Design Contract Templates
Lawyer-reviewed contract templates for freelance designers. Free downloads available.
Why Designers Need a Strong Contract
Design projects — whether branding, UI/UX, or illustration — involve creative work that is inherently subjective. Without clear boundaries, a logo project turns into a full brand identity, and three revision rounds become twenty. A well-written design contract protects your creative process, your time, and your intellectual property.
The single most important clause for designers is intellectual property ownership. Clients often assume they own everything the moment you press “send.” A transfer-on-payment clause ensures you retain ownership of every pixel, font, and source file until the final invoice is paid. This alone can prevent the most common design dispute: a client using your work without paying.
Revision limits are equally critical. Without a cap, a client can request endless tweaks with no additional compensation. Our design templates include a standard two-round revision limit, with additional rounds billed separately. This keeps feedback focused and protects your profitability.
Our design contract templates also cover portfolio rights — so you can showcase your best work to future clients — and kill fees for cancelled projects. Whether you need a comprehensive graphic design contract or a general service agreement, every template is lawyer-reviewed and ready in 60 seconds.
Freelance Service Agreement
General-purpose contract. Works for any freelancer. Covers payment terms, IP, confidentiality, and liability.
Late Payment Demand Letter
Formal demand letter for overdue invoices. References contract terms, states legal rights, sets final deadline.
Freelancer's Red Flag Checklist
10 warning signs to spot before accepting a project. A lead magnet that builds trust.
Mutual NDA
Protect ideas shared in both directions. Covers confidential information, exclusions, and term.
Graphic Design Contract
Covers logo files, brand guidelines delivery, colour palette ownership, and revision protection.
Retainer Agreement
For ongoing monthly clients. Covers set hours, unused hour rollover, scope boundaries, and 30-day termination.
Subcontractor Agreement
When you need to bring in help. Covers IP assignment upstream, confidentiality, and payment flow.