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The Composer Work For Hire Agreement is essential for businesses in Saudi Arabia seeking to commission original musical compositions while ensuring clear ownership rights and compliance with local laws. This document is particularly relevant given Saudi Arabia's growing entertainment sector and the increasing demand for original content across various media platforms. The agreement addresses key aspects such as copyright transfer, moral rights, and compensation terms, all within the framework of Saudi Arabian law and Sharia principles. It's commonly used by production companies, media houses, and entertainment businesses when engaging composers for specific projects such as films, games, or advertising campaigns. The document includes comprehensive terms for project scope, delivery requirements, and quality standards, while ensuring proper rights assignment under Saudi Arabia's Copyright Law (Royal Decree No. M/41) and compliance with General Entertainment Authority regulations.

1. Parties: Identification of the commissioning party (the 'Company') and the composer, including full legal names, addresses, and any relevant registration numbers

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the Company's desire to commission musical works and the Composer's qualifications and willingness to create such works

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Musical Works', 'Deliverables', 'Intellectual Property Rights', and other relevant terminology

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the musical composition services to be provided, including type of compositions, duration, style, and specific requirements

5. Engagement Terms: Terms of the work-for-hire relationship, confirming the composer's status as an independent contractor

6. Delivery and Acceptance: Timeline for delivery of compositions, format requirements, and the process for review and acceptance of the works

7. Compensation: Payment terms, including fee structure, payment schedule, and any additional compensation for revisions or extra services

8. Ownership and Rights: Clear statement of copyright ownership, assignment of rights, and work-for-hire provisions in compliance with Saudi law

9. Moral Rights: Treatment of moral rights under Saudi law, including attribution rights and integrity rights

10. Warranties and Representations: Composer's warranties regarding originality of work and non-infringement of third-party rights

11. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and project details

12. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances under which it may be terminated

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: Specification of Saudi law as governing law and method of dispute resolution in compliance with Saudi regulations

14. General Provisions: Standard clauses including force majeure, notices, and compliance with Sharia principles