Services Agreement for Creative Agencies

Whoa there! You’re far too multitalented to be relying on patchwork paperwork – you know, the stuff you get when you mix and match whatever you find on Google with whatever pops into your head at the time? Yeah, nah. We know you’ve got skills (and a lot of them) – but (and we say this with love) you should really leave your legals to the experts (that’s us). Focus on building that creative empire – after all, you’re a graphic designer, web designer, copywriter and social media manager all in one! Lucky for you, our Services Agreement for Creative Agencies has all of your services covered (and then some). Pull up a chair. Or a bean bag. Or one of those stylin’ fluffy floor cushions. It’s time to get legally legit.  

Description

Running a creative agency involves juggling multiple roles and services. Don't let legal complexities add to your stress. Our Creative Agency Agreement Template is designed to offer a comprehensive contract that covers the key areas critical to your business—be it social media management, Facebook Ads, web design, copywriting, or graphic design. Crafted by legal experts who understand the nuances of creative industries, this template ensures that both parties have a clear, mutual understanding of deliverables, timelines, and payment terms. 

About the Template 

Created by lawyers and peer reviewed by other lawyers for quality assurance, this fill in the blanks template can be ready within 15 minutes or less, ready for you to copy and paste into your system and send to your client for them to sign.

Bonus Links: 

https://founddlegal.com/blogs/legal-resources/what-do-i-do-if-a-client-withholds-payment 

https://founddlegal.com/blogs/legal-resources/how-to-handle-customer-complaints 

https://founddlegal.com/blogs/legal-resources/how-do-i-deal-with-a-dispute-over-an-invoice 

https://founddlegal.com/blogs/legal-resources/how-to-protect-your-business-s-confidential-information-when-working-with-contractors 

https://founddlegal.com/blogs/legal-resources/why-contracts-alone-are-not-enough 

https://founddlegal.com/blogs/legal-resources/cancellation-fees-a-guide-for-service-providers 

What's included?

Your template purchase includes: 

• Fill in the blanks Template in Word format 
• Template User Guide pdf – Handy hints on how to update your template 
• Single user licence to edit, use and reuse the template as often as you need for your business 
• BONUS: Access to the Legally Legit Lounge™ for Templates with “how to” video tutorials to walk you through your template* 
• BONUS: Future template updates 
• BONUS: Video Guide – This comprehensive video walkthrough is designed to guide you step-by-step through the template, providing clear instructions and assistance to help you successfully complete it with a few tips thrown in for good measure! 

 * Your purchase will give you free access to the support you need to complete your template with confidence, with video tutorials explaining key terms to ensure you understand your template. 
Your access to the Legally Legit Lounge™ for Templates is subject to the template you have purchased. The resources in this portal are specific to your template purchase, and are not applicable to all scenarios. Any information provided in The Legally Legit Lounge™ for Templates is of a general nature, and does not constitute legal advice. 

Any questions? 

If you have additional questions, or require ongoing support, you can either book in a consult, contact us via email or join our membership program, The Legally Legit Lounge™  for less than the cost of a coffee a day. 
Terms and conditions apply. For more information about what is included in the membership for The Legally Legit Lounge™, please email us or check the link on our site. 

Key Features

Some of the key features include: 

• Comprehensive Coverage: All-in-one contract to cover social media management, Facebook Ads management, web design, copywriting, and graphic design services. 
• Tech Support Clause if offering Web Design services: Special section dedicated to tech support deliverables and timelines post-web design completion. 
• Payment Terms: Detailed payment schedule that includes milestones, late fees, and refund policies. 
• Non-Disclosure & Confidentiality: Protect your proprietary strategies and client information. 
• Termination Guidelines: Hassle-free exit clauses to protect both parties.  
• Your obligations (and those of your client)  
• Intellectual property protection  
• Refund and cancellation provisions  
• Warranties, indemnities and liabilities 
• Sample scope of services for each category! 
• Option to upload T&Cs to your website  

Many more industry-specific bits and pieces to ensure your arrangement is legally legit 

Who’s it for?   

