FREE 10+ Sample Media Release Forms in MS Word | PDF

In today’s world where everyone gets photographed whether intentionally or inadvertently and being posted on social media, there may be some consequences to such actions. In some cases, there may be people who don’t want their images plastered all over without their permission. Before you decide to shoot that footage and post it on social media, you have to make sure you’ll have everyone sign media release forms so there won’t be any objections.

In today’s world where everyone gets photographed whether intentionally or inadvertently and being posted on social media, there may be some consequences to such actions. In some cases, there may be people who don’t want their images plastered all over without their permission. Before you decide to shoot that footage and post it on social media, you have to make sure you’ll have everyone sign media release forms so there won’t be any objections.

Our Sample Forms for media release have different kinds that any user can choose from. These are all free to download and print and are available in both Word Doc and PDF file formats.

Sample Social Media Release Form

Media Consent Release Form in PDF

Standard Media Release Form

Media Waiver Release Form

General Media Release Form

The issue of privacy is one of utmost concern anybody, not just Hollywood stars, values. Over the years, issues of stalking not only hounded movie stars but individual citizens as well. For children, the concern of pedophilia in some parts of the world are a real concern.

It has become normal procedure for schools nowadays to issue media release forms for parents to sign in behalf of school kids. This is to ensure that in case of any school publication that has pictures or videos with kids on it released to the public and social media, there are no angry parents threatening to sue.

By signing the media release forms, the signatories waive their right to disapprove or object the use of their faces or the finished publication. For parents who sign for their kids, a minor release form is needed since the parents are the ones who need to approve in behalf of their kids. Media release forms are typically for those who are 18 and above only and who have the ability to be able to understand what they are signing for and responsible for their own actions.

For photographers who need to publish material and need permission for a person to be featured in the publication, we have Sample Model Release Forms that can be used as agreement to allow you to publish the person’s image. We also offer free downloadable Sample Lien Release Forms for  those who need to let contractors waive any claims to a finished project.

Media Photo Release Form Example

Media Release Permission Form

Student Media Release Form

Printable Adult Media Release Form

Media Release Form for Non Profit Organization

Media release forms are generally used for film and photography agreements to prevent any complications when the finished product is published. In most instances when film companies are shooting in public places, it’s impossible to have every passerby sign release forms. Besides it not commercially viable, it’s too time-consuming and an almost impossible task to undertake. The solution is to put up a sign or a notice that’s visible to the public and stating to anyone who happens to pass by in the process of filming that they agree to be on the film. It saves a lot of hassle and paperwork.

The best possible approach when filming and covering all the bases would be to bring media release forms, minor release forms, and location release forms to avoid any unnecessary inconvenience. Consult a lawyer to go over the forms and let everyone concerned sign the sample forms before doing the filming or photography. It’s the only way to be sure.

In case anybody would need Sample Release of Liability Forms for release of any liability in case of injury or similar circumstances, our website offers these also free to download and print in Word Doc and PDF files.