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MODEL RELEASE: AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION FOR MODEL TO BE IN MEDIA

THIS MODEL RELEASE (the "Agreement") is made and entered into this ________ day of ________________, ________ (the "Execution Date"),

BETWEEN:

Name: ____________________ of
Address: ____________________, _______________, _______________ __________
Email: _______________
Phone: _______________
(the "Artist")

OF THE FIRST PART

-AND-

	Model Name	________________________________________
	Street Address	________________________________________
	City, Province or Territory, Postal code	________________________________________
	Email	________________________________________
	Phone	________________________________________

(the "Model")

OF THE SECOND PART

BACKGROUND:

The Artist may choose or is currently engaged in the business of creating media, which includes but is not limited to engaging in the following activities for personal and commercial gain:
- filming, film/video editing, and film/video production; photography, photo editing, and photo production; digital photography, digital photo editing, and digital photo production; documentary production and editing; sound recordings; sound manipulation and music productions; television production; and web design and production.
The Model consents to being a subject of the Artist in media. The Model will allow the Artist to capture images and sound recordings for use in media.

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Model and Entertainment Release

Alternate Names:

A Model and Entertainment Release is also known as a:

Photo Release
Model Consent and Release
Model Waiver
Standard Model Release Form

What is a Model and Entertainment Release?

A Model and Entertainment Release form is used by photographers or videographers to get permission from models to license or publish their photo for commercial usage.

What is commercial use?

Commercial use of a photograph means that it will be used for advertising purposes, such as to promote a product or service. For example, if a photographer takes a photo of a model wearing jewelry that is going to be published in a magazine as an advertisement for a jewelry company, it is considered to be commercial usage.

Editorial use is not to be confused with commercial use. It means used for the purpose of news, such as newspaper stories, online news articles, or television interviews. Any image that is an accurate depiction of events or facts is considered editorial usage, such as a photo taken of a local business owner to be published in a newspaper about the grand opening of their business. Photos taken for editorial usage do not require a Model Waiver.

When is a Model Release required?

A Model Release is required when photographers intend to publish or license photos of models in print, online, television, or radio advertisements where the model's likeness is identifiable and he or she is portrayed as promoting a product or service (e.g. a model wearing a shirt with a business logo on it).

What is a "model's likeness"?

A model's likeness can include anything that identifies them as a person, including:

Face or silhouette
Identifiable marks, such as tattoos or birthmarks
Voice
Signature
Clothing or uniform
Circumstances, such as location, context, or action

Why should I use a Model and Entertainment Release?

A Model Waiver protects both the model and the photographer. It establishes clear expectations about how the photo will be used and provides proof that the terms of the release were agreed to by both parties.

Because the model acknowledges the use of their likeness in the agreement, the photographer can then license or publish the photo in accordance to the release. This can lower the chances of any future misunderstandings regarding rights of privacy.

Do I need a release for photos that are taken in public?

Typically, photos that are shot on public property do not require a release, unless that photo is going to be used for an endorsement.

What kinds of model releases are there?

There are a few different types of Model and Entertainment Releases, including:

Adult Release: general model release for those who are 18 or older
Minor Release: a release form for those who are under 18 years old, requiring a signature from a parent or legal guardian
Pocket Size Release: a short pocket-sized model release form