Terms of Engagement
We're passionate about partnering with businesses whose mission and values resonate with ours. As such, we're very selective about our clientele. These terms of engagement aim to provide you with an overview of our workflow and expectations, setting the stage for a fruitful collaboration.
Our Ideal Client
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Believes in the power of brand identity design and social media marketing
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Understands the value of a consistent, high-quality brand identity
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Lacks the internal resources for substantial branding and marketing efforts
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Seeks a long-term, comprehensive solution rather than a quick piecemeal fix
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Communicates brand values and goals clearly
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Is organized, responsive, and receptive to feedback and suggestions
Office Hours and Holidays
We operate from 9AM–5PM MST, Monday–Friday. We are closed for U.S. bank holidays, including MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Caesar Chavez Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, and the last week of the year.
Communication
Our preferred method of communication is email. We respond to emails within 24 hours.
Single Point of Contact
To ensure clear and efficient communication, we ask that clients designate a primary representative as the sole point of contact for your organization.
Project Participation
Any stakeholders who want to participate in our work, especially in design feedback and approval, should be involved from the start and managed by the client's designated point of contact. Introducing feedback from individuals who have not been engaged from the beginning risks disrupting the creative process, diluting the project’s focus, and jeopardizing its overall success. For optimal results, we encourage early and consistent involvement of all key stakeholders.
Meetings
We schedule a monthly meeting for subscription-based engagements. Additional meetings can be requested at least one week in advance via email and are subject to our availability.
Feedback
Timely and thorough feedback is crucial for project success. We kindly request responses to all messages within 2 business days. Delays in feedback or approval may impact project timelines and hinder completion.
Pricing
We offer fixed pricing, not estimates. For subscription-based engagements, the first month’s fee must be paid in full to schedule work. For standalone projects, the full project fee is required to confirm scheduling.
Availability
Due to high demand, new projects may not be immediately available. We schedule project start dates once the first month’s payment for a subscription plan is received or the full payment for standalone projects is made.
Scope of Work
Our scope is defined by what is explicitly outlined in our subscription plans and proposals. Any additional requests will require a new proposal and corresponding fees.
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Graphic Design Project Workflow
Your subscription level grants access to a set number of graphic design projects each month. We handle one project at a time to ensure focus and quality.
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Deliverables
Final approved artwork files will be delivered via email or Dropbox. Archived files can be retrieved for a fee. All fees must be paid in full before deliverables are released.
Payments and Scheduling
The quoted fee must be paid in full upon acceptance to schedule projects. For monthly subscription-based engagements, the first month’s fee must be paid in full to confirm scheduling. A credit card or bank account information must be kept on file for automatic payments. Late payments will pause work until the outstanding balance is settled.
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Revisions
Based on your subscription level, all design projects include at least two rounds of revisions. Each round can contain an unlimited number of individual revisions, provided they are submitted together. Additional rounds of revisions are available for $175 each.
Design Proofs
Clients are responsible for ensuring the content in design proofs is correct. Unity Design is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the approved artwork.
Design Approval and Prepress Work
Clients must officially approve all design proofs using our artwork approval form. Modifications requested after form submission are available for $175 per round.
Press Checks and Print Color Accuracy
Unity Design cannot guarantee the color accuracy or quality of printed or on-screen designs. It is the client’s responsibility to ensure print vendors use the right ink colors.
Social Media Marketing Expectations
Social media marketing requires consistency, creativity, experimentation, and patience. Results typically appear after 6–12 months. Unity Design specializes in organic social media.
Intellectual Property
Upon payment of the project fees, the final approved designs, including print-ready files, become the client’s property. ‘Primary Materials’—such as finalized design assets, logos, typography, color palettes, and other key elements—will be transferred to the client. However, editable working files (e.g., Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop files) remain the property of Unity Design. Unity Design also retains ownership of preliminary materials, including drafts, sketches, and the software used to create the project. The client is responsible for ensuring that all materials provided to Unity Design are legally owned or licensed for use.
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Font Usage and Sharing Policy
Fonts used in your projects are subject to their licensing agreements and are not transferred to you; any ongoing use requires purchasing your own licenses. Fonts may only be shared with third parties, such as printers, if the license permits; otherwise, we provide outlined or alternative files. Redistribution, resale, or unauthorized embedding of fonts is prohibited, and clients are responsible for acquiring licenses for independent use. We strictly adhere to all font licensing terms—please contact us with any questions or specific needs.
Project Suspension
If you need to withdraw from a subscription-based engagement before completion, you may do so by paying 50% of one month’s fees. Any payments made up to that point are non-refundable. If the engagement is ended without payment of the suspension fee, Unity Design reserves the right to reuse or amend any work done up to that point. Unity Design reserves the right to cancel engagemnts and projects in the event of non-payment, breach of terms, or failure to provide necessary materials or feedback.
Project Timelines & Rush Fees
Each project has its own timeline. Additional work, late client feedback, or unexpected circumstances may require extra time and fees. Rush projects may incur a fee of at least 50% of the regular project fee.
Indemnification
The client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Unity Design from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from the client’s use of the design deliverables, breach of this agreement, or third-party claims related to the client’s business. This obligation continues after the project is completed or the agreement is terminated.
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Limitation of Liability
Unity Design's liability for any claim arising out of client projects project shall not exceed the total amount paid by the client for the project. Unity Design will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from projects commissioned by the client.
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Amendments
Unity Design reserves the right to update these terms periodically.