AUTHOR AGREEMENT & TERMS OF SERVICE
By purchasing one of our Santa Read Aloud services you agree to the following. Agreement
(“Agreement”) between you the author(“Author”) and North Pole Story Time, LLC
(“Producer”), with the participation of Joe Neely as Santa (“Talent”), collectively referred to
as the “Parties.”
1.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Author is submitting a picture book (“Work”), 1200 words or less, to be featured in a video
production project (“Project”) that includes:
- A recorded reading of the Work by Talent (as Santa)
- Scripted commentary to accompany the video, performed by Talent
- A 30-second promotional advertisement for the Work
2.
GRANT OF RIGHTS
Author hereby grants Producer and Talent the non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use the
Work for the purposes of this Project, including recording, editing, and distributing the
content as described, see Section 3.
3.
OWNERSHIP AND USAGE RIGHTS
- Author Ownership:
Upon completion of the Project and receipt of full payment, Author retains full ownership of the original Work and the final produced video, including the promotional advertisement. - Talent Rights:
Talent retains the perpetual, royalty-free right to use the final produced video (including the reading and promotional content) for promotional purposes and may post the content on any owned or controlled social media platforms, websites, or streaming services, without additional compensation to the Author. - Producer Rights:
Producer retains the perpetual, royalty-free right to include the final produced video (in whole or in part) in its portfolio, showreels, case studies, or promotional materials.
4.
PAYMENT
Author agrees to pay Producer a flat fee of $475 USD for the Project for one book, $625 USD
for two books, and $725 for three books.
- Payment is due in full prior to recording.
- Work on the Project will not begin until payment is received.
- Payment may be made via the NorthPoleStoryTime.com website.
5.
DELIVERY
Upon completion of the Project, Producer will deliver the following to the Author:
Final video file(s) in MP4 format, including:
- A full version with reading and commentary
- A 30-second promotional ad for the Work
6.
AUTHOR MATERIALS
To facilitate production and editing, Author agrees to provide the following:
- One hard copy of the Work (book), to be received at least one week prior to scheduled filming
- A digital version of the Work (PDF or Kindle Unlimited link) for scripting and editing
reference
Producer and Talent agree that the digital copy of the Work will be used solely for the
following production purposes:
- Preparing scripts and timing for the read-aloud and commentary
- Incorporating visuals of the Work into the final edited video, such as showing interior pages or spreads on-screen
- Hard copies will not be returned following production
- All physical books will be donated to a children’s charity based in Ohio, New York, or Illinois
7.
MONETIZATION AND FUTURE USE
- Monetized Use by Talent and Producer:
Author acknowledges and agrees that the produced content may be used on monetized platforms operated by Talent and/or Producer, including but not limited to YouTube, subscription-based channels, and future websites or digital services. No royalties, license fees, or additional compensation shall be due to Author. - Future Projects:
The final produced content may be used in future commercial or promotional projects by Producer and/or Talent, including compilations, special programming, or branded campaigns. - Limitations:
This Agreement does not grant Producer or Talent the right to license, sell, or distribute the Author’s original Work (text or illustrations) independent of the produced video content. All usage must remain within the context of the recorded production and associated promotional materials. - Visibility Disclaimer:
While your Work may be considered for inclusion on Santa's YouTube channel or other promotional placements, inclusion is not guaranteed. All final publishing decisions will be made at the discretion of the Producer and Talent.
8.
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
Author represents and warrants that:
- They own or control all rights to the Work
- The Work does not infringe upon any copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights of others
- They have full authority to grant the rights set forth in this Agreement
9.
CREDIT
Producer and Talent will make reasonable efforts to credit the Author in the video and/or in
associated descriptions where feasible.
10.
MISCELLANEOUS
- This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties.
- Any amendments must be made in writing and signed by all Parties.
- This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio.