Non-Disclosure Agreement
Secure your intellectual property with a New York non-disclosure agreement tailored for 3D artists. Prevent IP ownership disputes, rendering delays, and unauthorized asset use.
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This Non-Disclosure Agreement (this "Agreement") is entered into as of [effective_date] (the "Effective Date"), by and between [disclosing_party] (the "Disclosing Party") and [receiving_party] (the "Receiving Party"). The Disclosing Party and the Receiving Party may be referred to herein individually as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties."
WHEREAS, the Disclosing Party possesses certain confidential and proprietary information relating to its business, operations, products, services, research, development, technical data, trade secrets, and other matters (collectively, "Confidential Information"); and
WHEREAS, the Receiving Party desires to receive, and the Disclosing Party is willing to disclose, certain Confidential Information for the purpose of evaluating or pursuing a potential business relationship between the Parties (the "Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, as a condition to the disclosure of such Confidential Information, the Disclosing Party requires that the Receiving Party agree to maintain the confidentiality of such information in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
"Confidential Information" means any and all non-public information, in any form or medium, whether written, oral, electronic, visual, or otherwise, that is disclosed by the Disclosing Party to the Receiving Party, either directly or indirectly, including but not limited to: [confidential_info]. Confidential Information shall also include any notes, analyses, compilations, studies, summaries, or other materials prepared by the Receiving Party that contain, reflect, or are derived from Confidential Information. Confidential Information shall not include information that: (a) is or becomes generally available to the public through no fault, act, or omission of the Receiving Party; (b) was already in the Receiving Party's possession without restriction prior to disclosure by the Disclosing Party, as evidenced by the Receiving Party's written records; (c) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without use of or reference to the Confidential Information, as evidenced by the Receiving Party's written records; or (d) is obtained by the Receiving Party from a third party who is not, to the Receiving Party's knowledge, under any obligation of confidentiality with respect to such information.
The Receiving Party agrees that it shall: (a) hold the Confidential Information in strict confidence and protect it with at least the same degree of care that it uses to protect its own confidential and proprietary information, but in no event less than a reasonable degree of care; (b) not disclose, publish, or otherwise disseminate the Confidential Information to any third party without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party; (c) use the Confidential Information solely for the Purpose and not for any other purpose whatsoever; (d) limit access to the Confidential Information to those of its employees, officers, directors, agents, advisors, and representatives (collectively, "Representatives") who have a need to know such information for the Purpose and who are bound by obligations of confidentiality no less restrictive than those contained herein; and (e) be responsible for any breach of this Agreement by any of its Representatives. The Receiving Party shall promptly notify the Disclosing Party in writing upon discovery of any unauthorized use or disclosure of Confidential Information.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, the Receiving Party may disclose Confidential Information to the extent required by applicable law, regulation, or valid court order or subpoena (a "Legal Requirement"), provided that the Receiving Party: (a) provides the Disclosing Party with prompt written notice of such Legal Requirement prior to disclosure (to the extent legally permissible), so that the Disclosing Party may seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy; (b) cooperates with the Disclosing Party, at the Disclosing Party's expense, in seeking such protective order or other remedy; and (c) discloses only that portion of the Confidential Information that the Receiving Party is legally required to disclose, as advised by its legal counsel. Any Confidential Information disclosed pursuant to a Legal Requirement shall continue to be treated as Confidential Information for all other purposes under this Agreement.
This Agreement shall become effective as of the Effective Date and shall remain in full force and effect until terminated by either Party upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the other Party. Notwithstanding any termination or expiration of this Agreement, the Receiving Party's obligations of confidentiality with respect to all Confidential Information disclosed during the term of this Agreement shall survive and continue for a period as specified below from the date of disclosure of each item of Confidential Information.
Upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement, or upon the written request of the Disclosing Party at any time, the Receiving Party shall promptly: (a) return to the Disclosing Party all originals and copies of any documents, materials, and other tangible items containing or embodying Confidential Information; or (b) at the Disclosing Party's option, destroy all such documents, materials, and tangible items and provide the Disclosing Party with a written certification signed by an authorized officer of the Receiving Party confirming that all such materials have been destroyed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Receiving Party may retain one (1) archival copy of the Confidential Information solely for the purpose of monitoring its ongoing obligations under this Agreement, and any Confidential Information retained in routine backup systems shall be subject to the continuing confidentiality obligations of this Agreement.
Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as granting to the Receiving Party any license, right, title, or interest in or to the Confidential Information, or any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, or other intellectual property right of the Disclosing Party. All Confidential Information shall remain the sole and exclusive property of the Disclosing Party. The Disclosing Party makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose of the Confidential Information. The Receiving Party acknowledges that it shall use the Confidential Information at its own risk.
The Receiving Party acknowledges and agrees that any breach or threatened breach of this Agreement may cause irreparable harm to the Disclosing Party for which monetary damages alone would be an inadequate remedy. Accordingly, the Disclosing Party shall be entitled to seek equitable relief, including injunction and specific performance, in addition to all other remedies available at law or in equity, without the necessity of proving actual damages or posting any bond or other security. Such equitable relief shall not be deemed to be the exclusive remedy for any breach of this Agreement, but shall be in addition to all other remedies available at law or in equity.
This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of [state_law], without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Each Party irrevocably consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in the State of [state_law] for the adjudication of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement, and each Party hereby irrevocably waives any objection it may have to such jurisdiction or venue, including any objection based on inconvenient forum.
