Terms and Conditions

for Creative Direction Services

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern the agreement between [Your Name/Your Business Name] ("Creative Director") and the client ("Client") for creative direction services provided for photoshoots. By engaging [Your Name] as your Creative Director, you agree to the following terms:

1. Scope of Services

The Creative Director will provide services including, but not limited to:

  • Concept development

  • Mood board creation

  • Styling guidance

  • Location scouting (if applicable)

  • On-set creative direction

Any additional services outside the agreed scope will require prior written approval and may incur additional charges.

2. Fees and Payment

2.1 Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of [X]% of the total fee is required to secure the booking.
2.2 Balance Payment: The remaining balance is due [X days] before the shoot date.
2.3 Additional Costs: The Client is responsible for covering costs such as props, travel expenses, and other production-related expenses unless otherwise agreed.

3. Cancellation and Rescheduling

3.1 Cancellation by Client:

  • If the Client cancels more than [X days] before the scheduled date, the deposit will be retained.

  • Cancellations made within [X days] will incur a [specific percentage]% fee of the total service cost.

3.2 Rescheduling:

  • Rescheduling requests must be made at least [X days] in advance. Availability for rescheduled dates is not guaranteed.

3.3 Cancellation by Creative Director:

  • In the unlikely event that the Creative Director needs to cancel, all payments will be refunded, or an alternative date will be offered.

4. Creative Control

The Creative Director retains full creative control over the concept and direction of the shoot, as agreed upon during pre-production discussions. While collaboration with the Client is encouraged, final decisions on creative elements lie with the Creative Director.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership:

  • The Creative Director retains rights to all original concepts, ideas, and materials created during the planning process.

  • The Client has the right to use the final photos/videos for personal or commercial purposes as agreed.

5.2 Credits:

  • Proper credit must be given to the Creative Director in all uses of the final work, where applicable (e.g., on social media, websites).

6. Liability

The Creative Director is not liable for:

  • Delays or cancellations caused by unforeseen circumstances beyond their control (e.g., weather, equipment failure).

  • Any injuries or damages that occur during the photoshoot.

The Client agrees to hold the Creative Director harmless from any claims arising from the shoot.

7. Confidentiality

The Creative Director will treat all Client information as confidential and will not disclose it to third parties without prior consent.

8. Amendments

Any amendments to these terms must be agreed upon in writing by both parties.

9. Agreement

By proceeding with the booking, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions.

For inquiries or further clarification, please contact:

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