Model Release Forms.

[manipula]

Ahead of the shoot I have next week, I'm needing a model release form. So I thought I'd ask here first to see if anyone has one they're prepared to share before I go scouring the net for all manner of junk alternatives.

Many thanks in advance.

[Grain]

Any good to you?

http://www.sciencephoto.com/media/contact/SPL_SampleModelRelease.pdf

[manipula]

That's not bad, though a bit heavy handed from a reading point of view for a model I'm shooting for free, time for CD etc.

Any others anyone?

[sparcd]

Manipula, that seems to cover the basics you need. I appreciate it looks a bit long winded, but contains all the legal mumbo jumbo needed.

[manipula]

I appreciate the mumbo jumbo is needed in terms of legal stuff, but is there any way to tone that down do you think without making it legally insecure? I can imagine experienced or paid models won't kick off at that but I also suspect that people coming in on a TFCD or first timers will be scared to death of that.

[DanteCaspian]

Best to use something like the above & "not so layman" to do the job, and then paraphrase verbally in person, in plan English to your clients. This also opens for better communication.

[ABrownPhoto]

This was provided by a fellow POTN member. I don't remember who, but I wanted to mention that I DID NOT make this myself:
TFCD Model Release
Date of Shoot: ________________________

Photographer: _______________________________ Model: _____________________________________________

For valuable consideration, Photographer and Model agree as follows:

1. Photographer hereby grants Model the limited right to use and reproduce any and all photographs (the “Photos”) taken on the above shoot date for non-commercial purposes as set forth below. Model hereby grants Photographer the right to use Model’s name, image and likeness in connection with the Photos as set forth below and hereby releases and discharges Photographer from any and all liability for any claims associated therewith.

2. All uses of the Photos by Model shall be for non-commercial purposes only. Non-commercial use is limited to self-promotional usage, such as on-line photo galleries and websites, print portfolios, and/or other non-commercial electronic or print self-advertising, and shall have the sole purpose of promoting Model’s career. The Photos may also be used Model for contests or competitions; provided Photographer shall be notified which Photos have been submitted for such purposes and shall be given appropriate credit for the Photos in such contest or competition.

3. Photographer may use the Photos for any purpose; provided, in the event of any commercial usage Photographer agrees to split ___/ ___ (after expenses) any compensation received from such use of the Photos. Commercial usage includes any usage where Photographer is compensated by a third party for the right to use or reproduce the Photos. Model understands and agrees Photographer shall be entitled to select, in his own discretion, which of the Photos, if any, he wishes to use for any purpose.

4. Model agrees that the copyright for all Photos shall remain the sole and exclusive property of Photographer. The Photos may not be modified, edited, retouched or otherwise altered without Photographer’s prior approval. Photographer’s copyright notice shall not be removed or altered in any way; provided said copyright notice may be cropped out in the event Model wishes to make prints (hard copies) from the Photos for his/her portfolio. Photographer agrees to send Model a disc (CD or DVD) with the Photos within a reasonable time after the shoot (usually within two to four (2-4) weeks).

5. Photographer agrees not to use or allow use of the Photos in ways that would slander, embarrass or attack the character of Model. Model likewise agrees not to take any action that would slander, embarrass, or attack the character of Photographer. In the event of any dispute between the parties they agree to use reasonable good faith measures to resolve their differences and not act in a way which causes harm or ridicule to either party.

6. Model hereby affirms that he/she is 18 years or older and has fully read and understands the above Release and Agreement. This Release and Agreement shall be binding upon the parties and their heirs, legal representatives and assigns.

If not signed below in advance, by accepting the disc containing the Photos, Model agrees to the above.


Dated: ________________Signed:___________________________ __________

Address:__________________________________________ ________________

City:_____________________________________________ ________________

State/Zip:______________________________________________ ____________

Phone:_________________________ email: __________________________________________________ _____
It is actually MORE wordy than the above release form, but i just wanted to contribute to help out! (I like the one posted GRAIN!)

[manipula]

Cheers for those gents, appreciate your time and efforts with this.

[PhotosGuy]

Simple one in post #9:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=967272