Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 6th October 2026

1. About these Terms

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") apply to your use of the website operated by [YOUR FULL NAME / BUSINESS NAME] ("I", "me", "my" or "the Business"), a sole-trader graphic design and illustration business based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms.

If you engage me for graphic design or illustration services, the specific terms of that engagement will be set out in a separate proposal, quotation, agreement or client services contract.

2. Website content

The content on this website is provided for general information about my services, creative work and business.

I make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on the website is accurate and current. However, I do not guarantee that all information will always be complete, accurate or up to date.

I may update, change or remove website content at any time.

3. Intellectual property

Unless otherwise stated, the content on this website, including original artwork, illustrations, graphics, photographs, written content, branding and design elements, is owned by or licensed to me and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You must not reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, publish or commercially exploit website content without my prior written permission, unless permitted by law.

4. Portfolio and previous work

Examples of my work displayed on this website are provided to demonstrate my creative practice and experience.

Client work remains subject to any intellectual property, confidentiality or usage rights agreed with the relevant client.

I will not display confidential client work where I have agreed not to do so.

Where permitted by the relevant client agreement, I may display completed work in my portfolio, website, social media or other professional promotional materials.

5. Graphic design and illustration services

I provide freelance graphic design and illustration services, which may include:

Brand identity and logo design
Graphic design
Illustration
Marketing and advertising materials
Social media assets
Packaging and promotional artwork
Motion graphics
Other creative services agreed with a client

Specific services, deliverables, fees, timelines and revision limits will be agreed with the client before work begins.

6. Quotes and proposals

Quotes and proposals are generally valid for [14/30] days unless otherwise stated.

A quote may change if the scope of a project changes or if additional services or deliverables are requested.

No project work will begin until the relevant proposal or agreement has been accepted and any required deposit has been received.

7. Project scope and additional work

The agreed project scope will be outlined in the relevant proposal or agreement.

Requests outside the agreed scope may result in additional fees and/or an extension to the project timeline.

Additional work will generally be discussed and approved by the client before it is undertaken.

8. Revisions and client feedback

The number of revision rounds included in a project will be specified in the relevant proposal or agreement.

Additional revisions or substantial changes to an approved concept may incur additional fees.

Clients are responsible for providing clear and consolidated feedback within the agreed timeframe.

Delays in receiving feedback, approvals, content or materials may affect the project delivery date.

9. Client responsibilities

The client is responsible for providing accurate information, content, materials, specifications and approvals required for the project.

The client confirms that they have the necessary rights and permissions to provide any text, images, logos, photographs, fonts or other materials supplied to me for use in the project.

The client is responsible for ensuring that supplied materials do not infringe the rights of another person or organisation.

10. Payment

Project fees, deposits, payment schedules and due dates will be specified in the relevant proposal, quotation or agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed:

A deposit of [30–50]% may be required before work begins.
The remaining balance is payable upon completion or before final files are released.
Invoices are payable within [7/14/30] days.
Additional work outside the agreed scope may be invoiced separately.

Any payment terms must be read together with applicable Australian consumer law.

11. Late payments

If an invoice is not paid by the agreed due date, I may contact the client to request payment and may pause work until outstanding amounts are resolved.

Any interest, recovery costs or other charges will only be applied where permitted by law and agreed under the relevant contract.

12. Cancellation or termination

Either party may request to end a project by providing written notice.

If a client cancels a project after work has commenced, the client may be responsible for payment for work completed and approved expenses incurred up to the date of cancellation, subject to the terms of the relevant agreement and applicable law.

Any deposit or advance payment will be dealt with according to the specific project agreement and applicable consumer law.

13. Intellectual property in commissioned work

Ownership and licensing of final creative work will be determined by the specific project agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, payment for a project does not automatically transfer all intellectual property rights in every concept, draft, unused design or working file created during the project.

Final deliverables may be supplied to the client according to the usage rights agreed in the project proposal or contract.

14. Unused concepts and working files

Unless otherwise agreed, concepts, sketches, drafts, rejected designs and unused creative directions remain my intellectual property.

Working files, source files and editable files are not automatically included in project deliverables.

If a client requires source or editable files, this should be agreed before or during the project and may involve an additional fee.

15. Third-party materials

A project may include third-party materials such as fonts, stock imagery, software assets, music or other licensed content.

Where applicable, the client may be responsible for purchasing or maintaining the necessary licences.

Third-party licences may contain separate restrictions on how materials can be used.

16. Client-supplied materials

The client is responsible for ensuring that they have permission to use any materials they provide.

I am not responsible for claims arising from the client's unauthorised use of third-party materials supplied by the client.

17. Errors and approvals

Clients are responsible for reviewing and approving final artwork before publication, printing or production.

The client should carefully check spelling, names, dates, contact details, dimensions, colours and other supplied information before approving final artwork.

I will correct errors caused by my own mistake where reasonably appropriate. Errors introduced by incorrect client information or discovered after client approval may require additional work.

This clause does not exclude or limit any rights or guarantees that cannot legally be excluded under Australian law.

18. Printing and third-party production

Where I arrange or assist with printing or production through a third-party supplier, the third party's terms and specifications may also apply.

I am not responsible for manufacturing or production issues outside my reasonable control.

Where appropriate, clients will be given an opportunity to approve proofs before production.

19. Portfolio use

Unless confidentiality or another restriction has been agreed in writing, I may display completed work created for a client in my:

Website
Portfolio
Social media
Awards submissions
Promotional materials
Professional presentations

I will respect any agreed confidentiality requirements.

20. Confidential information

I will treat confidential client information provided to me for a project with reasonable care.

Clients should clearly identify information that is confidential or subject to specific confidentiality requirements.

Where a project requires a formal confidentiality agreement, the parties may enter into a separate NDA or confidentiality agreement.

21. Website availability

I do not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted or free from errors.

I may temporarily suspend or modify the website for maintenance, updates, security or other operational reasons.

22. External links

The website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

These links are provided for convenience. I do not control or accept responsibility for the content, availability or privacy practices of third-party websites.

23. Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by law, I will not be liable for indirect, incidental or consequential loss arising from your use of this website.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude, restrict or modify any right, guarantee, warranty or remedy that cannot lawfully be excluded, restricted or modified under Australian law, including applicable rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

24. Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies rights or remedies that cannot legally be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable legislation.

Where Australian Consumer Law applies, you may have rights and guarantees in relation to services that cannot be excluded by contract.

25. Privacy

Your use of this website may involve the collection of personal information.

Please refer to my Privacy Policy for information about how I collect, use, store and protect personal information.

26. Changes to these Terms

I may update these Terms from time to time.

The updated version will be published on this website with a revised "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms, to the extent permitted by law.

27. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

Any disputes arising in relation to these Terms will be subject to the applicable laws and courts of New South Wales, subject to any rights you may have under Australian law.

28. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:

Noel Bellett
Email: contact@noelbellett.com
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia