Identify and label components as “required” or “optional.” For example, you might highlight all required components with one color and optional components in another.

Freelance Contract

You may draft your contract as a Letter of Agreement or in an outline format. Do NOT use a contract template from the internet.
Create the Header
Date the contract
Name the other party
outline the scope of the services
State due dates
State the consideration/pay
Agree on rights
State an expiration date
Include other elements you think are important and common to your industry, such as non-compete clauses or nondisclosure clauses.
Identify and label components as “required” or “optional.” For example, you might highlight all required components with one color and optional components in another.