Media Testimonial Release

MEDIA TESTIMONIAL RELEASE

This Media Testimonial Release (the Release) is made effective as of by and between:

Parties

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Company produces promotional, marketing and informational content and desires to obtain a testimonial, statement, likeness, and related recordings from Contributor for use in such content; and

WHEREAS, Contributor represents that Contributor has the right to provide the testimonial and authorizes Company to use the testimonial and Contributor's name, voice, image and likeness as provided below; and

WHEREAS, the parties wish to set forth the terms under which Company may record, reproduce and use the testimonial and related materials.

Scope of Work

Contributor will provide a testimonial describing Contributor's experience with Company's products or services. Testimonial content may be provided in written form, audio recording, video recording, or live interview, as described below.

Media types authorized (check all that apply):

Print materials    Company websites    Social media platforms    Broadcast/streaming    Internal corporate communications    Other:

Payment Terms

As consideration for the rights granted in this Release, Company shall pay Contributor the amount of $ .

Late payment shall accrue interest at the lesser of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law. If Company fails to make a scheduled payment within days after notice, Contributor may suspend performance or seek remedies permitted by law. Late fee: $ .

Term and Termination

This Release commences on the Start Date: and continues until unless earlier terminated as provided herein.

Either party may terminate this Release upon written notice to the other party delivered at least days prior to termination. Termination shall not affect Company's right to use any testimonial already recorded and in Company's possession at the time of termination, except where use would violate applicable law or the confidentiality provisions below.

Confidentiality

Contributor acknowledges that the testimonial is intended for public release. The parties agree, however, that any proprietary or trade secret information disclosed by either party in connection with the testimonial process is Confidential Information and will not be disclosed by the receiving party except as required for production or by law. Confidential Information does not include information that is or becomes publicly available other than through breach of this Release.

License, Release and Rights Granted

Contributor hereby irrevocably grants and assigns to Company, its licensees, successors and assigns, the perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free right to record, copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, display, transmit, edit, translate, adapt and otherwise use Contributor's testimonial, name, likeness, voice and biographical material in any media now known or hereafter developed for any lawful purpose. Contributor waives any moral rights in the testimonial and consents to any edits or alterations that do not materially change the context of Contributor's statement.

Representations, Warranties and Indemnification

Contributor represents and warrants that Contributor is at least eighteen (18) years of age, has full power and authority to enter into this Release, that the testimonial is Contributor's original work, truthful, and does not infringe any third-party rights. Contributor will indemnify, defend and hold Company harmless from any claims, damages or liabilities (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of breach of these representations or the use of the testimonial as authorized by this Release.

Publicity, Likeness and Privacy

Contributor consents to Company's use of Contributor's name, photo, voice, video, and testimonial for advertising, promotional, and marketing purposes. Contributor understands that Contributor will not receive further notification or additional compensation beyond what is specified in Payment Terms unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Assignment

Company may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under this Release to any successor, affiliate or third party in connection with a sale, merger or other corporate transaction without the consent of Contributor.

Governing Law

This Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflict of law principles. Venue for any dispute shall be the state or federal courts located in the county where Company maintains its principal place of business.

Entire Agreement

This Release constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings and representations. Any modification to this Release must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Severability

If any provision of this Release is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Additional Provisions

Contributor acknowledges receipt of the consideration described above and affirms that Contributor has had the opportunity to ask questions and consult counsel prior to executing this Release.

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