Animation Services Agreement Template

What Is the Animation Services Agreement?

This agreement is a legally binding contract between an animator and client that establishes project specifications, deliverables, revision policies, and intellectual property ownership. It covers animation style, file formats, source file delivery, milestone payments, and portfolio usage rights.

The template addresses the unique challenges of animation projects including scope changes, client-provided materials, timeline adjustments for delayed feedback, and licensing of third-party assets like stock footage and music. It helps you avoid the most common disputes in animation work: endless revisions, clients refusing final payment, and IP ownership confusion.

 

 

Is This Animation Services Agreement Right for You?

You need this agreement if you're:

• Creating explainer videos for businesses
• Producing motion graphics for marketing campaigns
• Developing character animations for digital content
• Making 2D or 3D animated videos
• Offering whiteboard or kinetic typography animation
• Working on animated product demonstrations

You definitely need this agreement if:

• Clients request endless revisions without additional payment
• You're unclear who owns the animation after delivery
• Clients add scenes or characters mid-project
• You can't showcase your work in your portfolio
• Clients withhold final payment over minor tweaks

 

 

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Keeps You Out of Court: Our Scope of Animation Services article prevents scope creep disputes, Payment Terms section stops payment withholding, and IP Rights provisions eliminate ownership confusion.

 

 

 

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Step 3: Fill In the Highlighted Fields

Customize the template by filling in your information, selecting your preferred options for IP rights and payment terms, and sending it to your client for signature.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this template multiple times?

Yes. Your purchase includes unlimited use for all your animation projects. Use it with as many clients as you need.

Is this contract legally binding?

Yes. This agreement is drafted using standard contract law principles and is enforceable in all 50 states. Both parties must sign for the agreement to be binding.

Does this template cover both 2D and 3D animation?

Yes. The template works for all animation types including 2D character animation, motion graphics, 3D rendering, whiteboard animation, and kinetic typography. You specify the animation style in the project scope section.

What if my client wants to own the source files?

The template includes three options: full transfer of source files, final renders only, or source files available for an additional fee. Choose the option that matches your pricing structure and business model.

How do I handle scope changes mid-project?

The agreement clearly defines what constitutes a scope change and establishes that changes require written approval and additional fees. This prevents clients from expanding the project without compensation.

Can I use this for both freelance and agency work?

Yes. The template works whether you're an individual animator or an animation studio. Simply adjust the party descriptions to reflect your business structure.