
About this episode
Hiring for your podcast? VA, editor, show notes writer, social media help?
Before you bring anyone on board, you need to know the legal side—especially what makes someone an independent contractor vs. an employee.
In this episode, I’m breaking down:
- How to legally hire and pay podcast freelancers
- The ABC Test and what it means for California-based creators
- Why “work-for-hire” isn’t automatic
- What goes in your contract (and what doesn’t!)
- The risks of skipping the paperwork
If you’re hiring help—or thinking about it—this episode could save you from serious legal headaches down the road.
🎥 Watch my secret video: Level Up Your Podcast Success
Get a sneak peek inside my Easy Legal for Podcasters program and learn the #1 legal shift that protects your show and unlocks growth.
👉 http://gordonfiremark.com/levelup
📚 Legal forms, templates, and contracts for podcasters:
🎙 Listen to the audio version of this episode:
https://legitpodcastpro.captivate.fm
📖 My book: The Podcast, Blog & New Media Producer’s Legal Survival Guide
👋 Say hi on social:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gordonfiremark
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/gfiremark
Facebook: https://facebook.com/podcastlaw
Get every episode summarized
Each time Legit Podcast Pro publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
Hosts & guests
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from Legit Podcast Pro

THE CREATOR EXIT STRATEGY NOBODY TALKS ABOUT
Legit Podcast Pro

Before You Sign That Sponsorship Deal
Legit Podcast Pro

The Best Way To License Your Content
Legit Podcast Pro

Why Your Team Could Be Your Biggest Threat
Legit Podcast Pro