FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER CONTRACT
THIS AGREEMENT is made on [Date],
BETWEEN:
[Client Name], of [Client Address] ("Client")
AND
[Designer Name], of [Designer Address] ("Designer")
WHEREAS
- The Client wishes to engage the Designer to provide certain graphic design services; and
- The Designer agrees to provide such services under the terms and conditions set out in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. DEFINITIONS
1.1 "Services" means the graphic design services described in Schedule A attached to this Agreement or as otherwise agreed in writing by the parties.
1.2 "Deliverables" means the final graphic design work products to be delivered by the Designer as specified in Schedule A.
2. SCOPE OF WORK
2.1 The Designer shall provide the Services and Deliverables as described in [Schedule A/Attachment] or as otherwise agreed in writing.
2.2 Any changes to the scope of work must be agreed upon in writing by both parties and may be subject to additional fees.
3. TERM AND TERMINATION
3.1 This Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date/Completion of Services], unless terminated earlier in accordance with this clause.
3.2 Either party may terminate this Agreement by giving [Notice Period Days] days’ written notice to the other party.
3.3 Upon termination, the Client shall pay the Designer for all Services performed and Deliverables provided up to the termination date.
4. FEES AND PAYMENT
4.1 The Client agrees to pay the Designer a fee of [Total Fee Amount] for the Services, payable as follows:
- [Deposit Amount] upon signing this Agreement;
- [Milestone/Interim Payments, if any];
- Balance of [Balance Amount] upon completion and delivery of the Deliverables.
4.2 All invoices are due within [Number] days of receipt by the Client.
4.3 Late payments may be subject to a late fee of [Late Fee Amount or Percentage].
5. CLIENT OBLIGATIONS
5.1 The Client agrees to provide all necessary information, materials, and feedback required for the Designer to complete the Services in a timely manner.
5.2 The Client warrants that any materials provided do not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third party.
6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
6.1 Upon full payment of all fees, the Designer hereby assigns to the Client all rights, title, and interest in and to the final Deliverables, except as provided in clause 6.3.
6.2 The Designer retains the right to use preliminary designs, sketches, and concepts for portfolio and self-promotional purposes.
6.3 The Designer retains ownership of any pre-existing intellectual property, tools, or templates used in the creation of the Deliverables.
7. REVISIONS
7.1 The Client is entitled to [Number] rounds of revisions as part of the agreed fee.
7.2 Additional revisions will be billed at [Hourly Rate or Fee per Revision].
8. CONFIDENTIALITY
8.1 Both parties agree to keep confidential any non-public information received in connection with this Agreement and not to disclose it to any third party without the other party’s written consent.
9. WARRANTIES AND LIABILITY
9.1 The Designer warrants that the Deliverables will be original and not knowingly infringe any third-party rights.
9.2 Except as expressly stated, the Designer makes no other warranties, express or implied.
9.3 The Designer’s liability under this Agreement shall be limited to the total fees paid by the Client.
10. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
10.1 The Designer is engaged as an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating an employer-employee relationship, partnership, or joint venture between the parties.
11. GOVERNING LAW
11.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Governing Law State/Country].
12. GENERAL
12.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements.
12.2 Any amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.
12.3 Notices under this Agreement must be given in writing to the addresses stated above.
13. DISCLAIMER
This document is a template and may not be suitable for all situations. The parties should consult with legal counsel before signing this agreement.
SIGNATURES
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
CLIENT:
Name: ___________________________
Signature: ______________________
Date: ___________________________
DESIGNER:
Name: ___________________________
Signature: ______________________
Date: ___________________________
Schedule A – Description of Services and Deliverables
[Insert detailed description of services, deliverables, milestones, deadlines, and any specific requirements agreed between the parties.]
