Graphic design contract

About this contract for design of logo or other graphics

This is a straight forward contract for any graphic design work. It is written for the client to initiate and stay in control. This is. It is intended to make sure you, the client, get what you have paid for. It is intended to make sure you, the client, get what you have paid for. It provides for an assignment to you of all created work.

It does not include a specification of work. That is assumed to be set out in detail in a schedule.

The work you want could be to design and draw anything, from a logo to a whole website.

The person you use is an individual who is an expert (you hope!) in his field. He is self employed.

Because the work you want done is intellectual property it is subject to law that does not apply if you want your car serviced or your accounts drawn. We cover all the relevant matters for you.

Your contractor will work on or off your premises. He may use staff besides himself.

You may want to use the contractor more than once (this is an “umbrella” agreement).

Your contractor may not be in your country.

We have assumed you are in business through a company but the contract can be easily edited if you are an individual or partnership.

Alternatives to this contract for design of logo or other graphics

We offer many agreements related to website design but no other covering exclusively graphic design.

A very tough contract for a large project is at Website design and write agreement: client's version; with draft specification. This is easily adaptable to graphic design work.

Contents of this contract for design of logo or other graphics

Here is a list of the major subjects covered in this agreement:

• Definitions and interpretation
• Contract work
• New intellectual property
• Payment
• Confidential information
• Indemnities by contractors
• Other matters relating to enforcement and other legal issues

Over 600 words of helpful drafting notes.