Terms of Service
Effective Date: March 20, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to [Film Production Company Name] ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our services, including our website, production services, and related offerings (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use our Services.
2. Services Description
2.1 Production Services
Our Company provides film and video production services, which may include but are not limited to pre-production planning, filming, editing, post-production, and distribution services.
2.2 Website
Our website provides information about our services, portfolio of work, and means to contact us. It may also include functionality for clients to access project materials and monitor production status.
3. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years of age to enter into a binding agreement with our Company or to use our Services. If you are under 18, you may only use our Services with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.
4. Client Agreements
4.1 Service Contracts
All production services are governed by individual service contracts. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and a signed service contract, the terms of the service contract will prevail.
4.2 Project Modifications
Any modifications to the scope, timeline, or deliverables of a project must be agreed upon in writing and may result in additional fees or extended timelines.
4.3 Payment Terms
- Payment schedules and amounts will be specified in individual service contracts.
- Unless otherwise specified, invoices are due within 30 days of issuance.
- Late payments may be subject to interest charges at the maximum rate permitted by law.
- Production work may be suspended if payments become substantially overdue.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Company Materials
All materials created by the Company, including concepts, treatments, scripts, storyboards, and production techniques, remain the intellectual property of the Company until full payment has been received and rights have been formally transferred as specified in the service contract.
5.2 Client Materials
Any materials provided by the client, including logos, trademarks, or proprietary content, remain the property of the client. Client warrants that they have the right to use and permit the Company to use such materials.
5.3 Final Deliverables
Ownership of final deliverables will be governed by the terms specified in the service contract. Rights typically transfer to the client upon full payment, subject to any specified limitations.
5.4 Portfolio Rights
Unless explicitly prohibited in the service contract, the Company reserves the right to use completed work for portfolio, promotional, and demonstration purposes.
6. Confidentiality
6.1 Confidential Information
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or sensitive information shared during the course of the business relationship, including but not limited to production details, business strategies, and client information.
6.2 Non-Disclosure
We will not disclose confidential information to third parties without prior written consent, except as required by law or as necessary to fulfill our obligations under the service contract.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1 Force Majeure
The Company shall not be liable for delays or failures to perform due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemic restrictions, civil unrest, or equipment failure.
7.2 Damages
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company's liability for any claim arising out of or related to these Terms or any service contract shall not exceed the total amount paid by the client for the specific project giving rise to such claim.
7.3 Indirect Damages
In no event shall the Company be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits, lost revenue, or lost opportunities.
8. Representations and Warranties
8.1 Company Warranties
The Company warrants that:
- Services will be performed in a professional manner consistent with industry standards.
- Final deliverables will substantially conform to the specifications outlined in the service contract.
- To the best of our knowledge, deliverables will not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any third party.
8.2 Client Warranties
The client warrants that:
- They have the legal right to provide any materials furnished to the Company.
- They have secured all necessary permissions for locations, individuals, and content featured in the production.
- All information provided to the Company is accurate and complete.
9. Termination
9.1 Termination by Client
Clients may terminate services as specified in their service contract. Early termination may result in payment obligations for work completed and costs incurred.
9.2 Termination by Company
The Company reserves the right to terminate services if:
- The client fails to make payments as agreed.
- The client materially breaches these Terms or the service contract.
- Continuing the project would violate law or professional ethics.
9.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Client shall pay for all services rendered up to the termination date.
- Company shall deliver all completed work for which payment has been received.
- Confidentiality obligations shall survive termination.
10. Dispute Resolution
10.1 Informal Resolution
Parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms through good faith negotiation before pursuing other remedies.
10.2 Mediation
If informal resolution is unsuccessful, parties agree to seek resolution through mediation before a mutually acceptable mediator.
10.3 Arbitration
If mediation is unsuccessful, any dispute shall be resolved through binding arbitration in [City, State/Country], in accordance with the rules of [specified arbitration association].
10.4 Exception for Injunctive Relief
Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking injunctive relief in cases of intellectual property infringement or confidentiality breaches.
11. General Provisions
11.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Country], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
11.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
11.3 Assignment
Neither party may assign or transfer these Terms without the prior written consent of the other party.
11.4 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any service contract, constitute the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter herein.
11.5 Amendments
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our Services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Reel Clever Films
22750 Woodward Ave # 303, Ferndale, MI 48220
United States
Email: hello@reelcleverfilms.com