1. Introduction
These terms and conditions ("Terms") govern the provision of content strategy, content creation, and media relations services (collectively, "Services") by Exponent Media LLC ("we," "us," or "our") to the client ("you" or "your"). By engaging our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. Scope of Services
2.1 Content Strategy: Includes but is not limited to brand audits, audience analysis, editorial calendars, and content performance reviews.
2.2 Content Creation: Includes producing articles, blog posts, graphics, videos, and other creative assets as agreed upon in writing.
2.3 Media Relations: Includes drafting press materials, pitching to media outlets, and coordinating interviews or placements.2.4 All Services will be detailed in a separate Statement of Work ("SOW") or contract specifying deliverables, timelines, and fees.
3. Client Responsibilities
3.1 You agree to provide accurate information, materials, and feedback necessary for the successful completion of Services.
3.2 Timely responses to inquiries, approvals, and revisions are required to ensure project timelines are met.
3.3 You confirm that you own or have obtained all necessary rights to any materials provided to us.
4. Payment Terms
4.1 In case of custom agreements Fees for Services will be detailed in the SOW or contract, otherwise these details will be attached to the Subscription licence.
4.2 A deposit of 50% is required before work commences, with the balance due upon project completion unless otherwise specified.
4.3 Invoices are payable within 5 days of issuance unless otherwise agreed.
4.4 Late payments are subject to a 3% late fee per month.
5. Subscriptions
5.1 Clients may choose to engage in a subscription plan for Services, billed at a monthly flat fee as outlined in the SOW or subscription agreement.
5.2 Subscription fees are due in advance at the beginning of each billing cycle.
5.3 Subscriptions are automatically renewed on a monthly basis unless canceled in writing with at least [30] days' notice before the next billing cycle.
5.4 Subscription plans include specific services and deliverables as agreed upon, and any additional requests outside the subscription scope may incur additional charges.
5.5 We reserve the right to adjust subscription rates with [60] days' written notice to you.
6. Revisions and Approvals
6.1 You are entitled to 2 rounds of revisions per deliverable unless otherwise specified.
6.2 Additional revisions or scope changes will be billed at an agreed-upon hourly or project rate.
6.3 Once you approve a deliverable, further changes may incur additional costs.7.
7. Confidentiality
7.1 Both parties agree to keep any confidential information shared during the course of the Services private and secure.
7.2 Confidentiality obligations survive the termination of these Terms.
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 Upon full payment, ownership of the final deliverables will transfer to you.
8.2 We retain the right to showcase non-confidential deliverables in our portfolio and marketing materials unless otherwise agreed.
9. Indemnity
9.1 You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Services, including third-party intellectual property disputes.
10. Limitation of Liability
10.1 We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the Services.
10.2 Our total liability is limited to the amount paid for the Services under these Terms.
11. Termination
11.1 Either party may terminate the engagement with [14] days' written notice.
11.2 Fees for work completed up to the termination date will be due and payable.
12. Force Majeure
12.1 Neither party is liable for delays or non-performance caused by events beyond their reasonable control, including natural disasters, governmental actions, or technical failures.
13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
13.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of United Arab Emirates.
13.2 Disputes will first be resolved through good faith negotiations. If unresolved, disputes may proceed to mediation or arbitration as agreed by both parties.
14. Entire Agreement
14.1 The complete Terms, along with the SOW or contract, constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede any prior understandings.
15. Amendments
15.1 Any amendments to these Terms must be in writing and signed by both parties.16. Contact Information16.1 For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at contact (at) exponent-media.com.