Freelance Job Contract Template
Freelance Job Contract
1. Introduction
This Freelance Job Contract (hereinafter referred to as the "Contract") is made and entered into as of [Date], between:
Client: [Your Name], a company organized and existing under the laws of [Jurisdiction], with its principal office located at [Your Company Address].
Freelancer: [Freelancer's Name], an independent contractor, with a mailing address at [Freelancer's Address].
2. Purpose
This Contract is intended to establish a professional relationship between the Client and the Freelancer for the provision of specialized services as detailed below.
3. Scope of Work
The Freelancer agrees to perform the following services for the Client:
3.1 Scope of Work
The Freelancer will design a new, responsive, and device-compatible website for the Client, including layout, graphics, icons, and required revisions.
3.2Timeline for completion
The project should finish within four weeks from the contract's effective date. Key design stages: Initial draft- one-week post-start; Client revisions- within three days post-feedback; Final design- two weeks post-final approval.
3.3 Specifications for Deliverables
The freelancer will provide PSD files, necessary images in suitable formats, and up to three design revisions. Extra revisions will entail a stipulated fee.
4. Payment Terms
In consideration for the services rendered, the Client agrees to compensate the Freelancer in the amount of [Compensation Amount], payable according to the following schedule:
4.1 Payment Schedule:
Pay 25% at contract signing, another 50% after the initial design approval, and the remaining 25% upon final delivery.
4.2 Payment Method:
The Freelancer will receive bank transfers for payments in their specified account. They will issue an invoice for every payment due within 15 days of the Client receiving it.
4.3 Additional Expenses:
The client must approve and reimburse any additional project costs like stock images or fonts upon receipt.
5. Intellectual Property
Ownership and licensing rights to any intellectual property created as a result of the services provided under this Contract shall be as follows:
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The Client shall retain ownership of all pre-existing materials provided to the Freelancer for use in connection with the services.
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The Freelancer grants the Client a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use any deliverables created under this Contract for the Client's internal business purposes.
6. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or confidential information disclosed during the term of this Contract. This includes but is not limited to, trade secrets, business plans, financial information, and customer data.
7. Termination
Either party may terminate this Contract upon [Notice Period] days' written notice to the other party in the event of a material breach of its terms. Termination shall not relieve either party of any obligations accrued before the effective date of termination.
8. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Contract shall be resolved through mediation conducted in [Jurisdiction], with each party bearing its costs. If mediation is unsuccessful, the parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Jurisdiction] for resolution.
9. Miscellaneous
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The Freelancer acknowledges and agrees that they are an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, or partner of the Client.
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This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.
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This Contract may only be amended or modified in writing and signed by both parties.
10. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the date first above written.
[Freelancer's Name]
[Date Signed]
[Your Name]
[Date Signed]
