Photography Contract Template for Australian Photographers
FINALLY, the photography client contract (also known as an agreement) that ends the awkward money chats and protects your work with calm clarity. Downloadable as an editable Microsoft Word document, ready for you to plug-in your details.
$450 (incl GST)
You’re a photographer who’s brilliant at at your craft, but recently you’ve had:
Clients pushing the boundaries with “just one more edit.”
Unpaid invoices or late payments that leave you chasing (and irritated)
Brands using your images without permission or proper credit
That uneasy feeling of sending a contract you hope is solid
You’ve poured heart, creativity, and weekends into building your photography business, but admittedly your legal side hasn’t quite caught up.
You want clarity, boundaries, and confidence… BUT without losing your vibe.
FEATURES
This Photography Service Agreement Template was designed for creatives like you: Australian photographers who want peace of mind and polished professionalism. You’re ready to be taken seriously and respected. And you’ll feel empowered.
Starting your photography business? This contract template gives you that professional edge from day one.
Inside you’ll find:
Clear payment terms: set boundaries around deposits, cancellations, and overdue invoices so you’re not left chasing.
Defined scope and revisions you can customise: no more “just one more edit” moments; everything’s agreed upfront.
Usage rights: protect how your images can (and can’t) be used while maintaining ownership of your work.
Rescheduling and weather clauses: because coastal light and unpredictable weather are part of the job.
Professional polish: drafted by an Australian lawyer with creatives in mind, so it reads beautifully and holds up legally.
THE RESULT?
Calm confidence. Clear boundaries. Clients who take you seriously. Because your art deserves protection and not panic.
RISKS WITH DIY, FREE + LOW COST TEMPLATES
✔ Low cost $0 to $50
✗ Uncertainty if it actually applies in Australia and reflects the appropriate Australian laws - many are drafted for the US and UK
✗ Missing key clauses that actually protect you
✗ Easy to put together with the help of Chat GPT but you spend hours tweaking and wondering if it’s ok
✗ Doesn’t allow you to fully customise and customise scope of services for each client
✗ Looks unprofessional and obviously drafted on a budget
✗ Low peace of mind and you are often left second guessing
JAN JUC LEGAL TEMPLATES
✔ Affordable and worth the peace of mind at $450
✔ Strong protection level: covers payments, deposits, usage rights, cancellations, liability
✔ Important intellectual property protections and clear clauses around edits and usage
✔ Ready-to-use, just need to plug in your details in the Word document
✔ Clean and beautiful layout with simple legal English (no AI-gibberish)
✔ Ongoing support with option Add-On Review by a lawyer you will vibe with and trust
✔ High level of peace of mind as you know it’s solid
✔ Easy to upgrade to a fully customised agreement when you start to grow and gain bigger clients.
✔ Looks polished, professional and clients will take you seriously.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Meet the lawyer behind Jan Juc Legal templates
Bex McAllum
Hi, I’m Bex, the lawyer behind Jan Juc Legal. And yes, you can actually talk to me.
If you’d like an extra layer of confidence before sending your contract, you can book an additional 30-minute ($220) or 60-minute review session ($440) add-on where I’ll walk you through your agreement, help you tailor it to your business, and answer any “is this normal?” questions that come up.
Think of it as a calm, judgment-free space to get clarity — so your contract not only protects you, but feels right for how you work.
Most creatives say this is the part that turns “I hope this is fine” into “Oh yep, I’ve got this!”
TESTIMONIALS
FAQs
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Once you purchase, you’ll receive immediate access to your editable Microsoft Word doc
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You will receive a link to Download the file (your link expires after 24 hours—so save it straight away!);
Read the instructions page and personalise the agreement with your branding and details;
Use the red-text prompts as guidance throughout;
Reuse for future shoots—just update as needed
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This is left open for you to specify when you customise the agreement. E.g. you could say “none” or you could include 2 rounds of revision.
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You insert details into the agreement relevant to your client e.g. their name, the location of the shoot, details of what is included and excluded in your services, cancellation details and how they can use your images. It is easy to identify where you need to insert this as it is indicated in red text.
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Nope. Jan Juc Legal is a law firm, but when you purchase and use this downloadable product, we’re not acting as your lawyer or providing tailored legal advice to your specific advice. This document is a general-use legal tool. If you wish to seek legal advice, you need to make a booking with us via our website.
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Yes, you can! There is a box for you to describe the services you will be providing and you will put a lot of those details in that box.
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No. This template is general legal information. It’s designed for start-up Australian photographers running standard shoots and event,but if your business involves:
Complex licensing or publication rights
International clients or cross-border delivery
Sensitive subject matter or extensive work with minors
Studio teams or multi-shooter contracts
….you should consider getting tailored legal advice and a custom legal agreement drafted by us. These start at $1490 (incl. GST).
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We love helping those who are unsure. And while this template is a strong starting point, it is important to know that it hasn’t been tailored to your unique photography services. If you’d like legal help reviewing or adapting it to your specific circumstances, we offer:
30 minute review ($220) or 60-minute legal review sessions ($440);
Custom photography contracts – from $1490 (incl GST) tailored to your services, clients.
Book here or email hello@janjuclegal.com.au for any questions.
> A Note Before You Download
Remember, this template is general legal information only. It’s designed for Australian photographers running standard shoots and events—but if your business involves:
Complex licensing or publication rights
International clients or cross-border delivery
Sensitive subject matter or extensive work with minors
Studio teams or multi-shooter contracts
…..you should really consider getting tailored legal advice and a custom legal agreement. Without knowing your specific situation, we are unable to promise you that this template fits your business.
> Legal Disclaimer
Jan Juc Legal is a law firm, but when you purchase and use this downloadable product, we’re not acting as your lawyer or providing tailored legal advice. If you wish to seek specific legal advice, you will need to speak to one of our lawyers by booking an appointment.
All copyright in this document belongs to Jan Juc Legal. You are granted a one-use, non-exclusive, royalty-free, revocable licence to use this document in your business or for personal use. You may not copy, share, reproduce, or use this document for commercial resale or in competition with Jan Juc Legal.