Once you know your tax liabilities, include any requirements in your contracts. You may need tax documents in certain countries. You’re running your own company, so protect your cash flow by specifying payment terms in every written contract. Deliverables and milestonesĮvery client has a deadline and your agreement should include it, so all parties understand when work should be delivered.

Protect your time and effort by specifying the editing and approval process in your proposal and agreement. Specific details about plagiarism, tools, and any website editing should be included. Your agreement with your clients should describe your services. Your scope section should also include any requirement of specific hours to be worked, if any. Start every job with a clear understanding of what the client expects you to deliver. Each cinematographer agreement should contain sections dedicated to these topics: Scope of the project