TVContract.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick Carr, Esq.

TVContract.Com helps on-air talent and other TV news professionals take control of their careers.Led by attorney and former sportscaster Rick Carr, the service combines nearly 35 years of broadcast and legal experience to deliver contract negotiation, review, and exit strategies that protect your interests — and your paycheck.

Representation that helps you make — and keep — more of your money.

Contract Services

Rick Carr provides comprehensive contract representation for television professionals — offering the same expertise and advocacy as a full-service agency, without the long-term commitments or excessive commissions.As your representative, Rick manages all negotiations directly with your current or prospective station and provides the legal insight and guidance you need throughout the process. Whether you’re considering a new offer or preparing to renew, Rick can negotiate every aspect of your employment contract — including salary, benefits, outs, non-compete clauses, and other key provisions.If you already have a contract but aren’t sure about certain terms or legal language, Rick can review it with you and explain your rights and obligations in plain English. He’s also available to review agreements offered by traditional agents or managers so you fully understand what you’re signing before you commit.

Fee Structure

Unlike traditional agents who may require upfront payments and ongoing commissions of 6–10% of your salary for as long as you remain with your employer, Rick offers flexible pricing that reflects a changing industry.Depending on the level of involvement, he charges either:

  • A Contract Fee — a reasonable, limited commission based on the value of the agreement negotiated on your behalf, or

  • An Hourly Fee — based on the actual time spent working on your contract.

Most importantly, there’s no perpetual commission clause — once your contract is complete, your financial obligation ends.

“My goal is simple — to help you secure the contract you deserve, and to make sure you keep more of what you earn.”

About Rick Carr

Rick Carr, Esq. is a Broadcast Agent/Attorney and former sportscaster with nearly 35 years of combined experience in the television news business.As a licensed attorney in Colorado and California, he represented physicians and Fortune 500 companies, and he negotiated multi-million dollar deals involving Ford, General Motors, and some of the world's largest insurance companies.Through his decades of involvement in television news, Rick saw the need for a new kind of representation — an alternative to traditional media agents.With that in mind, he created TVContract.Com more than 20 years ago.Rick is more than just an agent who can negotiate and advise you on your contract — he's an industry authority who can help with your resume tape, provide career advice and counseling, as well as knowledge of current market trends. All this, while freeing you from the perpetual commission obligations that many traditional agents still demand.Rick is also able to review your current or potential contract with a traditional agent or manager, so that you know what you would be getting into before you sign it. In addition, he can answer any questions you might have about your options during an agency agreement, in case you are looking to end that relationship.For Anchors, Reporters, Meteorologists, Hosts, Producers, and all other types of broadcasters and journalists who want to save money, TVContract.Com is the answer.

What Clients Are Saying

Client Testimonials

Trusted by broadcasters and journalists nationwide for clear, confident contract representation.

"Rick is the real deal. This isn't just a job for Rick, he really cares. Exploring opportunities and negotiating a deal can be a stressful process, but Rick provides excellent insight and guidance.For me, that proved to be much more work than either of us expected.I've never worked with an agent and I decided to hire Rick for what I thought would be a straight-forward contract renewal, but turned into a 6-month cross-country journey that ended with a dream job opportunity. Rick's professionalism and expertise, from what to put on the resume tape to negotiating salary, has been invaluable.He understands the business. He has good relationships with news managers. He knows how to make sure his clients shine.I consider Rick an ally and a friend, and I can't thank him enough for his time and hard work to help me push past my own expectations of what's possible. His fees are more than fair, and the value of what he provides is truly priceless!"

"Rick has been an enormous help in my career - not only with contract negotiations, but with great insight into the business. He's extremely responsive, honest and thorough, and he always keeps his client's best interests at heart. Financially, he's a much better option than any agent and he's worth every penny.Rick is a true asset to have in your corner!"

"My career is better off because of Rick. His perspective and professionalism are outstanding, and his guidance and friendship remain invaluable.Pairing his legal knowledge with his deep insight into the news business, he always takes the time to explain everything. He is incredibly trustworthy and responsive, patient and experienced.Throughout the entire contracting process, Rick was an amazing asset but an even better person to have on my side."

"Why hire an agent, when you can hire Rick Carr? Rick will cost a LOT less and work a LOT more!The uncertainty of our industry makes every word in our contracts count more than ever, and I can think Rick for negotiating a fair and secure deal for me.Rick always returns calls and emails. When I sent my last payment to him, I actually felt bad.
For once in my career, I was sure I got the better end of the deal in this relationship.I highly recommend Rick to all of my friends and colleagues, and I will never use anyone else to negotiate my contracts."

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