9.1 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written, between the Parties relating to the subject matter hereof. 9.2 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable, and the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. 9.3 Amendment. This Agreement may not be amended, modified, or supplemented except by a written instrument signed by both Parties. 9.4 Waiver. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by the waiving Party. The failure of either Party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of that Party's right to enforce that provision or any other provision of this Agreement in the future. 9.5 Assignment. The Receiving Party may not assign or transfer this Agreement, or any rights or obligations hereunder, without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party. Any attempted assignment in violation of this provision shall be void and of no effect. 9.6 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. 9.7 Notices. All notices, requests, demands, and other communications required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally, sent by confirmed electronic mail, or sent by nationally recognized overnight courier to the addresses of the Parties as set forth in the preamble of this Agreement, or to such other address as either Party may designate in writing.
All intellectual property rights, including copyrights in the 3D models, textures, animations, rigging, and any derivative works ('3D Assets') created by the Disclosing Party during the term of this Agreement for the specific project identified herein, shall remain the sole and exclusive property of the Disclosing Party, unless otherwise explicitly agreed upon in a separate written agreement. The Receiving Party acknowledges that unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or public display of these 3D Assets or source files (e.g., .blend, .max) constitutes a violation under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and may infringe upon the Disclosing Party's rights under the Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA), if applicable, in addition to this Agreement. Any license granted for the use of these 3D Assets is strictly limited to the scope and terms defined in a separate executed project agreement and does not convey ownership. This clause is intended to mitigate IP ownership disputes, a common liability for 3D artists, as per industry best practices.
The Receiving Party acknowledges the sensitive nature of rendering deadlines and turnaround times inherent in 3D production. Confidential Information disclosed may include proprietary pipeline information, rendering strategies, and specific milestone dates. The Receiving Party shall not disclose or use such scheduling or technical process information to cause or contribute to rendering delays on other projects, or to gain an unfair competitive advantage. While specific delivery dates are defined in a separate Statement of Work, any confidential information pertaining to the methods or technologies used to achieve those deadlines shall be protected under this Agreement to manage expectations and responsibilities, addressing rendering delays as a common industry risk. This clause operates in conjunction with any specific deadlines and penalties for delays outlined in a separate project contract.
To the extent any Confidential Information disclosed under this Agreement includes 'private information' or 'personal information' relating to New York residents, as defined by the New York Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security Act (NY SHIELD Act, N.Y. General Business Law § 899-aa), the Receiving Party agrees to implement and maintain reasonable safeguards to protect the security, confidentiality, and integrity of such information. The Receiving Party shall immediately notify the Disclosing Party of any actual or suspected breach of security involving such information. This provision acknowledges New York-specific compliance requirements and mitigates potential liabilities related to data security breaches, particularly relevant when sharing project details that may contain client or employee data.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Non-Disclosure Agreement as of the date first written above.
Disclosing Party
Name: Disclosing Party
Date: ___________________
Receiving Party
Name: Receiving Party
Date: ___________________
As a 3D artist in New York, your creations are your livelihood. A robust Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is essential to safeguard your unique designs, textures, and rigging. This document helps prevent costly IP ownership disputes, defines revision scopes, and protects against unauthorized use of your assets, all while complying with New York-specific laws like the NY SHIELD Act.
Beyond the standard non-disclosure agreement sections, this template adds fields specific to 3D Artist:
The core legal purpose of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is to establish a legal framework to protect confidential and proprietary information shared between parties. It restricts the unauthorized disclosure or use of such information, thereby enabling parties to collaborate, negotiate, or explore business opportunities while safeguarding sensitive information.
IP Ownership Disputes
Detailed intellectual property clauses in contracts specifying ownership, usage rights, and any licensing agreements for created content.
Rendering Delays
Including specific deadlines, potential penalties for delays, and force majeure clauses in contracts to manage expectations and responsibilities.
Revision Scope Issues
Clearly defined revision limits and additional fees in contracts to mitigate excessive revision requests beyond agreed scope.
Asset Licensing Violations
Contract clauses ensuring the proper licensing of third-party assets and indemnification clauses to protect from unauthorized usage claims.
For this non-disclosure agreement to be legally valid:
Common mistakes to avoid:
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
Governs copyright issues, particularly with digital content that 3D artists create. It protects their works against unauthorized use, distribution, or infringement.
Enforced by U.S. Copyright Office
Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA)
Provides certain rights to artists for works of visual art, which can pertain to some 3D art forms, particularly those recognized as standalone works of art.
Enforced by U.S. Copyright Office
Recommended coverage: Professional Liability Insurance (E&O) · General Liability Insurance · Cyber Liability Insurance
This NDA includes clauses tailored to delineate IP ownership and usage rights for 3D models, textures, animations, and source files. It’s designed to prevent ambiguities that can lead to disputes common in the 3D art industry, aligning with protections offered by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Beyond standard confidentiality, this NDA considers New York's legal landscape, including the NY SHIELD Act for data security, and includes provisions that are enforceable under N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law § 5-701 to ensure the agreement stands up in a New York court.
Yes, this agreement can incorporate specific language regarding the scope of work and revision limitations. By clearly defining what constitutes the agreed-upon project and the process for additional revisions, it helps mitigate conflicts over 'add-on requests' without formal amendments, a common pain point for 3D artists.
Yes, we include provisions to address the proper licensing of third-party assets and indemnification clauses to protect you from claims related to unauthorized usage. This is crucial for 3D artists who often integrate pre-existing models or textures into their work.
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