agreement.

16. FURTHER DOCUMENT: The parties further agree that if any other provisions or agreements are necessary to enforce the intent of this document, that both parties will execute same upon request.

This agreement entered into this the day of , .

Company

Agent

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

PERSONALLY came and appeared before me, the undersigned in and for the jurisdiction aforesaid, the within named in the above and foregoing instrument of writing, who acknowledged to me that she signed and delivered the above foregoing instrument of writing on the day and in the year and for the purposes therein mentioned.

GIVEN under my hand and official seal of office on this the day of , 20.

______________________________

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires:


STATE OF

COUNTY OF

PERSONALLY came and appeared before me, the undersigned in and for the jurisdiction aforesaid, the within named in the above and foregoing instrument of writing, who acknowledged to me that she signed and delivered the above foregoing instrument of writing on the day and in the year and for the purposes therein mentioned.

GIVEN under my hand and official seal of office on this the day of , 20.

______________________________

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires:


STATE OF

COUNTY OF

PERSONALLY came and appeared before me, the undersigned in and for the jurisdiction aforesaid, the within named in the above and foregoing instrument of writing, who acknowledged to me that she signed and delivered the above foregoing instrument of writing on the day and in the year and for the purposes therein mentioned.

My Commission Expires:

GIVEN under my hand and official seal of office on this the day of , 20.

______________________________

NOTARY PUBLIC

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What an Advertising and Marketing Agreement Covers

An Advertising and Marketing Agreement is a written contract that sets the commercial terms and responsibilities for producing, placing, and measuring advertising or marketing services. It defines deliverables (creative, media buys, placements), timelines, compensation, ownership of creative and data, performance metrics, confidentiality, and termination rights. The agreement clarifies who controls creative approvals, how third-party vendors are engaged, and who bears legal risk for claims such as intellectual property infringement or regulatory noncompliance. Parties use it to reduce ambiguity and document expectations before work begins.

Why a Clear Agreement Matters for Campaigns

A clear Advertising and Marketing Agreement reduces disputes, assigns compliance responsibilities (including regulatory controls), and protects IP and payment expectations. It creates a shared baseline for measuring campaign performance and helps both parties manage risk and auditability during and after the engagement.

Why a Clear Agreement Matters for Campaigns

Who commonly uses this agreement

Marketing teams, agencies, independent contractors, and in-house legal or procurement teams use Advertising and Marketing Agreements to define campaign scope and payment terms.

  • Marketing teams and CMOs managing agency relationships and campaign budgets.
  • Advertising agencies and freelancers delivering creative, media planning, or production services.
  • Procurement, legal, or finance teams reviewing payment, IP, and liability provisions.

Use the agreement to formalize expectations before creative work or media spend begins and to preserve evidence of agreed rights and obligations.

Typical signers and their roles

Client Executive

A senior marketing or procurement leader authorized to approve budgets and accept campaign deliverables. This signer binds the hiring organization and confirms budget availability and compliance with internal policies.

Agency Principal

An authorized representative (owner, CEO, or delegated agent) for the agency or contractor who accepts assignment terms, indemnities, and payment schedules and who commits the vendor to deliver the services specified.

Essential information to include in the agreement

Party Names: Legal entity names
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Scope Summary: Deliverables and services
Payment Terms: Amount and schedule
IP Ownership: Assignment or license
Termination: Notice and remedies

Step-by-step: Complete the agreement accurately

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, review, and execute an Advertising and Marketing Agreement so responsibilities, schedules, and payments are clear.

  • 01
    Draft Scope: Describe specific deliverables, channels, and milestones in plain language.
  • 02
    Define Payment: Set fees, invoicing cadence, and expense reimbursement rules.
  • 03
    Assign IP: Specify who owns creative, data, and usage rights after payment.
  • 04
    Sign and Store: Execute signatures, date the document, and keep a retained copy.

How to configure an online signing workflow

Set up your digital workflow to match signatory order and authentication needs before you send the agreement.

Field Configuration
Signer Order Sequential or parallel routing
Authentication Email link, SMS code, or KBA
Required Fields Signature, date, initials, invoice number
Audit Trail Enable timestamps and IP logging

Where to send and how signatures are collected

Advertising agreements are usually exchanged between client procurement and agency sales or legal teams and executed electronically for speed and auditability.

