A podcast is a business! When you have your own show, it’s important that the intellectual property rights are properly taken care of from start to finish! When the producer wishes to hire a Host to provide certain hosting services in connection with the Podcast, use this Podcast Host Agreement to record the duties and obligations of the Producer and Host to each other in connection with these services. The right podcast contract will help ensure a professional experience and ownership rights and protect all parties from future problems. Creators Legal is the fastest and easiest way to create professional contracts for your podcast. All our templates have been built by legal professionals to ensure that the contract aligns with applicable laws and regulations and protects the rights and interests of both parties involved. The Podcast Host Agreement Template is a legal document that  covers the essential elements of the relationship, such as:
    • Host Episodes
    • Ownership Rights
    • Host Duties and Obligations
    • Use Rights of Recording
    • Compensation
    • Recording Schedule
    • And More!
  Creating a contract ensures that the parties making the agreement will have all the proper terms and conditions laid out before the engagement. Other names for this Document: Podcast Host Contract, Host Agreement for Podcast, Host Contract for Podcast, Host Contract for Podcast, Host Agreement, Podcast Host Agreement Template Approximate time to complete contract:  6-7 Minutes Single-Use Contract Unless Purchased with a Subscription

What is it?

What is a podcast host agreement? Podcast Host Agreement Template is a legal contract that establishes the terms and conditions between a podcast host/producer and an individual or entity serving as the host of the podcast.

This standard Podcast contract covers:

  • The Start Date of the Agreement
  • The name of the Podcast
  • The Date of the Recording
  • The Release of Rights by the Podcast Host
  • The Use Rights of the Recording, including promotion and advertising rights.
  • The Rights and Responsibilities of the Parties
  • Work-For-Hire Language
  • The transfer of intellectual property rights to the Podcast Recording.
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution Issues, including Venue & Choice of Law

How does it work?

Use this document to explain the relationship between the Producer of the Podcast and a Host:

Some things needed to build your custom Podcast Host Agreement:

  • Names of the Parties
  • Addresses of the Parties
  • Emails of the Parties
  • Name of the Podcast Production
  • Dates of Recording
  • State for Venue and Choice Provisions

Once you have completed drafting the Podcast Host Agreement, you will be able to save to edit further, download a PDF or send to the other party for electronic signature.

Our Industry-Standard contracts are all drafted by media and entertainment attorneys to make sure you have the right agreements to protect your work and your productions.