What is a ‘work-for-hire’ agreement?

A ‘work-for-hire’ agreement is a type of contract in Kansas art law that outlines the terms of the employment between an artist and a client. It states that a work created by the artist for a client is the property of the client, and the artist will not retain any rights to it. The client will own the copyright to the work, and the artist will receive a one-time fee or salary for their work. This type of agreement is often used in cases where a client commissions an artist to make something for them, such as a logo or an advertisement. The agreement also stipulates that the artist agrees not to make any derivative works of the commissioned work, meaning that they cannot create any sequels or adaptations of the original work. This type of agreement is common in the art world and can provide both the client and the artist with clear legal boundaries, limiting liability and clearly defining the rights of each party.

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