AI Generated American Model Release Form
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This Model Release Form is entered into by and between the undersigned individual hereinafter referred to as the Releasor and the entity or individual receiving the rights granted herein hereinafter referred to as the Releasee.

The Releasor hereby irrevocably grants to the Releasee and the Releasee's successors assigns licensees and designees the perpetual exclusive worldwide right and license to use reproduce distribute display and modify the Releasor's image likeness voice and name in print media electronic media broadcast media digital media AI-generated content and advertising media for commercial non-commercial and promotional purposes.

The Releasor acknowledges that the rights granted herein include the right to alter or modify the Releasor's image likeness voice or name in any manner that the Releasee deems appropriate including but not limited to digital alterations AI enhancements and synthetic media generation.

The Releasor waives any right to inspect or approve the finished product or any copy or any use to which the finished product may be applied.

In consideration for the rights granted herein the Releasee shall provide the Releasor with [INSERT AMOUNT OR DESCRIPTION OF CONSIDERATION e.g. the sum of $____ or other valuable consideration] which the Releasor acknowledges as sufficient and adequate consideration for all rights granted under this agreement and confirms receipt thereof.

The Releasor represents and warrants that the Releasor is at least eighteen years of age or the age of majority in the Releasor's jurisdiction of residence and has full authority to grant the rights and permissions described in this Model Release Form. If the Releasor is under the age of 18 or the age of majority a parent or legal guardian must sign on the Releasor's behalf as provided in Section 4.5 below.

The Releasor represents and warrants that the use of the Releasor's image likeness voice or name as authorized herein will not violate any right of any third party including but not limited to any copyright trademark right of publicity or right of privacy.

The Releasor represents and warrants that there are no prior claims restrictions or agreements that would interfere with the grant of rights provided in this agreement.

The Releasor represents and warrants that this agreement complies with all applicable federal and state laws including but not limited to privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and any other data privacy regulations if personal data is involved.

If the Releasor is a minor: The undersigned parent or legal guardian of the Releasor hereby represents and warrants that they are the parent or legal guardian of the Releasor have the full legal authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of the minor and consent to all terms herein including the grant of rights release and waiver. Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________ Printed Name: _______________________________ Relationship to Minor: _______________________________ Date: _______________

The Releasor hereby releases and discharges the Releasee from any and all claims liabilities demands and causes of action that the Releasor may have arising out of or in connection with the use of the Releasor's image likeness voice or name including but not limited to any claims for defamation invasion of privacy false light misappropriation of likeness infringement of rights under the Copyright Act of 1976 the Lanham Act common law or statutory rights of publicity or privacy in any jurisdiction post-mortem rights of publicity or any similar claims under federal state or common law.

The Releasor waives any and all rights under California Civil Code Section 3344 New York Civil Rights Law Sections 50-51 Indiana right of publicity statutes and any similar laws in other jurisdictions that may limit the use of the Releasor's likeness for commercial purposes including post-mortem rights where applicable. This waiver extends to any digital alterations AI-generated uses or synthetic media.

The Releasor acknowledges that the Releasee shall own all rights title and interest in any works created by the Releasee that incorporate the Releasor's image likeness voice or name including all copyrights and trademarks therein.

The Releasor agrees not to assert any moral rights or similar rights in connection with the works created by the Releasee.

The Releasor agrees to indemnify defend and hold harmless the Releasee from any and all claims damages liabilities costs and expenses including reasonable attorneys' fees arising out of any breach of the Releasor's representations warranties or covenants contained in this agreement.

Nothing in this agreement shall be construed as creating an employment relationship partnership or joint venture between the parties. The Releasor is an independent party and not an employee of the Releasee.

This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings whether oral or written.

If any provision of this agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable such provision shall be severed from the agreement and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this agreement shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County California and the parties hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

This agreement is effective as of the date of the last signature below (the "Effective Date").