Terms and Conditions

Last updated: [03/11/2025]

These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) outline the terms under which design services (“Services”) are provided by [Aaron Moriarty Design Studio] (“Designer”, “we”, “our”) to the Client (“Client”, “you”, “your”). By engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Ownership During Project Development

All designs, concepts, drafts, and work-in-progress files developed by the Designer remain the intellectual property of the Designer until full and final payment for the project has been received.

Upon receipt of full payment:

  • Ownership of the final approved design files (as outlined in the project proposal) will transfer to the Client for the agreed intended use.

  • The Designer retains the right to display completed work in their portfolio, social media, and marketing materials.

2. Revisions and Amendments

  • The project proposal specifies the number of revision rounds included within the project scope.

  • Additional revisions beyond the agreed number will incur an additional charge at the Designer’s standard hourly rate, communicated and approved by the Client prior to commencement.

  • Any significant changes to the project scope, brief, or deliverables after initial approval may be treated as new work and may require a separate estimate and agreement.

3. Deposits and Payments

  • A non-refundable 50% deposit is required prior to commencement of any work. This deposit secures the Client’s place in the Designer’s schedule.

  • The remaining 50% balance is due upon project completion and before final design files are released.

  • Final files and content will not be released until all outstanding balances have been paid in full.

4. Confidentiality

Both the Designer and the Client agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or confidential information shared during the project, including but not limited to:

  • Business strategies

  • Financial information

  • Design concepts

Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that is:

  • Publicly available

  • Independently developed without reference to the confidential information

  • Required to be disclosed by law

5. Termination

  • Either party may terminate this agreement by providing a minimum of 14 days’ written notice.

  • Upon termination by the Client:

    • The Client is responsible for payment of all work completed up to the termination date, calculated at the Designer’s standard hourly rate, plus any non-refundable deposits.

  • Upon termination by the Designer:

    • The Designer will provide a full refund of any payments received (excluding completed work already delivered)

    • Please See 7. Communication Expectations, bullet point 3

6. Reactivation After Termination

If the Client wishes to re-engage the Designer following a termination, a new project agreement and deposit may be required.

7. Communication Expectations

  • The Designer aims to provide regular updates and respond to Client inquiries within 48–72 business hours.

  • Timely Client feedback, communication, and approvals are essential for maintaining the project schedule.

  • If the Client becomes unresponsive for more than four (4) weeks without prior notice, the Designer reserves the right to terminate the project without refund.

8. Limitation of Liability

The Designer shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including loss of profits, data, or business interruption, arising from the use or inability to use the delivered work or services.

The Designer’s total liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client for the project giving rise to the claim.

9. Copyright and Client Materials

  • The Client warrants that all content, images, materials, or intellectual property provided to the Designer are owned by the Client or properly licensed for use.

  • The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Designer from any claims resulting from the Client’s breach of this warranty.

10. Plagiarism

The Designer confirms that all creative work provided is original and produced specifically for the Client. The Designer does not and will not knowingly engage in plagiarism or copyright infringement.

11. Services Included

The specific services provided under this agreement are outlined in the Project Proposal, and may include but are not limited to:

  • Logo Design

  • Brand Style Guide Development

  • Website Mockups

  • Social Media Graphics

  • Print and Digital Design Deliverables

12. Payment Structure and Process

  • Deposit: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to begin work.

  • Final Payment: The remaining 50% is due before the release of final design files.

  • File Release: High-resolution and final deliverables are released only upon full payment.

13. Project Timeline

  • Expected Start Date: [Agreed Date]

  • Expected Completion Date: [Agreed Date]

  • Timeline Adjustments: Should unforeseen factors require changes to the project timeline, the Designer will notify the Client as soon as reasonably possible.

14. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Contact

For any questions about these Terms, please contact:
📧 aaron93design@gmail.com
🌐 www.aaronmoriarty.co.uk