Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: 23rd October 2024
Welcome to Caris Studios (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website, www.carisstudios.com, or engaging with our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully.
1. Overview
Caris Studios provides a range of creative production services, including but not limited to video production, brand films, storytelling content, and event recaps. These Terms govern the use of our website and any services offered by us.
2. Services
We offer creative production services, including:
- Brand films and corporate storytelling
- Event recaps
- Content for social media (short-form and long-form videos)
- Campaign design and strategy
The scope of work, including deadlines, fees, and deliverables, will be defined in a separate written agreement or quotation provided for each project.
3. Quotations and Payments
All quotations are valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated. Payments are structured in milestones, typically as follows:
- 50% deposit upon signing the agreement
- 50% upon delivery of the final content
For certain projects, a different payment schedule may be agreed upon. We reserve the right to withhold final delivery of any content until full payment has been received.
4. Cancellation Policy
Once a project has commenced, cancellation fees may apply depending on the amount of work already completed. Any work completed up to the date of cancellation will be billed, and any unused deposit will be refunded minus administrative or production costs incurred.
5. Late Fees
Failure to make payment within the agreed-upon schedule may result in late fees. Late payments may incur interest at a rate of 5% per month after a 10-day grace period.
6. Ownership and Intellectual Property
Unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing, Caris Studios retains full ownership of all raw footage, scripts, and other production materials. Final delivered content will only be transferred to the client once full payment is received. We reserve the right to use any completed project, including raw footage and final cuts, for promotional purposes unless otherwise agreed. Any withdrawal of content, including footage that was recorded but not used during the contracted period, does not entitle the client to ownership or usage rights of that material. This applies to all forms of media captured or created while contracted for production services. Should you wish to acquire rights to any unused or supplementary footage, a separate agreement must be negotiated.
7. Client Responsibility
Clients are responsible for providing clear and timely feedback during the production process. Any delay in feedback or required resources (logos, images, product information, etc.) may affect the delivery timeline.
8. Revisions
Our services typically include up to two rounds of revisions unless otherwise stated. Additional revisions will be billed at an hourly rate or as agreed in the project contract.
9. Content Approval
All content produced by Caris Studios will be approved by the client before final delivery. Once approved, the client assumes all responsibility for any further changes or alterations.
10. Copyright and Usage Rights
Caris Studios reserves the right to all content produced, including raw footage, unless explicitly agreed otherwise. Upon final payment, the client receives a provisional license for the use of the final content as outlined in the agreement. The content may not be altered, resold, or distributed without prior written permission from Caris Studios.
11. Liability
Caris Studios will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages that result from the use of, or inability to use, the services offered by us.
12. Force Majeure
Caris Studios shall not be liable for any failure to perform due to unforeseen circumstances or causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, labor strikes, or government restrictions.
13. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary information disclosed during the project. Confidential information includes any material or information that is not publicly available and is designated as confidential.
14. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate any project or agreement if the client fails to comply with these terms. Any unpaid balance for services rendered will be due immediately upon termination.
15. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of Trinidad and Tobago. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Trinidad and Tobago.
16. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and it is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
17. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, or to request clarification on any part of your agreement, please contact us at:
Caris Studios
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1-868-613-7576
Website: www.carisstudios.com