FREELANCE CONTRACT
A freelance contract between a provider and a client, ready to customize, send, and e-sign.
PREPARED FOR
Acme Co
PREPARED BY
Northwind Studio
DATE
August 18, 2026
FREELANCE CREATOR CONTRACT
An agreement between Northwind Studio and Acme Co covering the creative deliverables described in the scope, usage rights, and payment terms.
PREPARED FOR
Acme Co
PREPARED BY
Northwind Studio
DATE
August 18, 2026
Northwind Studio
FREELANCE CREATOR CONTRACT
This agreement is entered into by Northwind Studio (the "Creator") and Acme Co (the "Client") for the engagement described below. It sets out the key terms, deliverables, fees, and acceptance required to move forward.
DELIVERABLES
As listed
Creative pieces described in the fee table.
REVISIONS
2 rounds
Included revision rounds per deliverable.
USAGE
12 months
License term for the delivered work, extendable by written amendment.
The Client wishes to engage the Creator on the terms described in this contract. Both parties confirm they have the authority to enter this agreement and that it supersedes any prior verbal or written understanding on the same subject.
Northwind Studio
FREELANCE CREATOR CONTRACT
The engagement runs across three phases. Each closes with a written deliverable and a review before the next begins.
PHASE 1 · BRIEF
Kickoff call, creative brief, and shared references that anchor the direction of every deliverable.
PHASE 2 · CREATION
Production of the scoped deliverables, with shared previews as work reaches shareable milestones.
PHASE 3 · REVISIONS AND LICENSE
Two revision rounds per deliverable, delivery of final assets in the requested formats, and confirmation of the usage license.
Not included: new deliverables added after the brief is signed, stock assets, third-party licensing, and usage in advertising media not agreed in the brief. New scope can be added in writing at any time.
Northwind Studio
FREELANCE CREATOR CONTRACT
The fees below cover the scope of work in the previous section. Payment terms are set out in the schedule that follows.
| Item | Rate | Qty | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brief and creative direction | $900 | 1 | $900 |
| Deliverable production | $3,600 | 1 | $3,600 |
| Extended usage add-on | $700 | 1 | $700 |
| Total | $5,200 | ||
| Milestone | Share | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| On signature | 50% | $2,250 |
| On delivery | 50% | $2,250 |
| Extended usage add-on | On request | $700 |
The Client receives the usage license described above on final payment. The Creator retains the underlying copyright and the right to include the work in a portfolio.
Northwind Studio
FREELANCE CREATOR CONTRACT
To proceed, complete the fields below and sign. This agreement is valid for 30 days from the date on the cover.
PRIMARY CLIENT CONTACT
PREFERRED KICKOFF DATE
CLIENT
Acme Co
CREATOR
Northwind Studio
The Freelance Creator Contract template is a five-page document for putting an engagement between the Creator and the Client on paper before work begins. It carries an overview with stat cards, a three-phase scope of work, a fee table with a computed total and payment schedule, and an acceptance page with inputs and signatures.
It is intentionally simple: rename what needs renaming in Bonsai, edit the scope and fees to match your engagement, and send. Merge fields handle the party details and date, and the last page collects the fields you need plus both signatures.
Everything below comes pre-configured. Turn sections on or off, edit the copy, or add your own — Bonsai remembers your choices for next time.
How does the usage license work? The Client receives a 12-month license for the deliverables. Extended or exclusive rights can be added in writing for an added fee.
Who owns the copyright? The Creator retains the underlying copyright. The Client's rights are the license described in the contract.
Can I use the work in ads? Advertising use is included only where agreed in the brief; otherwise it can be added as a paid usage extension.