Parties
Identify the contracting entities and their legal names, contact details, and authorized signers to ensure correct attribution of obligations and payments.
A written agreement protects both parties by documenting expectations, IP ownership, payment terms, and FTC disclosure obligations, and by reducing the chance of disputes or unpaid work.
Multiple stakeholders use these agreements depending on campaign structure.
Use the agreement to align responsibilities, timeline, and payment triggers before content goes live.
Identify the contracting entities and their legal names, contact details, and authorized signers to ensure correct attribution of obligations and payments.
Describe exact deliverables such as number of posts, formats (video, story, post), platforms, post copy, hashtags, and publication windows in specific terms.
State gross amounts, payment schedule, invoicing requirements, any performance bonuses, and whether expenses or product are included as consideration.
Attach or list deadlines, review periods, required revisions, acceptance criteria, and the process for resubmission if content is rejected.
Specify whether the brand receives a license or assignment of rights, permitted usage durations, territories, and any restrictions on repurposing content.
Include FTC endorsement language requiring clear sponsored disclosures, content approval rights, confidentiality clauses, and termination for noncompliance.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signing Order | Specify brand then influencer or simultaneous signing for faster execution |
| Authentication | Email link by default; use SMS or KBA for higher assurance |
| Reminder Schedule | Set automated reminders at 3 and 7 days after initial invite |
| Storage Location | Designate cloud folder or CRM record for audit and retrieval |
Electronic execution helps complete agreements quickly while preserving audit trails and signer attribution.
Ensure chosen e-signature provider supports audit trails, industry integrations, and file formats required by your compliance and records policies.
Date when the agreement’s obligations commence; often the signing date
Schedule each deliverable with a specific due date or window
Commonly 24–72 hours for brand review and revision requests
Net terms (e.g., Net 30) or payment upon acceptance should be specified
Include required notice period for early termination, typically 7–30 days
| 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 | 7-day trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
A consumer brand contracts an influencer to produce three short-form videos and two stories
An agency hires a creator to promote a local event with one livestream and four posts
Finalize terms and scope, then prepare the contract for signature
Obtain signatures and distribute executed copies to stakeholders
Creator uploads deliverables by agreed dates for review and approval
Collect performance metrics and settle any bonuses or reconciliations