Independent Contractor Agreement

You’re ready to move faster by hiring help! Whether it’s a virtual assistant to save your schedule or a purchasing pro to handle the heavy lifting, you know bringing in the right support can be a total game-changer. But before you start dishing out tasks and passwords, let’s make it official (and protected).

Whether you’re onboarding a virtual assistant to rescue your inbox or bringing in a purchasing specialist to wrangle logistics, you need more than a handshake and a “let’s do this.” You need protection. Clarity. Boundaries. A solid agreement that spells out exactly who’s doing what, when, how, and what happens if things go sideways.

That’s where this Independent Contractor Agreement comes in. It’s polished, thorough, and written in plain English (hallelujah). It’s also interior-designer friendly—aka made for hiring those behind-the-scenes pros who make your creative world go ‘round.

What’s Inside (besides major peace of mind):

• Scope of Work (a.k.a. what they’re actually doing)

• Manner of Services (how they’re doing it)

• Changes + Add-ons

• Compensation

• Timeline + Reporting

• Equipment + Expenses

• Insurance + Behavior Standards

• Confidentiality + Intellectual Property

• Termination terms (in case it’s not a forever thing)

• Social Media Sharing + Non-Disparagement

• Competition + Non-Solicitation Clauses

• Dispute Resolution (because court is not a vibe)

• Force Majeure (because, life)
  … and more

This contract was crafted to work with most types of independent contractors, but a little heads up: it’s always wise to double-check that the person you’re hiring really qualifies as an independent contractor (the IRS has thoughts). Click here to make sure you're on the right side of the rules.

Bottom line? This agreement keeps things clean, clear, and legally lovely so you can build your dream team—without losing sleep (or your shirt).

Disclaimer: These contract templates are provided for general informational and educational purposes only. They are based on widely accepted principles of U.S. contract law and are intended for use by those conducting business within the United States. We strongly recommend that you consult with a licensed attorney in your state to review any contract before using it in your business to ensure it meets your specific legal needs. Use at your own discretion.