Terms of Service for After Dark Media
Effective Date: 9th January 2025
Welcome to After Dark Media! These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our services, including on-site photography and videography, printed photo delivery, and online platforms for downloading or purchasing high-resolution media. By engaging with our services or visiting our website (afterdarkmedia.com.au), you agree to comply with these Terms.
1. Services Provided
After Dark Media offers professional photography and videography services for events. Services may include, but are not limited to:
- Capturing and delivering event photos and videos.
- On-site printing of photos during events.
- Uploading media to an online platform for high-resolution downloads or additional print purchases.
2. Booking and Payments
a. Booking Confirmation:
- A booking is confirmed once a signed agreement and any required deposit are received.
b. Payment Terms:
- Full payment is required before final delivery of media.
- Payments for prints or downloads via our website must be made at the time of purchase.
c. Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations made 14 days before the event may be eligible for a refund of the deposit, less any administrative fees.
- No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 7 days before the event.
3. Delivery of Media
a. On-Site Printing:
- Photos printed on-site are provided as-is, based on real-time edits and the quality available at the event.
b. Online Galleries:
- Event media will be uploaded to a secure gallery within 14 business days after the event.
- High-resolution downloads are available for free or purchase, as agreed upon.
c. Delivery Timelines:
- Digital and printed products will be delivered within a mutually agreed timeframe.
4. Client Responsibilities
a. Access and Permissions:
- Clients must secure any necessary permissions for After Dark Media to operate at the event location, including photography, videography, and on-site printing.
b. Media Usage:
- By engaging our services, you confirm that all individuals at the event consent to being photographed or recorded.
5. Use of Media
a. Ownership:
- After Dark Media retains ownership of all images and videos captured unless otherwise agreed in writing.
- Clients receive a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the delivered media for personal or agreed-upon commercial purposes.
b. Promotional Use:
- After Dark Media reserves the right to use captured media for promotional purposes (e.g., social media or portfolio), unless otherwise specified in the client agreement.
c. Restrictions:
- Media may not be altered, resold, or used for purposes outside the agreed-upon terms without explicit written consent.
6. Refunds and Revisions
a. Refunds:
- Refunds are not provided for completed services unless explicitly stated in the service agreement.
b. Revisions:
- One round of minor revisions may be requested for digital media. Additional revisions may incur extra charges.
7. Limitation of Liability
- After Dark Media is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our services or media.
- In the unlikely event of technical failure or loss of media, liability is limited to a refund of fees paid or reshooting the event, if possible.
8. Data Collection and Privacy
- By using our services, you agree to our Privacy Policy regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal data.
9. Intellectual Property
- All images, videos, and related materials created by After Dark Media are protected under copyright law.
10. Dispute Resolution
- Any disputes will be resolved amicably through mediation. If unresolved, disputes shall be settled under the laws of Queensland, Australia.
11. Changes to Terms
- After Dark Media reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on our website, and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, please contact us:
After Dark Media
Email: info@afterdarkmedia.com.au