Yes, Stir’s contract tool allows you to add custom clauses to your agreements, giving you the flexibility to tailor contracts to your specific campaign needs. Whether you’re working on a high-profile campaign or managing sensitive brand information, including specific clauses ensures both parties are clear on the terms of the collaboration.
Here’s how you can include and manage specific clauses in your agreements on Stir.
Why Include Specific Clauses?
Custom clauses provide clarity and define the boundaries of your collaboration. They are essential for:
Protecting Your Brand: Outline how your brand assets and content can be used.
Setting Expectations: Clarify deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities.
Safeguarding Confidentiality: Ensure sensitive campaign details are not shared publicly.
Preventing Conflicts of Interest: Restrict influencers from working with competitors during the campaign.
Including specific clauses strengthens the agreement and helps avoid misunderstandings or disputes.
Common Clauses to Consider
Stir’s contract tool allows you to add various custom clauses. Here are some commonly included terms:
1. Exclusivity Clause
Prohibits the influencer from promoting competitors during the campaign or for a set period after.
Example: “The influencer agrees not to collaborate with competing brands in the [industry] for 30 days after the campaign.”
2. Usage Rights
Defines how the content created by the influencer can be used and for how long.
Example: “The brand has the right to use the content across all platforms for a duration of 12 months.”
3. Confidentiality Clause
Ensures the influencer does not disclose sensitive campaign details or trade secrets.
Example: “The influencer agrees to keep all campaign details, including product information, confidential.”
4. Payment Terms
Outlines how and when the influencer will be paid.
Example: “The influencer will receive 50% upfront and 50% upon completion of deliverables.”
5. Termination Clause
Provides terms under which either party can terminate the agreement.
Example: “Either party may terminate the agreement with 7 days’ written notice.”
How to Add Specific Clauses Using Stir’s Contract Tool
Stir makes it easy to include custom clauses in your agreements. Here’s how:
Access the Contract Tool: Navigate to Stir’s contract tool after finalizing the proposal details.
Use the Clause Template: Start with Stir’s pre-built contract template, which includes standard terms.
Add Custom Clauses: Insert additional clauses in the designated section or customize the existing ones.
Review with the Influencer: Share the contract draft with the influencer to ensure mutual agreement on all terms.
Sign the Agreement: Both parties can digitally sign the finalized contract.
Best Practices for Adding Clauses
To ensure a smooth collaboration, follow these best practices when including specific clauses:
Be Clear and Concise: Use straightforward language to avoid confusion.
Discuss Terms in Advance: Communicate with the influencer about the clauses before adding them to the contract.
Seek Mutual Agreement: Ensure both parties agree on the terms to avoid conflicts later.
Consult Legal Advice: For complex or high-value campaigns, consider consulting legal professionals to draft or review the clauses.
The Benefits of Using Stir’s Contract Tool
Stir’s contract tool is designed to simplify and enhance the process of creating agreements. Key benefits include:
Flexibility: Add or customize clauses to fit your campaign’s unique needs.
Professionalism: Present a polished, legally sound agreement to influencers.
Convenience: Manage contracts directly within the Stir platform, streamlining your workflow.
Security: Ensure both parties are legally protected with a signed contract.
Conclusion
Including specific clauses in your agreements is an important step in protecting your brand and ensuring a successful collaboration. With Stir’s contract tool, you can easily add custom terms like exclusivity, usage rights, or confidentiality. Just make sure all terms are clearly communicated and mutually agreed upon before signing.
Start using Stir’s contract tool today to create tailored agreements that meet your campaign needs!