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TERMS & CONDITIONS
ORDER ACCEPTANCE
All orders
are binding once the client approves artwork and/or the order confirmation has
been signed.
CHANGES
Any change to
an order must be approved and signed. Changes can cause delays and Creative
Concepts accepts no responsibility for missed deadlines caused by changes
requested by customer. Approved artwork changes will be billed at the rate of
$25.00 each after initial approval has been received and order placed. Artwork
fees may apply (billed hourly); if changes are made to artwork and not text.
AUTHORIZED RETURNS/CANCELLATIONS
Merchandise
found to be defective or incorrect due to Creative Concept’s error will be
replaced if notice is given within 5 days from receipt of merchandise.
Cancellations will be accepted within 24 hours of receipt of deposit. If a
refund is authorized, the refund will be issued on company check. Other refund
issues will be resolved with in store credit to be applied to the customer’s
next order.
ALL CLIENTS
A 50% deposit
will be required of all clients with the remainder due upon delivery. Orders
totaling $1100 or more will require a 75% deposit, applies to Rush orders.
Acceptable payment methods, cash, check, cashier’s check or money order. No
terms will be extended to a client. COD fees may apply where applicable.
SAMPLES
Samples
will be billed at full cost and other samples will be billed if Creative
Concepts is billed. Appropriate credit will be given against the order once
placed where applicable.
ARTWORK
Setup charges
can be minimized if Production-ready artwork is provided to size.
Production-ready artwork is defined as follows:
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Artwork MUST be
in Pantone Colors, otherwise artwork fees will apply
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600 dpi (or
higher) laser prints sized to fit specs.
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Multi color
imprints: send black & white separations with registration marks for each
color.
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Always include
a color composite.
We can also
use letterhead, business cards and printed material on flat smooth
surfaces. Please note that each of these require touching up, which can cause
delays and are charged at the usual artwork charge of $65.00/hour. We are
happy to help you with Logo Development, Color Separations, Design, Typesetting,
etc. Cost for these services is $40/half hour.
ESTIMATES
Estimates
and/or product pictures are provided to each customer. This is only an estimate
and the actual cost will be reflected on the Order Confirmation, which must be
signed by an authorized person to proceed with the order. The estimate is
provided as good faith to do service. Should a company seek additional bids for
services, copyrights belong to Creative Concepts for estimated items and we
request the last right to bid. This means that you or your company agrees
to provide a copy of the “best” bid reflecting same quantities and product to
Creative Concepts so that we may have the opportunity to counter or meet
comparably estimated products.
PRODUCTION &
RUSH SERVICES
Rush orders
are available. Normal completion is two-threes (2-3) weeks for wearables,
four-five (4-5) weeks for domestic ad specialty, six-eight (6-8) for overseas ad
specialty from the time the artwork is approved, a signed order confirmation and
deposit are received. Rush orders are subject to product availability and fees
associated with rush services. Rush fees can be between 10% and 50% of the
invoiced amount, with a minimum fee of $50. Overnight shipping fees will be
added. Rush fees will be based on the number of days to complete said project
and minimum deposit of 75% to process is required.
DROP
SHIPMENTS
Orders can be
dropped ship if payment has been received in full for the order. If payment has
not been received in full, the completed order will be shipped COD and COD fees
will apply. A minimum drop ship fee of $15 will be added to the invoice. Once
the order has been received, we request that you inspect your order. Once you
have inspected your product, sign and fax a copy of the invoice acknowledging
receipt and accuracy of your order to Creative Concepts.
LEGAL
Purchaser
agrees to pay all of Creative Concepts actual attorney fees and any collection
agency fees incurred in the collection of any amount owed hereunder and not paid
when due. A finance charge and late fees will apply to the maximum of what the
law allows on all balances over 30 days.
Your
signature indicates that you have read, understand and agree to the terms and
condition herein. No addendum will be accepted unless agreed upon by both
parties, submitted in writing and signed by authorized individuals representing
the companies.
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