Terms of Service
Last updated: August 17 2025
By hiring me for video editing services, you agree to the following terms. These apply to all projects unless otherwise agreed in writing.
What I Do
I provide professional video editing services for YouTubers and content creators, specializing in:
- Long-form gaming content (especially Rust wipes with story arcs)
- Trailers and cinematic content
- Complete post-production (sound mixing, color grading, motion graphics)
- Licensed music from Epidemic Sound and Musicbed
How It Works
1. Getting Started
- Submit your project details through my contact form
- I'll send you a custom quote within 24 hours
- Once agreed via email/messaging, you'll receive a secure upload link for your footage
- I'll create your rough cut and deliver a preview version for your review (watermarked or low-res)
- Once approved, full payment is required to proceed with revisions and final delivery
2. Payment
- Payment in full after rough cut approval
- Payment required to continue and finish the work
- No deposit required upfront
- Payment via paypal | wise | stripe
- Invoices provided for all transactions
- Invoices are due within 2 days of receipt. Work resumes only after full payment is received.
- Price quoted per project (no set rate)
- Price agreed upon before work starts via email/messaging
- Price only changes if you request changes during the project
3. The Editing Process
- I'll review your footage and confirm project details
- I'll create and deliver your rough cut (preview version)
- Payment in full required to continue after rough cut approval
- 2 rounds of revisions included to finalize the edit
- Final version delivered within agreed timeline
4. Delivery
- Final files will be delivered after full payment is received and any included revision rounds are completed.
- Final video delivered in your preferred format (MP4, MOV, etc.)
- Multiple resolutions available if needed
Your Responsibilities
Content Rights
- You must own or have permission to use all footage you provide
- You're responsible for ensuring content doesn't violate copyright
- Provide clear project requirements and timely feedback
Communication
- All project communication will happen through the same platform we initially discussed the project (Discord, Instagram, email, etc.)
- Respond to project updates within reasonable time
- Provide specific feedback during revision rounds
- Let me know about any changes to requirements early
Music Licensing
What's Included
- Licensed music from my Epidemic Sound and Musicbed accounts
- Music cleared for YouTube monetization
- I'll help dispute Content ID claims on your original upload
Important Limitations
- License covers original upload only
- Support for Content ID disputes: 12 months from delivery
- Re-uploads or use on different platforms may need new licensing
- If you re-upload the same video after 12 months, you'll need your own music licensing
Revisions and Changes
What's Included (Free)
- 2 rounds of revisions per project
- Revisions include timing adjustments, text corrections, music swaps, or simple clip changes. Major restructures, story changes, or new footage are considered new work.
- Minor timing, music, and color adjustments
Additional Costs
- Pricing for additional revisions or rush delivery will be quoted based on scope.
- Major structural changes: May require re-quoting
- Scope changes: New requirements need new quote
Rights and Usage
Your Rights
- You own your original footage
- Full rights to use the final edited video
- Commercial use allowed (that's the point!)
My Rights
- I can showcase completed work in my portfolio once you've published it publicly
- I retain my editing techniques and workflow
- I won't show work before you publish it yourself
Cancellations and Refunds
- Before I start editing: Full refund
- During editing: Partial refund based on work completed
- After delivery: No refunds for completed work
- My fault (missed deadline, major error): Full refund available if you don't want to accept the late work. Once I deliver the final files, no refunds are available.
File Storage and Backups
- Project files stored securely for 2 months
- You're responsible for backing up final videos
- Source files can be returned for additional fee
- Extended storage available if needed
What I'm Not Responsible For
- How you use the final video
- YouTube algorithm performance
- Copyright issues with your original footage
- Technical issues on your end
Delays and Issues
- I'll communicate any delays immediately
- Genuine emergencies happen - we'll work it out
- If I can't complete your project, full refund provided
Legal Stuff
- These terms are governed by New Zealand law
- Any disputes will be resolved in Christchurch, New Zealand
- If any part of these terms becomes unenforceable, the rest still applies
- My liability is limited to the amount you paid me
Disputes
Let's talk it out first. Seriously - just email me at jesse@etwellstudio.com and we'll figure it out. Most issues are just communication problems.
Updates to These Terms
- I may update these terms from time to time.
- By accepting a new invoice and making payment, you agree to the version of the terms in effect at that time.
- Please review the terms each time you receive an invoice to stay up to date.
- Updates apply to future projects only and do not change the terms you already agreed to for past work.
Contact
Email: jesse@etwellstudio.com
Response time: Usually within 24 hours (often much faster)
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This policy is effective as of August 17 2025. By using my services, you agree to these terms of service.