ClauseryFree graphic design contract template (Word)
A graphic design contract for logos, brand identities and print or digital work, with deliverables and file formats, concept and revision limits, a flat or hourly fee, and a choice between transferring copyright or licensing the design.
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What is in the graphic design contract
- Project description and deliverables with file formats and due dates
- Number of initial concepts and revision rounds
- Flat fee, or hourly rate with an estimate
- Optional deposit and payment terms
- Copyright transfer on payment, or an exclusive licence
- Source files included, or available for a fee
- Optional portfolio rights
- Cancellation with an optional kill fee
Read the full template
This is the complete wording. [Labels] are filled in from your answers, and highlighted text only appears when it applies; hover over it to see when.
GRAPHIC DESIGN AGREEMENT
This Graphic Design Agreement is made on [Effective date] between [Designer name] (the "Designer") and [Client name] (the "Client").
1. Project
The Designer will create [Project description], including the following deliverables:
Repeated for each deliverable
- [Item name] ([File formats]), due [Due date]
2. Concepts and revisions
The Designer will present [Concept count] initial concepts. The Client chooses one, and the fee includes [Revision rounds] rounds of revisions to it.
3. Fees
The fee for the project is [Total fee].The Designer charges [Hourly rate] per hour, estimated at [Estimated hours] hours; the Designer will tell the Client before exceeding the estimate. A deposit of [Deposit amount] is due before work starts. Invoices are payable within [Payment days] days.
4. Ownership
On payment in full, the Designer assigns to the Client the copyright in the final approved designs. Concepts and drafts that were not chosen remain the Designer's.The Designer keeps the copyright and grants the Client an exclusive licence to use the final approved designs for [Licence scope].
5. Files
The Designer will deliver the editable source files with the final designs.The Designer will deliver the final designs as exported files. Editable source files are available for an additional [Source file fee].
The Designer may show the work in its portfolio once it has been published by the Client.
6. Cancellation
If the Client cancels the project, the Client will pay for work completed to date plus a cancellation fee of [Kill fee].
7. Governing law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of [Governing law].
[Designer name]: ____________________________
[Client name]: ____________________________
The questions you answer
Clausery turns the template into a short questionnaire. Optional parts only appear when they apply.
| Question | Type | Asked when |
|---|---|---|
| Effective date | Date | Always |
| Designer name | Short text | Always |
| Client name | Short text | Always |
| Project description | Long text | Always |
| Deliverables For each item: Item name, File formats, Due date | Repeating group | Always |
| Concept count | Number | Always |
| Revision rounds | Short text | Always |
| Is flat fee | Yes / no | Always |
| Total fee | Money | If “Is flat fee” is yes |
| Hourly rate | Money | If “Is flat fee” is no |
| Estimated hours | Number | If “Is flat fee” is no |
| Has deposit | Yes / no | Always |
| Deposit amount | Money | If “Has deposit” is yes |
| Payment days | Number | Always |
| Transfer copyright | Yes / no | Always |
| Licence scope | Long text | If “Transfer copyright” is no |
| Include source files | Yes / no | Always |
| Source file fee | Money | If “Include source files” is no |
| Portfolio use | Yes / no | Always |
| Has kill fee | Yes / no | Always |
| Kill fee | Money | If “Has kill fee” is yes |
| Governing law | Short text | Always |
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Questions
Should I transfer copyright or license the design?
Clients usually expect to own a logo outright, so transfer on payment is common. For illustrations or artwork you may prefer to keep the copyright and license specific uses. One question switches between the two.
What is a kill fee?
A fee the client pays if they cancel the project after work has started, on top of paying for work done, to compensate for time you turned other work away.
Is it really free?
Yes. The download is free, and filling it in with the Clausery app is free too, with unlimited documents. Library templates never count towards a plan limit, and no account or card is needed.
Is my information uploaded anywhere?
No. Clausery runs entirely in your browser. Your answers and the finished document are created and stored on your own device.
Is this legal advice?
No. These are general samples. Laws differ between countries and states, so have the wording reviewed for your situation before you rely on it.
Clauses in this template, explained
Guide: What is a kill fee? How to set one in a freelance contract
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This template is a general sample and not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction; have it reviewed before use.