Photo Release Form
A Photo Release Form allows for the production and publication of photos in exchange for payment, by providing the necessary consent and clarifying the rights of both parties.
4.5 (19 reviews)
Last updated December 18, 2024
Under 5 minutes
Suitable for Australia
Written by
Edwin Montoya Zorrilla
Reviewed by
Damin Murdock
Document Overview
Use this Photo Release Form if:
- You are a photographer who would like the rights to photographs of models or other individuals in order to publish content.
- You are a model and you wish to transfer the rights of your photographs to someone else.
- Note that for models under the age of 18, a legal guardian must countersign the form on the child’s behalf. The forms are encouraged to be in writing.
The Legal Risk Score of a Photo Release Form Template
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- The document grants extensive control over the use and modification of the photographs to one party, including the right to edit, delete, and alter the photographs without any obligation to consult or gain approval from the photographed individual.
- The individual being photographed relinquishes all claims to ownership and copyright of the photographs, allowing the other party complete ownership and the freedom to exploit these images in any manner, including future media not yet invented.
- There is a complete waiver of moral rights and any potential claims for infringement or misuse of the photographs, which significantly limits the legal recourse available to the photographed individual should they disagree with the use of their images.
Photo Release Form Checklist
Complete your free Photo Release Form with our checklist
Ensure Proper Execution
Make sure both parties sign the document to legally validate the agreement.
Secure Storage
Keep the original document in a secure location and provide copies to all relevant parties to ensure everyone has access to the agreed terms.
Monitor Usage
Regularly review how the photographs are being used to ensure compliance with the terms set out in the release.
Update as Necessary
Consider updating the agreement if the scope of the photographic project changes significantly or new uses for the photographs emerge.
What does this Photo Release Form cover?
- Payment
- Ownership
- Rights
- Release
- Credit
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