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Terms & Conditions

Jr. Storyteller & Affiliate Terms of Participation

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Effective Date: March 31, 2025

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Welcome to Jr. Storytellers! By creating an account and joining our network, you agree to the

following Terms of Participation. These terms apply to all users who sign up

as Storytellers, Affiliates, or Authors in our system.

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This agreement is designed to be clear and supportive of your goals, while also protecting the

mission and integrity of Jr. Storytellers (JRS).

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  1. Definitions
     

    • Storyteller: Any user authorized by JRS to lead live sessions, promote books, or author content with the JRS brand or methods.

    • Affiliate: A user who promotes JRS books through referral links but does not deliver sessions.

    • Author: A user who submits original works to be published by JRS.

    • Storytelling Session: Any in-person or virtual performance by a Storyteller using JRS Methods.

    • JRS Methods: The storytelling frameworks, tools, and training provided by JRS for use in live or virtual readings.
       

  2. Independent Contractor Status
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    All participants in the JRS network operate as independent contractors, not employees of Jr. Storytellers. This means:

    • You are responsible for your own taxes, insurance, and legal obligations.

    • You set your own rates, choose your schedule, and manage your own client relationships.

    • JRS provides tools, training, branding, and promotional opportunities—but does not employ or directly compensate you for sessions or sales.
       

  3. Participation Categories
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    You may participate in one or more of the following ways:

    • ​Affiliate: Promote JRS books using your unique referral link to earn commissions.

    • Storyteller: Offer live or virtual storytelling sessions using JRS-approved books and methods.

    • Author: Publish a book with JRS through our hybrid publishing program.

      Each role has its own tools and expectations. For example, a Storyteller may be recognized with a title—such as Certified, Mentor, Master, or Grandmaster—and may gain access to additional tools or benefits based on their progress and participation. You are welcome to explore all of them as your journey evolves. JRS reserves the right to change, limit, or revoke participation status based on performance, compliance, inactivity, or changes to business strategy.
       

  4. Commission Structure & Payments
     

    • ​All commissions and referral bonuses are tracked and managed through our third-party affiliate platform (currently Tapfiliate).

    • Rates and reward structures may vary depending on your level, promotional campaigns, or mentorship activity.

    • Please refer to your affiliate dashboard for real-time commission details, terms, and payout thresholds.

      Note: JRS does not guarantee commissions for untracked or incorrectly shared links. Check your link before promoting—it’s your responsibility.
       

  5. Storytelling Sessions
     

    • As a Storyteller, you may offer your services to schools, libraries, bookstores, families, or organizations.

    • You are responsible for pricing, scheduling, and collecting payment directly.

    • Jr. Storytellers does not act as a payment processor or financial intermediary.

      We recommend you invoice clients clearly and professionally. Many Storytellers use platforms like PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or Square.
       

  6. Certified Directory & Background Checks
     

    • To be listed in the Certified Storyteller Directory and be authorized for school or live event bookings, you must complete a background check.

    • Until cleared, you may still promote books and offer virtual sessions independently.

    • Background check results are kept confidential and reviewed solely for eligibility
       

  7. Mentorship & Sub-Affiliates
     

    • Mentors may earn bonuses or referral incentives by supporting new Storytellers who join the network through their link.

    • All tracking and payouts are governed by the affiliate platform and are subject to performance, engagement, and eligibility requirements.

      JRS reserves the right to verify mentoring activity and withhold bonuses in cases of abuse or inactivity.
       

  8. Publishing & Promotions
     

    • JRS may feature, promote, or distribute selected author or storyteller content across our platforms, newsletters, or social campaigns.• Participation in promotional opportunities is by invitation or application and may be subject to additional terms.

    • Revenue sharing for featured books or projects will be communicated clearly in writing prior to launch.

      Unless otherwise stated, authors retain ownership of their intellectual property.
       

  9. Use of JRS Materials & Branding

    You are granted a non-exclusive, revocable license to use official JRS materials, logos, templates, and training content solely for:

    • Promoting JRS products or sessions

    • Delivering live or virtual storytelling in alignment with our methodology

      You may not alter, resell, or distribute proprietary materials outside the scope of your agreement. All JRS content remains the property of Jr. Storytellers.
       

  10. Confidentiality

    You agree to maintain confidentiality regarding all non-public JRS content, including training videos, marketing strategies, internal resources, and customer or partner information. This obligation continues even after you leave the program.
     

  11. Termination

    This agreement may be terminated by either party at any time:

    • By you, at will, simply by discontinuing participation.

    • By JRS, for any violation of these terms, misuse of content, misrepresentation, or conduct inconsistent with our values or the safety of our community.

      JRS also reserves the right to remove participants from active status after prolonged inactivity. Upon termination, access to tools and directories will be revoked, and all branding or promotional materials must be discontinued.
       

  12. Legal & Dispute Resolution

    This agreement is governed by the laws of:

    • Arizona, USA for U.S.-based participants

    • Ontario, Canada for international participants

      Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA).
       

  13. Indemnification

    You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Jr. Storytellers and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or legal expenses arising from your services, use of JRS content, or conduct while participating in the JRS program.
     

  14. Final Agreement

    By checking the box at signup, you confirm that:

    • You understand and accept these Terms of Participation

    • You are joining as an independent contractor

    • You understand that all commission structures, mentorship bonuses, and sub-affiliate earnings are managed via a third-party platform (Tapfiliate) and may change at any time

    • You agree to represent Jr. Storytellers professionally in all client interactions, outreach, and public-facing activity
       

📬 Questions?

Email us any time at hello@jrstorytellers.com — we're happy to help!

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