This right and permission includes, but is not limited to, the right to use my name, recorded voice, photograph, likeness, and biographical information and any still images and video taken of me during the Episode, or contemporaneously with the recording of the Episode (“Likeness”), and includes the permission to use my Appearance and Likeness for advertising and exploiting the Episode and the Podcast in any media, advertisements, anywhere, in perpetuity.
I understand that I do not have a right of approval over my Appearance, or the use of the Likeness, or a claim against Producer arising out of, or in connection with, any use or alteration of my Appearance or Likeness nor do I have a claim based on invasion of privacy, defamation, false light, or right of publicity.
I understand and agree that the Producer is the sole owner of all intellectual property rights in my Appearance, the Episode, and the Podcast and that my Appearance is a “work made for hire” for the Producer. I also waive all moral rights, if any, that I may have in my Appearance. I further understand that the Payment, if any, is the full and complete compensation for my Appearance and the use of the Likeness and that I have no rights to the results and proceeds of the Podcast, all of which belong to the Producer.
I agree that until the Episode is published by the Producer, that I will not disclose any non-public, confidential information relating to the Producer, the Episode, the Podcast, or my Appearance. I understand that I may not use a copy of my Appearance (or any part of my Appearance), without obtaining the Producer’s prior written approval to do so.
I represent that I will not violate the rights of any third parties, copyrights, rights of privacy, trade secrets, and non-disclosure agreements during my Appearance, and I will indemnify Producer against any claims made against Producer if this occurs.
The Producer may assign this Agreement to any person or entity. I represent that I am an independent contractor and that my Appearance does not create a joint venture or employment relationship between me and the Producer. My sole remedy against the Producer is a claim for direct money damages only via arbitration and I agree to waive the right to seek any form of injunctive relief in connection with this Agreement, and I will not interfere with the exploitation of the Episode and/or the Podcast. I agree that if there is a legal issue between me and the Producer concerning my Appearance, the Likeness that I will resolve the issue through binding arbitration. This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington (“State”), without regard to conflict of laws principles, and all claims must be submitted to arbitration and be resolved in the State. The prevailing Party in arbitration will be entitled to costs and legal fees. Any notices will be sent via email to the addresses in this agreement and will be effective on receipt.
Use of Media Clips : I understand that I may provide media clips (audio, video, images, etc.) for use in the podcast episode(s). By signing this release, I grant the right to broadcast, publish, distribute, and use these media clips in the episode(s) in which I appear and in any promotional materials related to the podcast.
Intellectual Property Rights : I affirm that I hold the necessary rights or have obtained appropriate permissions for any media clips I provide and that their use will not infringe upon the rights of any third parties.
Editing and Broadcast : I acknowledge that the production team have the right to edit the episode(s) at their discretion. The final content may be broadcasted, published, or distributed via various platforms including, but not limited to, online streaming services, social media, and the podcast's official website.
Promotion : I permit Coup Save America to use my name, likeness, voice, and provided media clips for the promotion of the podcast and related activities.
No Obligation to Use : I understand that there is no obligation for Coup Save America to use my appearance or the provided media clips in the podcast or in promotional materials.
This Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into as of
