contract-helper

name	contract-helper
description	Helps draft and review influencer agreements covering compensation, deliverables, usage rights, exclusivity, and compliance requirements. Ensures both parties are protected with clear terms.

Contract Helper

This skill helps you create and review influencer partnership agreements. Clear contracts protect both brand and creator while setting expectations for successful collaborations.

When to Use This Skill

• Drafting new influencer contracts
• Reviewing incoming influencer agreements
• Negotiating contract terms
• Understanding standard contract clauses
• Creating contract templates
• Ensuring legal compliance

What This Skill Does

1. Contract Drafting: Creates comprehensive agreement frameworks
2. Term Review: Analyzes key contract provisions
3. Negotiation Support: Identifies areas for negotiation
4. Risk Assessment: Flags potential issues
5. Template Creation: Builds reusable agreement templates
6. Compliance Check: Ensures regulatory requirements are met

Important Note

⚠️ This skill provides general guidance and templates. Always have contracts reviewed by legal counsel before execution.

How to Use

Draft a Contract

Draft an influencer agreement for [deliverables] with [compensation terms]

Create a contract template for micro-influencer partnerships

Review Terms

Review these contract terms from an influencer agency: [terms]

Understand Clauses

Explain the usage rights section in influencer contracts

Instructions

When a user requests contract help:

1. Gather Contract Parameters

   ### Contract Parameters
   
   **Parties**:
   - Brand/Company: [name]
   - Influencer/Creator: [name or TBD for template]
   
   **Partnership Details**:
   - Campaign: [name/description]
   - Duration: [start-end dates]
   - Deliverables: [what influencer will create]
   - Compensation: [payment terms]
   
   **Additional Terms**:
   - Usage rights: [requirements]
   - Exclusivity: [yes/no, scope]
   - Approval process: [requirements]
   - Platform(s): [where content will be posted]
   

2. Draft Agreement Framework

   # INFLUENCER PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT
   
   ---
   
   **This Agreement** is entered into as of [DATE] ("Effective Date") by and between:
   
   **Company**: [COMPANY NAME], a [STATE] [corporation/LLC] with offices at [ADDRESS] ("Brand")
   
   and
   
   **Creator**: [INFLUENCER NAME], an individual residing at [ADDRESS/CITY, STATE] ("Influencer")
   
   Collectively referred to as the "Parties."
   
   ---
   
   ## 1. SCOPE OF WORK
   
   ### 1.1 Campaign Description
   
   Influencer agrees to create and publish content promoting Brand's [PRODUCT/SERVICE/CAMPAIGN] (the "Campaign") as detailed below.
   
   ### 1.2 Deliverables
   
   | Platform | Content Type | Quantity | Specifications |
   |----------|--------------|----------|----------------|
   | [Platform] | [Type] | [#] | [Details] |
   | [Platform] | [Type] | [#] | [Details] |
   
   **Total Deliverables**: [#] content pieces
   
   ### 1.3 Content Requirements
   
   All content must:
   - [Requirement 1]
   - [Requirement 2]
   - [Requirement 3]
   - Comply with all applicable laws and platform terms of service
   - Include proper sponsorship disclosures as required by FTC guidelines
   
   ### 1.4 Timeline
   
   | Milestone | Date |
   |-----------|------|
   | Agreement Execution | [Date] |
   | Product Shipment | [Date] |
   | Content Submission for Review | [Date] |
   | Content Approval/Feedback | [Date] |
   | Content Publication | [Date/Window] |
   | Campaign Conclusion | [Date] |
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Brand agrees to compensate Influencer as follows:
   
   | Item | Amount |
   |------|--------|
   | Base Fee | $[AMOUNT] |
   | [Additional Item] | $[AMOUNT] |
   |  |  |
   
   
   
    [PERCENTAGE]% ($[AMOUNT]) upon execution of this Agreement
    [PERCENTAGE]% ($[AMOUNT]) upon content publication
   
   OR
   
    Full payment within [NUMBER] days of content publication
   
   
   
   Payment will be made via [PAYMENT METHOD] to:
   
   [Payment details to be provided by Influencer]
   
   
   
   Influencer is responsible for all applicable taxes. Brand will issue a 1099 form if required by law.
   
   
   
   : Influencer will receive [PERCENTAGE]% commission on verified sales generated through unique tracking link/code: [CODE/LINK]
   
   : [If applicable, describe bonus structure]
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Influencer retains ownership of all original content created under this Agreement ("Content").
   
   
   
   Influencer grants Brand a [EXCLUSIVE/NON-EXCLUSIVE], [ROYALTY-FREE/PAID], [WORLDWIDE/TERRITORY-LIMITED] license to:
   
    [ ] Repost Content on Brand's owned social media channels
    [ ] Use Content in paid social media advertising
    [ ] Use Content on Brand's website
    [ ] Use Content in email marketing
    [ ] Use Content in presentations and sales materials
    [ ] Use Content in out-of-home advertising
    [ ] Use Content in print materials
    [ ] Create derivative works from Content
    [ ] Sublicense Content to authorized partners
   
   
   
   This license shall remain in effect for:
   
    [ ] The duration of this Agreement
    [ ] [NUMBER] months from content publication
    [ ] [NUMBER] years from content publication
    [ ] In perpetuity
   
   
   
   Brand [IS/IS NOT] authorized to run paid advertisements using Influencer's identity through:
   
    [ ] Meta Branded Content Ads
    [ ] TikTok Spark Ads
    [ ] YouTube BrandConnect
    [ ] Other: [SPECIFY]
   
