StudioOpsPhotography and Film Services Agreement
1. Parties
This agreement is between [Studio name] ("the Studio"), and [Client name] ("the Client").
2. Events and coverage
The Studio will photograph and film the following events: Haldi, Mehendi, Wedding and Reception. Coverage hours for each event are as agreed in the quotation. Extra hours or events are charged separately.
3. Deliverables
600+ edited photographs, a 4-6 minute cinematic film, full-length edited video of each event, and one 40-sheet album.
4. Fee and payment schedule
The total fee is ₹2,50,000. An advance of ₹75,000 (30%) is due on signing and confirms the date. ₹1,00,000 (40%) is due before the first event. The balance of ₹75,000 is due before final delivery. Deliverables are released once the full fee is paid.
5. Delivery timeline
Edited photographs within 45 days and films within 75 days of the last event. The Client gets one round of changes on the film and on the album design, requested within 7 days of receiving them.
6. Travel and stay
Travel, stay and food for the team outside [city] are arranged or paid for by the client.
7. Cancellation and date change
The advance is non-refundable, as the Studio turns down other bookings for these dates. If the Client cancels within 30 days of the first event, 50% of the total fee is payable. A date change is accepted once, subject to the Studio being available on the new date.
8. If the Studio cannot attend
If the Studio cannot cover the event because of illness or emergency, it will send an equally experienced team. If no replacement is possible, all money paid is refunded in full, and this is the limit of the Studio's liability.
9. Copyright and usage
The Studio owns the copyright in all photographs and films. The Client may use them for personal purposes and share them on social media with credit to the Studio. The Studio may use selected work for its portfolio and social media unless the Client asks otherwise in writing before the event.
10. Data and backup
The Studio keeps a backup of the final deliverables for 6 months after delivery. After that, the Client is responsible for keeping their own copies.
11. Limitation
The Studio is not responsible for coverage missed because of venue restrictions, guest interference, delays in the event schedule, or rituals that happen outside the agreed coverage hours.
12. Governing law
This agreement is governed by the laws of India. Any dispute is subject to the courts of [city].
Signed for the Studio: ____________________
Date: __________
Signed by the Client: ____________________
Date: __________