Artist & Representative Contract Agreement
Between the undersigned:
SAB MUSIC DEALER
Registered under SIRET number 891 800 666 00010,
With its registered office at 840 Chemin de la Daby, 83330 Le Beausset,
Hereinafter referred to as “the Representative”.
And
• [Name of the Artist or Business Representative]
Registered under [SIRET or equivalent ID if applicable],
With its registered office at [Address],
Hereinafter referred to as “the Partner”.
Article 1 – Purpose
The purpose of this agreement is to authorize the Representative to present, exploit, and negotiate the titles owned by the Rights Holder for use in audiovisual works (films, series, advertisements, video games, documentaries, digital content, etc.) within the framework of synchronization placements (“sync”).
Article 2 – Titles Concerned
The works covered by this agreement are the compositions that are 100% owned by the Rights Holder, recorded, and exploited under their name.
Article 3 – Scope of the Mandate
- Present the Rights Holder’s works to production companies, agencies, music supervisors, or other synchronization-related professionals.
- Actively promote the Rights Holder’s titles within its catalogues, playlists, and commercial presentations.
- Negotiate the terms of use and exploitation with third parties, subject to final approval by the Rights Holder.
All synchronization proposals must be submitted to the Rights Holder for written approval before final confirmation.
Article 4 – Publishing Rights
- If the work is not yet published, the Representative becomes the publisher for 100% of the publishing rights (or, in accordance with industry practices, in its name and that of the Rights Holder).
- If the work is already published, the Representative becomes the co-publisher with a share of 50% of the publishing rights of the exploited composition.
This assignment or co-publishing is automatic upon validation of each synchronization placement.
Article 5 – Compensation
The Representative shall receive a commission of 50% of all net amounts received from synchronization licenses secured through their efforts. Revenues include synchronization fees and any fixed or variable remuneration paid by the audiovisual producer. Payment shall be made within 30 days following the receipt of funds by the Rights Holder or their representatives.
Article 6 – Term
This agreement is entered into for an initial term of 12 months from the date of signature. It shall be automatically renewed for successive periods of one year unless terminated by either Party with a registered mail notice at least 30 days before the renewal date.
Article 7 – Territory
This mandate is valid worldwide.
Article 8 – Obligations of the Representative
- Actively promote the works to its audiovisual partners.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all information received.
- Inform the Rights Holder of opportunities, proposals, and obtained synchronizations.
- Not alter or modify the works without the Rights Holder’s written consent.
Article 9 – Obligations of the Rights Holder
- Guarantee that they hold all the necessary rights to authorize the Representative to present the works.
- Provide the Representative with audio files, metadata, visuals, and all relevant materials for promotion.
- Not assign or grant exclusive rights to third parties that would conflict with this agreement.
Article 10 – Warranties
The Rights Holder shall indemnify the Representative against any third-party claims relating to the ownership or exploitation of the works. The Representative guarantees the Rights Holder fair, transparent, and professional compliance in exploitation.
Article 11 – Confidentiality
The Parties agree not to disclose to third parties the terms of this agreement, nor any information relating to negotiations or financial conditions of the obtained synchronizations.
Article 12 – Termination
- In the event of a serious breach by one of the Parties, after a formal notice remaining unanswered for 30 days.
- At any time, by mutual agreement between the Parties.
Any synchronization confirmed before the effective termination date shall remain subject to the commission set forth in Article 5.
Article 13 – Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This agreement is governed by French law. Any dispute relating to its interpretation or execution shall be submitted to the competent courts of Toulon.
