📜 Terms and Conditions of Service
Effective Date: [Date of Site Launch, e.g., December 11, 2025]
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website futurekix.studio (the “Website”) and the professional music production, graphic design, and consultation services (“Services”) offered by Thorlak Hallett trading as Futurekix Studio (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our Website or initiating a consultation for Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Scope of Services
1.1 General: Futurekix Studio provides bespoke services in high-end electronic music production (including mixing, mastering, and sound design), professional graphic design (including album artwork and branding), and video editing/visuals. 1.2 Bespoke Nature: All Services are provided on a custom, project-by-project basis, and quotes provided during consultation are valid for a period of 30 days.
2. Consultation and Engagement
2.1 Consultation: Initial consultation is offered to assess project feasibility and alignment with the studio’s quality standards. This consultation does not constitute a commitment from either party to enter a contract. 2.2 Contractual Agreement: A formal Statement of Work (SOW) or Project Agreement detailing the scope, deliverables, timeline, and investment required must be agreed upon and signed before any work commences. These Terms shall form part of any subsequent SOW.
3. Client Responsibilities and Materials
3.1 Project Materials: The Client must provide all necessary materials (e.g., multitrack stems, reference tracks, design briefs, high-resolution logos) in the agreed-upon format and by the agreed-upon deadline. Delays in material submission may affect the project timeline. 3.2 Final Approval: The Client is responsible for final sign-off on all project deliverables (mixes, masters, designs). Once final approval is given, any subsequent changes may incur additional fees.
4. Intellectual Property Rights (IP)
4.1 Client IP: The Client retains all intellectual property rights to the materials they provide to Futurekix Studio. 4.2 Deliverable IP: Upon full and final payment of all invoices, the copyright and intellectual property rights for the final, agreed-upon deliverables (e.g., the final master track, the final design file) shall be transferred to the Client. 4.3 Studio Rights: Futurekix Studio retains the right to use samples of the final deliverables in its public portfolio and promotional materials (including the Website and social media), unless otherwise agreed upon in the signed SOW.
5. Investment and Payment
5.1 Investment: Investment for Services is based on the bespoke nature of the project and will be detailed exclusively in the SOW. No prices are displayed on the Website. 5.2 Deposit: A non-refundable 30% deposit of the total investment is required to secure the booking and commence work. 5.3 Payment Terms: The final balance is due upon completion of the Services and before the final deliverables are released to the Client. All payments shall be made in GBP (£).
6. Website Use and Disclaimer
6.1 Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, the information, portfolios, and descriptions on the Website are for general informational purposes only. 6.2 Liability: You acknowledge that you use the Website at your own risk. We are not liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of the Website or reliance on its content.
7. Termination of Service
We reserve the right to terminate Services at any time if the Client breaches these Terms, fails to make timely payments, or engages in abusive or unprofessional conduct.
8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and your use of the Website and Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.