Official - Independent Contractor Agreement for Creative Contractor (for Firm)
When you're dealing with copyrightable subject matter, it's essential that you address issues of ownership before the contractor begins the job. It's that easy! And, if you ever come under IRS scrutiny, it's important that you have documentation establishing the status of your creative consultant as an independent contractor ("ICs"). If you're an independent contractor, use this form instead: Independent Contractor Agreement for Creative Contractor (for IC) Additional Technical Support FAQs Establish ownership of copyrightable works when you hire a creative consultant as an independent contractor If your firm hires someone to create or contribute copyrightable work, you're hiring a creative consultant. Use this simple agreement to help ensure that your working relationship functions smoothly, to prove that the worker is indeed an independent contractor and not an employee, and to establish copyrights on the finished work product.