For creative agencies offering a comprehensive suite of services including copywriting, social media marketing, web design, graphic design, and even Facebook Ads, this template is tailored to your needs. Whether you choose to handle all aspects in-house or opt for outsourcing to subcontractors, we have you covered.  
 
Whether you're a solo freelancer expanding into an agency model or an established creative agency streamlining your contracts, this template is designed to save you time, minimise legal complexities, and allow you to focus on what you do best unleashing your creative prowess.  

For standalone services like graphic design, copywriting, social medial marketing or web design where you have no intention of expanding beyond the scope of those individual service offerings, we also provide separate agreements to suit your specific requirements. 

Graphic Designers: If your primary focus is Graphic Design services, we have a dedicated Graphic Design Services Agreement designed just for you. 

Web Designers: For those exclusively providing Web Design services and not planning to expand into other areas, we offer a specialised Web Design Services Agreement. 

Copywriting Services: If your primary focus is Copywriting services, we have a dedicated Copywriting Services Agreement designed just for you. 

Social Media Marketing: For the dedicated social media marketers, we have the Social Media Management Services Agreement designed just for you. 

Services Agreement for Graphic Designers 

Services Agreement for Website Designers 

Services Agreement for Copywriters 

Services Agreement for Social Media Management 

Alternatively if you are a design studio powerhouse that offers a mix of the following combination of services: 
 
Graphic Design, Web Design, Web Development (and hosting) we have the Design Studio Template

Disclaimers 

IMPORTANT 
 
Purchasing our fill in your blanks templates for you to customise and ensure they suit you and your business needs, utilising our free resources or having a chat with us as part of a consultation doesn’t create a lawyer-client relationship between you and Foundd Legal (sorry!). It also doesn’t constitute legal advice. Please consult with a lawyer for any questions. 

We do offer templates for countries outside of Australia, you will see on the specific template page which country or countries the template is available for, just make your selection! Unfortunately at this time, we are only offering templates for the countries specified.  

Our templates are however customisable for countries outside of Australia, and whilst they are a good base and potentially save you money getting something created from scratch, it would be prudent to have a lawyer in your country to review the template especially if you have any questions. 
 
You get a single user licence and can re-use the templates you purchase as many times as you want for your own business needs! But keep in mind we’re a small business just like you, offering a service and we need more people like you to help us continue to grow - just like you!  So from the bottom of our humble hearts, thank you for making a legit purchase and not sharing!  Use of this Site and your purchase of any digital products or downloading of any free resources, are subject to our Terms and Conditions. 

Have more questions?  Read our FAQs 

FAQS

FAQS Specific to Template 

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Is this Creative Agency Agreement Template legally binding?

Answer: While our template has been crafted by legal experts to comply with general contract law, it's important to consult with your own legal advisor to ensure that it meets the specific needs and laws applicable to your jurisdiction. Once both parties sign, it becomes a legally binding document. 

2. How customisable is the template?

Answer: Very! We've designed it to be easily adaptable to a variety of creative services. Whether you're focused on social media management, copywriting, or graphic design, you can easily tweak the contract to fit your specific offerings. Our PDF User Guide and Video Tutorials will walk you through the customisation process. 

3. Does this template cover payment and refund terms?

Answer: Yes, the template includes a detailed section on payment milestones, methods accepted, and refund policies. This ensures that there are no financial misunderstandings between you and your clients. 

4. What happens after I purchase the template?

Answer: Immediately after purchase, you'll receive a download link for the template, along with a PDF User Guide and Video Tutorials for quick and easy setup. You can start customising your contract right away! 

5. Can I use this template for multiple projects or clients?

Answer: Absolutely! Once you've purchased the template, it's yours to use for as many clients and projects as you like. Just make sure to customise it for each new engagement to ensure it meets the unique requirements of each project. 

6. What if I have more questions or need further clarifications?

Answer: We're here to help! You can reach out to our customer support for any additional questions or clarifications. We aim to respond within 24 hours to assist you in any way we can.