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Advice on what to include in a contract, samples, and legal issues for graphic designers.

Graphic Design Tip - Treat a Contract as Two-Way Agreement
When reaching the stage of a project when it’s time to seal the deal, you may find clients are hesitant to sign a lengthy contract or scared of the term “contract” in general. Therefore, it is important to treat contracts as two-way agreements and present them as such to your clients.

Graphic Design Tip – Always Have a Contract
When working as a graphic designer, there may be situations where a contract does not seem necessary. However, it is a good rule to have a contract regardless of who the job is for, the length of the job or the amount of work involved.

What to Include in a Design Contract
Contracts are important to protect the designer and clearly spell out the terms of an agreement and project. This list describes sections to include in a graphic design contract.

How To Write a Contract
The About.com guide to desktop publishing provides a step-by-step guide to writing contracts for a graphic design business.

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