This Model Release (the “Release”) is entered into as of the below-listed date by the undersigned “Model” in favor of The Scare Factor, LLC with a principal place of business at 5877 S Hanover Saluda Road, Hanover, IN 47243 (the “Producer”).
PERMISSION TO TAKE AND USE MEDIA.
The Model grants the Producer and its employees, agents, independent contractors, licensees, successors, and assigns (the “Producer’s Agents”) the full irrevocable right and permission to take pictures, portraits, digital images, videos, or photographs of the Model and the Model’s property or in which the Model and/or such Property may be included (the “Media”) and use, reuse, publish, republish, reproduce, edit, alter, and otherwise exploit the Media, in whole or in part, and in conjunction with the Model’s name for any lawful purpose whatsoever, except pornography, and in all forms of media now known or unknown, including, but not limited to internet content, social media posts, YouTube videos, billboards, and advertisements (the “Media Use”).
RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS.
The Model grants and assigns to the Producer and the Producer’s Agents all right, title, and interest in and to the Media, including, but not limited to, copyright. The Model understands and agrees that the Media and all raw digital files shall be the sole property of the Producer and [he][she] shall have no right to: (i) inspect or approve the Media; (ii) inspect or approve any text, graphics, images, or other content created in connection with or combined with the Media; or (iii) receive any royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the Media Use.
RELEASE.
The Model agrees to release, discharge, and hold harmless the Producer and the Producer’s Agents from any and all damages, liabilities, costs, expenses, claims, and/or judgments of any kind or nature whatsoever arising from the Media Use, including, but not limited to, those based on copyright infringement, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, libel, defamation, or false light, or resulting from any alteration, blurring, optical illusion, use in composite form, distortion, or other modification that may occur, intentionally or otherwise, in connection with taking the Media, processing the Media, or the Media Use. The Model acknowledges and agrees that this Release is binding on the Model’s heirs, legal representatives, and assigns.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK & GENERAL LIABILITY WAIVER.
The Model acknowledges that visiting haunted attractions and related experiences involves inherent risks, including but not limited to dark environments, uneven terrain, startle scares, fog, strobe lights, and moving props. The Model voluntarily assumes all physical and psychological risks associated with attending these events. The Model agrees to hold harmless, release, and indemnify The Scare Factor, LLC, its owners, and its agents from any and all claims, injuries, damages, or liabilities, whether physical, emotional, or financial, arising out of their participation in these visits or travel to and from the locations.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & CONFIDENTIALITY.
The Model agrees to act safely, soberly, and respectfully at all times while representing or accompanying The Scare Factor. The Model agrees to follow all rules set by the host attraction. Furthermore, the Model agrees not to disclose any non-public information, backstage access, trade secrets, or proprietary review operations witnessed during the visit.
GUARDIAN’S REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES.
The Model hereby represents that [he][she] is 18 years of age or older and has the full legal capacity to execute this Release. The Model further represents that the rights granted under this Release will not conflict with or violate any other commitment the Model has with any other party.
The Model has read this Release prior to signing it and fully understands its contents, meaning, and impact.
