Controlled action, disciplined mechanics, and safety-first execution for film and television.
Tim Rook delivers powerful, grounded talks on discipline, leadership, and momentum—drawing from real-world experience as a speaker, entrepreneur, actor, and father of five.
It’s responsibility, consistency, and forward motion.
Last Updated: 2/15/2026
This Podcast & Video Guest Release Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Tim Rook (“Host”) and the undersigned individual (“Guest”) in connection with Guest’s participation in any podcast, video interview, recording session, live or pre-recorded content, or related media (collectively, the “Program”).
By participating in the Program, Guest agrees to the following terms:
1. GRANT OF RIGHTS (AUDIO, VIDEO & LIKENESS)
Guest irrevocably grants Tim Rook the perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free right to:
Record Guest’s audio and video participation in the Program
Use Guest’s name, likeness, image, voice, appearance, biography, and statements
Edit, adapt, reproduce, distribute, display, perform, transmit, and otherwise exploit the Program, in whole or in part
These rights include, but are not limited to, use across:
Podcasts (audio and video)
Websites and landing pages
YouTube and streaming platforms
Social media platforms
Promotional clips, reels, shorts, and trailers
Marketing, advertising, and educational materials
Future media formats not yet known or developed
2. OWNERSHIP OF CONTENT
Guest acknowledges and agrees that:
All recordings, footage, audio, video, transcripts, edits, clips, and derivative works created from the Program are the sole property of Tim Rook
Tim Rook has full editorial control over the final content
Guest has no right to approve, request edits, or demand removal once content is published
Tim Rook is not obligated to publish or distribute the Program
3. NO COMPENSATION
Guest understands and agrees that:
Participation in the Program is voluntary
No compensation, royalties, residuals, or future payments are owed or expected
Guest waives any claims for payment now or in the future
4. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES
Guest represents and warrants that:
Guest is at least 18 years of age
Guest has full legal authority to enter into this Agreement
Guest’s participation does not violate any contracts, non-disclosure agreements, or obligations with third parties
Any statements made by Guest are truthful and based on personal experience or opinion
Guest agrees not to disclose confidential, proprietary, or legally restricted information during the Program.
5. VIDEO & IMAGE RELEASE
Guest expressly consents to:
Being filmed, photographed, and recorded on video
The use of Guest’s image and likeness in still frames, thumbnails, promotional images, and marketing materials
Cropping, editing, captioning, subtitling, or combining Guest’s image with other media
Guest waives any right to inspect or approve finished video or imagery.
6. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Guest releases and agrees to hold harmless Tim Rook from any and all claims, demands, damages, or liabilities arising from:
Guest’s participation in the Program
The recording, editing, distribution, or use of audio or video content
Any statements made by Guest during the Program
This release includes, but is not limited to, claims related to:
Defamation
Invasion of privacy
Right of publicity
Emotional distress
Misrepresentation
7. NO GUARANTEE OF DISTRIBUTION OR RESULTS
Guest understands that:
Appearance on the Program does not guarantee exposure, publicity, or audience reach
Tim Rook makes no promises regarding performance metrics, views, downloads, or promotional outcomes
8. CONFIDENTIALITY (LIMITED)
Any confidential information shared outside of the recorded Program will not be intentionally disclosed without consent, except as required by law.
9. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States and the applicable state of residence of Tim Rook, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
10. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the Program and supersedes all prior discussions or understandings.
Any modifications must be made in writing and agreed to by both parties.
11. ELECTRONIC ACCEPTANCE & SIGNATURE
Guest agrees that:
Electronic signatures
Digital acknowledgments
Checkbox consent
Submission via online form
constitute valid and binding acceptance of this Agreement.
GUEST ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By submitting, Guest confirms that they have read, understand, and agree to all terms of this Podcast & Video Guest Release Agreement.

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