Below, you’ll find the full details of my design agreement

By proceeding with my design services - whether by completing the form below or by commissioning work - you confirm that you have read and agree to these terms.

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I confirm that I have read and agree to the Design Agreement. This confirmation applies to work outlined in any current correspondence and any future projects unless otherwise specified

Design Agreement

For simplicity, this document is written in the first person but all references to "I" or "Me" relate to Ships & Pigs Limited, the limited company providing the design services.

Summary

I’ll always do my best to fulfil your needs and meet your expectations, but as a small business it’s important to have things written down so that we both know what’s what, who should do what and when, and what will happen if something goes wrong.

In this agreement, you won’t find complicated legal terms or lengthy, unreadable text. My goal is to make things clear and ensure what’s best for both parties, now and in the future.

What Do Both Parties Agree to Do?

You have the authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of yourself, your company, or your organisation.
You’ll provide everything I need to complete the project in the requested format and timeframe.
You’ll review my work, provide feedback, and give approvals promptly.
You agree to the payment schedule set out in this agreement.

I have the experience and ability to do everything we’ve agreed upon, and I’ll do it professionally and on time.
I’ll endeavour to meet deadlines and will maintain the confidentiality of everything you provide.

Design Process

I’ll draft a design based on your supplied brief, after which you’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback.

If, at any stage, you’re not happy with the direction my work is taking, you’ll pay me in full for everything I’ve produced up to that point.

Graphics, Logos, and Copy

Please provide high-resolution versions of brand logos and graphic materials (e.g. EPS or AI files), along with any brand guidelines, colour references, or preferred images.
If these are unavailable, I may collate imagery from public sources like websites or stock libraries.
For artwork projects, please supply proofread copy (text). If this isn’t possible, I’ll create text content for your review and approval.
It’s the client’s responsibility to proofread all content before approval.

Changes & Revisions

I know from experience that fixed-price contracts can be limiting. If I’ve sent an estimate based on your initial brief, and you later decide to change or add something new, I’ll happily accommodate these changes with a separate estimate.

Legal Information

I can’t guarantee my work will be error-free and I am not liable for damages such as lost profits or savings.
If any part of this agreement is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain valid.

Copyrights and Portfolio Use

I reserve the right to showcase my design work in my portfolio, on my website, and on my social media - this keeps my portfolio fresh which leads to more business. For this reason I’m highly unlikely to sign NDA’s which indefinitely prevent me from sharing the designs I’ve created, unless a higher rate of design can be agreed.
For successful projects, I’ll wait until the work is publicly launched before sharing.
For unsuccessful projects, I may share the designs once completed.
For projects subject to a strict NDA (e.g., pharmaceutical products), let me know during the briefing stage. I may apply an increased design rate for such confidential work.

Learn more about designers rights under the Intellectual Property Act 2014 here

Payment Terms

Invoices should be paid within 30 days of issue.
Late payments may incur an 8% fee above the Bank of England base rate, plus compensation.
For non-UK clients, a small fee may apply for currency conversion.
A deposit may be required for new clients before work begins.

Final Notes

You cannot transfer this agreement to another party without my permission. This agreement remains valid and enforceable unless superseded by a new agreement.

Although the language is simple, this agreement is a legal document.

These terms are broad, and cover a range of scenarios I have encountered when working with end clients, and also with design and build companies. I appreciate that some points may not be applicable to all clients and design requests.

If you have any questions or need clarification on anything, please contact me at becky@shipsandpigs.com

Last Review: December 2024