  • Upload Document: Upload the final agreement PDF or DOCX to your eSignature platform.
  • Place Fields: Add signature, date, and initial fields where required.
  • Add Signers: Enter signer names and emails in the correct routing order.
  • Send and Monitor: Send request and track completion through the platform's dashboard.

Distribution channels and technical delivery options

Choose distribution methods that meet security and accessibility needs for each party and regulatory obligations.

  • Email Delivery: Standard for most signers; easy but relies on email authentication.
  • Secure Link: Share a protected link with optional access code or expiration.
  • Integration: Use CRM or document systems (Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace) for automated routing.

Select the method that balances signer convenience with required authentication strength and record retention needs.

Common timelines and notice periods to build into the agreement

Establish clear dates for campaign start, creative approvals, payment due dates, and termination notice to prevent disputes.

Effective Date:

Date when obligations and timelines begin, use MM/DD/YYYY format.

Campaign Launch:

Set firm launch date and any milestone windows for phased rollouts.

Payment Due:

Specify payment terms (Net 30, Net 45) and invoice submission timing.

Approval Deadlines:

State turnaround times for client approvals to avoid delays.

Termination Notice:

Notice period required to end services without breach.

Common preparation mistakes to avoid

  • Vague scope language that leaves creative deliverables or media obligations undefined, causing scope creep and billing disputes.
  • Unclear IP terms that fail to specify whether work-for-hire, exclusive license, or retained agency rights apply.
  • Missing approval and review timelines that delay campaign launches and shift liability for missed dates.
  • Failing to confirm who pays third-party media or vendor invoices, which can create double-billing risk.

Potential penalties and contract risks

Breach Damages: Monetary liability
IP Exposure: Infringement claims
Regulatory Fines: FTC or state penalties
Withholding Risk: Backup withholding
Unenforceability: Ambiguous terms
Data Liability: Privacy breach costs

Key clauses to include for a professional agreement

These core clauses address scope, payment, rights, compliance, and remedies. Use precise language to reduce interpretive risk.

Scope

Precise deliverable descriptions, channel lists, and acceptance criteria to avoid scope disputes and billing disagreements.

Compensation

Fee amounts, schedule, invoicing instructions, late fees, and responsibility for third-party expenses and media buys.

Intellectual Property

Ownership or license terms for concepts, creative, source files, and data, including post-campaign usage rights.

Confidentiality

Nondisclosure obligations covering campaign strategy, pricing, and client lists with clear survival periods.

Compliance

Warranties and obligations for truth-in-advertising, data privacy, and industry-specific regulations.

Termination

Cause/no-cause termination mechanics, cure periods, and obligations on wind-down and final payment.

Real-world examples of agreements in use

These examples show how teams use advertising agreements to speed execution and preserve compliance across industries.

Martin Properties

A local brokerage needed fast online approvals for property listings

  • Used electronic signatures to close media buys quickly
  • I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security, enabling faster campaign launches and fewer in-person meetings.

Xerox

Enterprise operations required integration with back-office systems

  • Automated routing and NetSuite integration reduced manual steps
  • airSlate SignNow provided the flexibility to get signatures on the right documents, in the right formats, integrated with NetSuite for accurate recordkeeping and auditability.

Key milestones from negotiation to campaign close

Map milestones to responsible parties and expected durations to improve handoffs and reduce launch delays.

01

Negotiation Complete

Finalize scope and budget before creative work begins.

02

Agreement Execution

Signatures and effective date established to trigger obligations.

03

Campaign Launch

Creative and media go live according to agreed schedule.

04

Final Reconciliation

Post-campaign reporting, invoicing, and final payments completed.

eSignature provider comparison for executing Advertising and Marketing Agreements

Pricing and key feature differences influence platform choice for contract execution; signNow is listed first for comparison against common alternatives.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial Yes, 7-day trial Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes (Premium tier) Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Frequently asked questions about execution and enforceability

Answers to common questions on electronic execution, notarization, amendments, privacy, revocation, and dispute handling for Advertising and Marketing Agreements.


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