   Duration of whitelisting rights: [DURATION]
   Additional compensation for whitelisting: [IF APPLICABLE]
   
   
   
   Brand [MAY/MAY NOT] modify Content. Any modifications require [written approval from Influencer / no approval].
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   During the period from [START DATE] to [END DATE], Influencer agrees not to:
   
    [ ] Promote competing products/services in the [CATEGORY] category
    [ ] Enter into sponsorship agreements with the following competitors: [LIST]
    [ ] Create negative content about Brand or its products
   
   
   
   For purposes of this Agreement, competing brands include but are not limited to:
    [Competitor 1]
    [Competitor 2]
    [Competitor 3]
   
   
   
   Exclusivity compensation is [INCLUDED in base fee / an additional $AMOUNT].
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
    Influencer will submit draft content to Brand by [DATE/DEADLINE]
    Brand will provide feedback within [NUMBER] business days
    Influencer will make requested revisions within [NUMBER] business days
    Brand will provide final approval within [NUMBER] business days
   
   
   
   This Agreement includes up to [NUMBER] rounds of revisions at no additional cost. Additional revisions will be billed at $[AMOUNT] per round.
   
   
   
   Brand may request revisions for:
    Factual inaccuracies
    Brand guideline violations
    Compliance issues
    Quality concerns
   
   Brand may NOT request revisions that fundamentally change Influencer's creative voice.
   
   
   
   If Brand fails to respond within the stated timeline, content will be deemed [APPROVED / NOT APPROVED].
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Influencer agrees to comply with all Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines regarding endorsements and testimonials, including but not limited to clear and conspicuous disclosure of the material relationship with Brand.
   
   
   
   All Content must include:
    [ ] #ad or #sponsored hashtag
    [ ] Platform branded content tools where available
    [ ] Verbal disclosure in video content
    [ ] Clear written disclosure in caption
   
   
   
   Influencer agrees to comply with all terms of service and community guidelines of each platform where Content is published.
   
   
   
   [Include any industry-specific requirements - e.g., FDA, alcohol, financial services, etc.]
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
    They have full authority to enter into this Agreement
    They own or have rights to all Content created
    Content will be original and not infringe on third-party rights
    They will provide honest opinions about products/services
    All claims made are truthful and substantiated
    They have disclosed any material relationships that might affect their endorsement
    Their follower base is authentic (no purchased followers or engagement)
   
   
   
    They have full authority to enter into this Agreement
    Products/services are as described
    They own or have rights to provide any materials given to Influencer
    Payment will be made as agreed
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Both Parties agree to keep confidential all non-public information related to this Agreement, including but not limited to:
    Financial terms
    Campaign strategy
    Unreleased products or information
    Business practices
   
   
   
   Confidentiality obligations survive termination for [NUMBER] years.
   
   
   
   Information is not confidential if it:
    Is publicly available
    Was known prior to disclosure
    Is required by law to be disclosed
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Influencer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Brand from any claims arising from:
    Influencer's breach of this Agreement
    Influencer's negligence or misconduct
    Third-party claims related to Content
   
   
   
   Brand agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Influencer from any claims arising from:
    Brand's breach of this Agreement
    Brand's products or services
    Brand's use of Content beyond licensed scope
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Either Party may terminate this Agreement with [NUMBER] days written notice.
   
   
   
   Either Party may terminate immediately if the other Party:
    Materially breaches this Agreement
    Engages in illegal or unethical conduct
    Files for bankruptcy
   
   
   
   Upon termination:
    Influencer will be compensated for work completed
    All Content licenses remain in effect as specified
    Confidentiality obligations survive
    Influencer will remove unpublished Content if requested
   
   
   
   Brand may terminate immediately if Influencer engages in conduct that damages Brand's reputation or is inconsistent with Brand's values, including but not limited to:
    Criminal activity
    Discriminatory behavior
    Controversial public statements
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Influencer is an independent contractor and not an employee of Brand.
   
   
   
   Neither Party may assign this Agreement without written consent.
   
   
   
   This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties.
   
   
   
   Amendments must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
   
   
   
   This Agreement is governed by the laws of [STATE].
   
   
   
   Any disputes will be resolved through [mediation/arbitration/litigation] in [LOCATION].
   
   
   
   If any provision is unenforceable, remaining provisions remain in effect.
   
   
   
   All notices shall be sent to:
   
   : [Address/Email]
   : [Address/Email]
   
   ---
   
   
   
   
   
   Signature: _
   Name: [NAME]
   Title: [TITLE]
   Date: _
   
   
   
   Signature: _
   Name: [NAME]
   Date: _
   
   ---
   

Example

User: "Draft a simple agreement for a micro-influencer to create 2 Instagram posts for $500"

Output: [Simplified agreement appropriate for the scope, covering deliverables, payment, basic usage rights, disclosure requirements, and timeline]

Tips for Better Contracts

1. Be specific - Vague terms cause disputes
2. Be fair - One-sided contracts damage relationships
3. Plan for problems - Include what happens if things go wrong
4. Keep it readable - Complex language creates confusion
5. Get legal review - Always for significant partnerships

Common Negotiation Points

Term	Creator Usually Wants	Brand Usually Wants	Compromise
Usage rights	Limited time	Perpetual	12-24 months
Exclusivity	None or paid extra	Category exclusive	30-60 days, limited category
Revisions	Limited (2)	Unlimited	2-3 with clear scope
Approval	Quick turnaround	Full control	48-72 hours
Payment	Upfront	After posting	50/50 split

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