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Work Made For Hire Contract
"I need a Work Made For Hire Contract for engaging a software development company to create a custom enterprise resource planning system, with project completion scheduled for June 2025 and including provisions for source code ownership and ongoing maintenance."
1. Parties: Identification of the hiring party (company/individual) and the creator/worker
2. Background: Context of the agreement and general purpose of the work-for-hire arrangement
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Work,' 'Intellectual Property Rights,' and 'Deliverables'
4. Scope of Work: Detailed description of the services or work to be performed
5. Work Made for Hire: Express provision stating that all work is made for hire and belongs to the hiring party
6. Assignment of Rights: Comprehensive transfer of all intellectual property rights to the hiring party
7. Payment Terms: Compensation, payment schedule, and related financial terms
8. Representations and Warranties: Creator's warranties regarding originality of work and right to enter agreement
9. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the project
10. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and circumstances for termination
11. General Provisions: Standard contractual terms including governing law, notices, and amendments
1. Non-Compete: Restrictions on competing activities, used when creator will have access to sensitive business information
2. Equipment and Resources: Details about tools and resources provided by the hiring party, used when specific equipment is needed
3. Moral Rights Waiver: Explicit waiver of moral rights, used for creative works where attribution rights need to be addressed
4. Insurance: Insurance requirements, used when work involves higher-risk activities
5. Training Requirements: Specific training or certification requirements, used when work requires special qualifications
6. Performance Metrics: Specific performance standards and evaluation criteria, used for longer-term or complex projects
1. Schedule A - Scope of Work: Detailed description of deliverables, timelines, and specific requirements
2. Schedule B - Payment Schedule: Detailed breakdown of payment amounts, milestones, and payment terms
3. Schedule C - Specifications: Technical or creative specifications for the work to be produced
4. Schedule D - Approved Subcontractors: List of pre-approved subcontractors if applicable
5. Appendix 1 - Confidential Information: Specific details about what constitutes confidential information
6. Appendix 2 - Required Tools and Equipment: List of tools, software, or equipment required for the work
Authors
Acceptance Criteria
Background IP
Confidential Information
Commencement Date
Commissioned Works
Deliverables
Delivery Date
Documentation
Effective Date
Fees
Force Majeure Event
Intellectual Property Rights
Materials
Moral Rights
New IP
Party/Parties
Personal Data
Pre-existing Works
Project
Project Manager
Representatives
Services
Specifications
Statement of Work
Term
Territory
Third Party Materials
Work Made for Hire
Work Product
Working Day
Appointment
Scope of Work
Work Made for Hire
Assignment of Rights
Intellectual Property
Moral Rights
Delivery and Acceptance
Payment Terms
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Non-Competition
Non-Solicitation
Representations and Warranties
Independent Contractor Status
Term and Duration
Termination
Force Majeure
Indemnification
Insurance
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Amendment
Severability
Notices
Assignment and Subcontracting
Waiver
Third Party Rights
Counterparts
Survival
Technology
Media and Entertainment
Advertising
Publishing
Software Development
Digital Marketing
Creative Arts
Consulting
Education
Manufacturing
Research and Development
Gaming
Architecture
Industrial Design
Fashion
Legal
Human Resources
Procurement
Research & Development
Creative Services
Information Technology
Product Development
Marketing
Innovation
Intellectual Property
Operations
Content Creation
Creative Director
Project Manager
HR Manager
Legal Counsel
Procurement Manager
Chief Technology Officer
Content Manager
Art Director
Software Engineer
Research Scientist
Product Designer
Technical Writer
Graphic Designer
Marketing Manager
Innovation Director
IP Manager
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