A Rider is a simple add-on to a contract that spells out extra protections and expectations.
The CGA Rider is a simple two page document for members only that provides the following:
Get Paid on Time
Creators deserve timely payment for their work. The CGA Rider ensures that participating brands and agencies commit to paying you within a reasonable and clearly defined timeline.
Own Your Content
Your content is your intellectual property and should be treated like an asset you own. The CGA Rider protects your ownership rights, meaning you retain full control over what you create.
Control Your NIL + AI
The CGA Rider establishes baseline protections covering your name, image, and likeness. It also future proofs your identity placing limits on profiting against external AI digestion.
Get Credit for Work
The CGA Rider requires that proper credit is given when your work is published or shared. This helps build your professional reputation, driving up your compensation, and attracting more hiring opportunities.
Access Brand Analytics
The CGA Rider also guarantees creators access to relevant analytics and data related to their campaigns. This transparency helps you make informed decisions and understand the value you are delivering.
Fundamental Protections
In addition, the CGA Rider offers essential protections like indemnities to protect creators, clear termination rights, and fair dispute resolution. These protections ensure creators are treated as partners, not vendors.
Frequently asked questions:
1. Who can use the CGA Rider?
The CGA Rider is exclusively available to members of the Creators Guild of America (CGA). If you’re not a member yet, you can join quick and easy, by visiting the Apply section of our website.
2. Is there a fee to use the CGA Rider?
No! The Rider is a free resource for active CGA members, brands, and agents. The CGA’s mission is to support ethical and fair practices without adding financial burdens.
3. Where is the CGA Rider valid?
The Rider is designed for use in the United States only. It ensures compliance with U.S. laws and regulations.
4. How does the Rider benefit creators?
The Rider protects your rights, by ensuring timely payment, credit for your work, and limits the misuse of your likeness or deliverables, amongst other fundamental protections. It’s your safeguard against unfair practices.
5. How does the Rider benefit brands and agents?
The Rider promotes clear expectations, establishes basic contractual clauses, and eliminates unnecessary negotiations. By using it, you show a commitment to ethical and transparent partnerships, which strengthens your reputation in the creator community.
6. What happens if someone violates the Rider?
The CGA takes violations seriously. If a brand or creator breaches the Rider, they will receive up to three warnings. Repeated issues may result in a recommendation to avoid future collaborations or business. This helps maintain a trustworthy ecosystem for all members.
7. Do creators need to notify the CGA when using the Rider each time?
No, however, creators should notify the CGA of any breach, by logging into their Dashboard and reporting an issue. This ensures the CGA can assist in upholding the terms if needed.
8. Can brands or agents request changes to the Rider?
No. The Rider is non-negotiable to ensure consistency and fairness. Both parties can focus on the creative work instead of lengthy contract discussions. Our current version of the CGA Rider (v1.2), may be updated to reflect industry changes.
9. How should the Rider be added to a contract?
The Rider should be attached as an addendum to your contract. Include a clause in the agreement stating, “The terms of the CGA Rider are incorporated by reference and shall govern in case of any conflict.”
10. What kind of projects is the Rider suitable for?
The Rider can be used for any creative project, from sponsored content to endorsements and beyond. It’s a flexible tool designed to protect creators while supporting ethical collaboration.
If you would like to support the CGA Rider or have questions, please apply here.
Footnotes
Our eligibility requirements are thoughtfully crafted by a diverse committee of creative professionals from all backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and representation across the industry.
We proudly support members from all cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds. As a Guild, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and are committed to fostering an environment of equality and acceptance for all.
As a non-profit organization, the dues paid by our members are reinvested into the Guild to fund events, legal costs, and continuous improvements, making sure to look after our volunteers and ensuring a vibrant future for all creators.
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