Scope
Define precisely which scenes, camera angles, and body areas are permitted or excluded to avoid later interpretation disputes; be specific about partial versus full nudity.
A clear rider reduces ambiguity about what nudity is authorized, protects minors and vulnerable participants, aligns talent and production expectations, and documents consent and any special conditions that affect pay, editing, or distribution. It also supports compliance with industry standards and employer liability management.
Each signatory should retain a signed copy; talent should receive an identical executed version before on-set work begins.
A performer signs to indicate informed consent to the specific uses of nudity, including limits, wardrobe protocols, and distribution rights. If under 18, a guardian must sign and separate child performer protections apply; failing to document age correctly can create criminal and civil liability.
The producer or authorized production representative signs to accept the performer’s limits, confirm on-set protections and compensation, and acknowledge obligations for editing, storage, and distribution consistent with the rider.
Define precisely which scenes, camera angles, and body areas are permitted or excluded to avoid later interpretation disputes; be specific about partial versus full nudity.
Specify use of modesty garments, barriers, closed-set requirements, and allowable on-set personnel to protect performer comfort and privacy.
Document any additional pay, hazard premiums, or buyouts tied to nudity, plus payment timing and conditions for reuse or distribution.
Require government ID checks confirming signers are 18+; detail acceptable documents and who retains copies to avoid statutory violations.
Limit or permit use in specific media, territories, and timeframes; note any separate releases required for marketing or archival use.
Include COVID or other health protocols, on-set comfort breaks, and contact person for complaints or immediate concerns during filming.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature Order | Performer first | Producer second |
| Required Attachments | ID upload | Proof of age |
| Conditional Fields | Show guardian block if under 18 |
| Audit Trail | Enable IP, timestamp, and email capture |
Ensure the platform can export a tamper-evident PDF and retain a reproducible record consistent with ESIGN and UETA requirements.
A model signs a rider allowing non-explicit upper-body shots only
An actor agrees to a specific intimate scene described line-by-line
Provide to talent at least 7 days before the first shoot date
Obtain and record ID no later than call time
Receive fully executed rider before on-set performance
Secure any separate marketing releases prior to release
Note any short-term withdrawal rights in the rider language
| 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 free trial | No | No | Yes, limited | Yes, limited |
| Bulk Send | Yes | 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 |