Terms of Service

Last updated: August 27 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. Until paid, all preview exports may contain watermarks or reduced resolution at my discretion.

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

#### Non‑payment, Late Fees, and Chargebacks

If an invoice becomes overdue, I may pause work and delivery until all outstanding amounts are paid.

A late fee of 2% per month (or the maximum permitted by law, if lower) may be applied to overdue balances.

You agree not to initiate payment disputes or chargebacks. If a chargeback occurs, you remain liable for the full project amount, any processing or collection costs, and reasonable legal fees.

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

#### Acceptance

A delivery is deemed accepted if no revision requests are submitted within 5 business days of delivery (or within the mutually agreed review window).

After acceptance (explicit or deemed), any further changes are out of scope and will be quoted separately.

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

Indemnity for Provided Materials

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold me harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your footage, music, or other materials; (b) your instructions; or (c) your use or distribution of the final videos.

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

Third‑Party Assets

If you request use of third‑party assets (fonts, plugins, stock footage, graphics), you are responsible for obtaining and maintaining any required licenses unless I expressly agree in writing to procure them for you.

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

Text and title changes

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

Change Orders

Any changes after scope agreement (including new features, significant story changes, or substantial new footage) will be handled via a change order and priced separately. Timelines may be adjusted accordingly.

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

Work‑for‑Hire and License

Unless we explicitly agree in writing to a “work‑for‑hire” arrangement under applicable law, I grant you a perpetual, worldwide, non‑exclusive license to use the final exported video deliverables for your channels and related promotions. Project files, templates, presets, and working files remain my property unless purchased separately.

Confidentiality

I will keep your non‑public materials and communications confidential and use them solely for the project. This obligation does not apply to information that is public, already known to me without restriction, rightfully received from a third party, or independently developed without use of your confidential information.

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.

Suspension and Termination

I may suspend work or terminate the project immediately if invoices remain unpaid, if you fail to provide required materials or feedback within a reasonable time, or if you request unlawful or unethical content. In such cases, you will be billed for work performed up to the suspension/termination date.

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

Data and Security

While I take reasonable measures to safeguard files, I cannot guarantee against loss, corruption, or unauthorized access. Please maintain your own backups.

What I'm Not Responsible For

How you use the final video

YouTube algorithm performance

Technical issues on your end

Platform policy changes

Taxes and Withholding

Prices are exclusive of any applicable taxes, duties, or withholding. You are responsible for any such amounts required by law (except those based on my income).

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

Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for delays or failures due to events beyond reasonable control. Timelines will be adjusted accordingly.

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 total fees paid by you for the specific project giving rise to the claim in the 6 months preceding the claim. In no event will I be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages; loss of profits, revenue, goodwill, or data; or business interruption, even if advised of the possibility.

Warranties and Disclaimers

Except as expressly stated, the services and deliverables are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including without limitation warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non‑infringement.

Independent Contractor

I am an independent contractor. Nothing here creates a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship. You have no authority to bind me, and I have no authority to bind you.

Assignment and Subcontractors

Neither party may assign this agreement without the other’s prior written consent, except to a successor in interest of substantially all business or assets. I may use subcontractors to perform portions of the services, remaining responsible for the work.

Entire Agreement

These terms, together with our written scope/quote and any change orders, constitute the entire agreement and supersede all prior discussions. Any amendments must be in writing.

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.

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally within 30 days, we agree to attempt non‑binding mediation in Christchurch, New Zealand. If mediation fails, disputes will be resolved in the courts of Christchurch, New Zealand unless we mutually agree in writing to binding arbitration.

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 27 2025. By using my services, you agree to these terms of service.