Graphic Design Agreement
This Graphic Design Agreement is made between [Client name] (the "Client") and [Designer name] (the "Designer") as of the date of the last signature below.
1. The work
The Designer will create: [describe the designs and the final files to be delivered].
2. Concepts and revisions
The Designer will present [three] initial concepts and make up to [two] rounds of revisions to the chosen one. Unused concepts stay with the Designer.
3. Fee
The fee is [amount]: [50%] to start and the balance before final files are released.
4. Independent contractor
The Designer is an independent contractor, not an employee, partner or agent of the Client, and is responsible for its own taxes, insurance, tools and workers.
5. Ownership of work
On full payment, the Designer assigns to the Client all rights in the work created specifically for the Client under this agreement. The Designer keeps its pre-existing materials and know-how, and licenses the Client to use any of them that are included in the work.
6. Liability
Each party's total liability under this agreement is limited to the amounts paid or payable under it, and neither party is liable for indirect or consequential loss. Nothing here limits liability that cannot be limited by law.
7. Ending this agreement
Either party may end this agreement on [30] days' written notice, or immediately if the other materially breaches it and does not fix the breach within [10] days of notice. Amounts due for work done up to the end date remain payable.
8. General
This agreement is governed by the laws of [state]. It is the entire agreement between the parties on its subject and may be changed only in writing signed by both. It may be signed electronically and in counterparts.