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Terms of Service
Welcome to KAIROS. These Terms of Service govern your use of our website and creative services. By engaging with our studio or using this website, you agree to these terms.
1. Services
KAIROS provides creative direction, commercial photography, filmmaking, visual storytelling, and related creative production services for businesses, brands, artists, and organisations.
The scope of work, deliverables, production schedule, licensing, and fees for each project will be outlined in a separate proposal or production agreement before work begins.
2. Project Proposals & Agreements
Every project begins with a written proposal outlining:
Scope of work
Deliverables
Production schedule
Pricing and payment terms
Revision rounds
Usage and licensing rights
Once accepted by both parties, the proposal becomes a binding agreement between you and KAIROS.
3. Payment Terms
Deposit
Most projects require a 50% non-refundable deposit before pre-production begins. The remaining balance is due according to the payment schedule outlined in your agreement.
Payment Methods
Payments may be made via bank transfer, Stripe, or other mutually agreed payment methods.
Late Payments
Invoices not settled within 30 days of the due date may incur a late fee of 1.5% per month or the maximum amount permitted by applicable law.
Cancellations & Refunds
Deposits become non-refundable once planning or production has commenced. If a project is cancelled after work has begun, payment will be required for all work completed up to the cancellation date.
4. Client Responsibilities
To ensure a successful collaboration, you agree to:
Provide timely feedback and approvals
Supply required information, locations, or access when applicable
Attend scheduled production days when necessary
Make payments according to the agreed schedule
Delays caused by missing approvals or unavailable resources may require adjustments to the production timeline.
5. Revisions
The number of included revision rounds will be specified in your project agreement.
Additional edits or changes beyond the agreed scope may incur additional fees.
Requests that significantly alter the approved creative direction may require a revised quotation.
6. Intellectual Property
Ownership
Upon full payment, you receive ownership or licensed usage rights to the final deliverables as outlined in your agreement.
KAIROS Retains Ownership Of
Unused concepts
Draft edits
Raw production files (unless otherwise agreed)
Production processes and creative methodologies
Internal templates and workflows
Third-party assets such as fonts, licensed music, or stock imagery remain subject to their respective licence agreements.
Portfolio Rights
Unless agreed otherwise in writing, KAIROS reserves the right to showcase completed work across its portfolio, website, social media, presentations, and promotional materials.
7. Third-Party Services & Licensing
Some productions may involve third-party services, including:
Licensed music
Stock photography or video
Fonts
Drone operators
Equipment rentals
Studio hire
Hair, makeup, or styling professionals
Any additional production costs will be clearly outlined before approval.
8. Confidentiality
We respect your privacy and agree to keep confidential information private, including:
Unreleased campaigns
Product launches
Business information
Marketing plans
Financial information
Any materials identified as confidential
If required, we are happy to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
9. Project Delays & Cancellations
If We Delay
Should unforeseen circumstances delay delivery, we will communicate promptly and work with you to establish a revised production schedule.
If You Delay
Project timelines may be extended when delays result from missing approvals, unavailable locations, scheduling conflicts, or incomplete client materials.
Cancellation
Either party may terminate a project by providing written notice. Outstanding work completed before cancellation remains payable.
10. Warranties
We warrant that:
Our original work is created by KAIROS or properly licensed.
We have the authority to provide the agreed services.
Final deliverables will align with the approved scope of work.
We cannot guarantee:
Specific commercial outcomes
Sales or revenue increases
Social media growth
Media coverage
Performance of third-party platforms
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, KAIROS shall not be liable for:
Indirect or consequential damages
Loss of revenue or profits
Business interruption
Data loss
Claims exceeding the total amount paid for the relevant project
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold KAIROS harmless from claims arising from:
Materials supplied by you that infringe third-party rights
Misuse of delivered assets
Breaches of these Terms of Service
13. Dispute Resolution
Should a dispute arise, both parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith discussion.
If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes will be governed under the applicable laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and resolved through the appropriate courts or mutually agreed alternative dispute resolution process.
14. Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
15. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms of Service periodically. The most recent version will always be available on this page with an updated revision date.
Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.
16. Contact
Questions about these Terms of Service?
KAIROS
Lagos, Nigeria
Email: hello@kairos.com