Aspect Design Contract
becky@aspectwebdesign.com
Collectively, all of the above people or businesses entering into this Agreement will be referred to as the "Parties."
Client wishes to hire Designer to provide services relating to the Services outlined in this Agreement. Designer has agreed to provide such services according to the terms of this Agreement. Client is engaging Designer to create a professionally designed print advertisement that can serve as a core marketing piece for use across multiple magazine publications. The final design may be adapted to various publication sizes and specifications while maintaining consistent branding and messaging.
The Designer will provide the following services:
• Initial strategy and discovery discussion to confirm project goals, target audience, key messaging, and desired customer action.
• Review of existing branding materials, including logos, photography, messaging, and previous marketing materials provided by the Client.
• Concept development, including layout direction, messaging hierarchy, and overall visual approach.
• Creation of one custom advertisement designed to the specifications of the initial publication.
• Reasonable revisions to refine and finalize the approved design.
• Preparation of print-ready production files.
• Digital versions of the final artwork, if requested, for future adaptations or marketing use.
Any additional concepts, advertisements beyond the original scope, extensive redesigns after approval, copywriting beyond minor edits, photography, illustration, or services not specifically listed above will be considered additional work and billed separately.
Work will begin once the Designer has received all required content, branding assets, and project information from the Client.
The estimated completion time is 1–2 weeks, depending on:
• Timely receipt of project materials
• Client responsiveness during the review process
• Number of revisions requested
Delays in receiving feedback or materials may extend the completion date.
3. Client Responsibilities
The Client agrees to provide:
• Logos and branding assets
• Photography (if applicable)
• Magazine specifications or ad dimensions
• Any additional information necessary to complete the project
The Client is responsible for reviewing all proofs carefully before granting final approval. Once final approval has been given, the Designer is not responsible for errors including spelling, grammar, phone numbers, website addresses, pricing, or other content supplied by the Client.
The Designer's hourly rate is $50.00 per hour.
Based on the current project scope, the estimated time required is 4–5 hours, for an estimated project investment of $200–$250.
This estimate is provided in good faith and is not a guaranteed maximum. If the project scope changes or requires substantially more work than anticipated, the Designer will notify the Client before exceeding the estimate.
Invoices are due upon receipt unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The remaining balance is due upon project completion and prior to delivery of the final print-ready files.
Invoices are due upon receipt unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Late payments may result in delayed delivery of final files.
The estimate includes up to two rounds of reasonable revisions following presentation of the initial design concept.
Additional revisions or significant changes after approval may be billed at the Designer's standard hourly rate of $50.00 per hour.
Requests outside the agreed scope—including additional ad concepts, new advertisements, substantial layout changes, or new marketing pieces—will require a separate estimate or will be billed at the Designer's hourly rate unless otherwise agreed.
8. Ownership and Copyright
Ownership of the final approved design transfers to the Client upon full payment of all invoices.
The Designer retains the right to display the completed work in portfolios, websites, social media, marketing materials, and design competitions unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The Client warrants that all supplied text, logos, photographs, and other materials may legally be used for this project.
Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice.
The Client agrees to pay for all work completed up to the date of cancellation. The initial deposit is non-refundable and compensates the Designer for reserving project time, initial planning, and work completed.
10. Limitation of Liability
The Designer will exercise reasonable professional care but shall not be liable for printing errors, publication errors, or losses resulting from incorrect information supplied by the Client or modifications made after final approval.
By signing below, both parties acknowledge that they have read and agree to the terms of this Agreement.
