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Terms & Conditions

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Scottish Female Voice Over Artist

Voiceover Artist Terms and Conditions

 

These terms and conditions (“Agreement”) govern the provision of Voiceover services by Sarah Barron ("Voiceover Artist" or "We" or "Our"), located in the United Kingdom, to the client ("Client" or "You"). By engaging with the Voiceover Artist for services, you agree to the terms outlined below.

 

1. Services Provided

 

The Voiceover Artist agrees to provide Voiceover recording services as detailed in the project brief provided by the Client. These services may include but are not limited to:

  • Voiceover for advertisements, explainer videos, audiobooks, e-learning materials, podcasts, etc.

  • Script reading, tone adjustments, pacing, and delivery in accordance with Client’s requirements.

  • Revisions or changes to the Voiceover as agreed in writing between the Voiceover Artist and Client.

 

2. Project Scope and Deliverables

 

The Voiceover Artist will deliver the following to the Client:

  • Audio Files: The finished Voiceover in the agreed format (e.g., WAV, MP3, etc.) delivered via email, cloud service, or any other mutually agreed method.

  • Revisions: As specified in the "Revisions and Changes" section below.

Any additional work, including but not limited to script writing, proofreading, sound engineering, or extended Voiceover recordings beyond the agreed scope, may incur extra charges, subject to mutual agreement.

 

3. Fees and Payment Terms

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  • Fees: Fees for Voiceover services are agreed upon by the Client and Voiceover Artist prior to the commencement of work. The fee will be outlined in the project quote or invoice.

  • Payment Schedule: The Fee will be due upon delivery of the final audio files and payable by 28 days after invoice submission

  • Payment Methods: Payments are to be made via Bank Transfer or any other agreed-upon method.

  • Late Payments: If payment is not received within 28 days of invoice submission, the Voiceover Artist reserves the right to charge interest at a rate of 5% per month on the outstanding balance.

 

4. Revisions and Changes

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  • Included Revisions: The Voiceover Artist agrees to provide two rounds of revisions to the Voiceover at no extra charge. Revisions must be requested within 14 days of the delivery of the initial recording, unless otherwise agreed.

  • Additional Revisions: Any revisions beyond the agreed number of free revisions will be billed at an hourly rate of £250 per hour or per project as agreed.

  • Client Changes: Should the Client request significant changes to the original script or Voiceover style after work has commenced, additional fees may apply, depending on the extent of the changes.

 

5. Cancellation and Termination

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  • Client Cancellation: If the Client cancels the project before work has commenced, no charge will be made. If the work has already begun, he Voiceover Artist can charge a proportion of the agreed free as compensation for time spent.

  • Voiceover Artist Cancellation: If the Voiceover Artist cancels or is unable to complete the project due to illness, unforeseen circumstances, or other reasons, the Client will receive a full refund of any funds paid, or, if appropriate, alternative arrangements will be discussed.

 

6. Usage Rights and Ownership

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  • Ownership: Upon full payment, the Client will have full usage rights to the Voiceover files for the agreed-upon purpose, and the agreed period.  If no agreement on usage period is made, the default usage period will 1 year.

  • Copyright: The Voiceover Artist retains copyright over the voice recordings, but grants the Client an exclusive, non-transferable license to use the recordings for the specific project agreed upon.

  • Unauthorized Usage: Any usage beyond the agreed scope of the project (e.g., using the Voiceover for additional media or different campaigns) requires additional approval from the Voiceover Artist and may incur further charges.

 

7. Confidentiality

 

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all project-related information, scripts, and sensitive materials provided during the project. The Voiceover Artist agrees not to disclose any confidential information about the Client’s project or business to third parties without the Client’s consent.

 

8. Delivery and Timelines

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  • The Voiceover Artist will use reasonable efforts to complete the project within the mutually agreed timelines. However, delays may occur due to factors outside the Voiceover Artist’s control (e.g., technical issues, health, or other unforeseen circumstances).

  • The Client agrees to provide any necessary materials (e.g., script, project brief) in a timely manner to avoid delays in the delivery of the Voiceover.

 

9. Limitation of Liability

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The Voiceover Artist shall not be held liable for any indirect, consequential, or special damages arising from the use of the delivered recordings. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Voiceover Artist against any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from the Client’s use of the Voiceover recordings.

 

10. Force Majeure

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Neither party will be held responsible for any delay or failure in the performance of their obligations under this Agreement if such delay or failure is caused by events outside of their control, including but not limited to acts of God, fire, flood, war, or other circumstances.

 

11. Governing Law

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This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of England and Wales.

 

12. Use of Voice in AI and Synthetic Media

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  • Prohibition of AI Usage: The Client agrees not to use the Voiceover recordings, in whole or in part, to train or generate artificial intelligence (AI) models, machine learning systems, or any other automated processes (collectively referred to as "AI") without the express written consent of the Voiceover Artist.

  • No Synthetic Voice Reproduction: The Client shall not, without the prior written consent of the Voiceover Artist, use the recordings for the creation of synthetic, deepfake, or AI-generated versions of the Voiceover Artist’s voice, including but not limited to the replication of the voice for use in virtual assistants, AI chatbots, or any other AI-driven applications.

  • Client Responsibility: The Client agrees that they will not license, sublicense, or otherwise transfer the Voiceover recordings to any third party for the purpose of creating AI-generated voices or other synthetic media. Any such unauthorised use will be considered a breach of this Agreement and may result in legal action.

  • Additional Licensing for AI Use: Should the Client wish to use the Voiceover recordings in any AI-driven or synthetic media project, a separate agreement and licensing arrangement must be negotiated and executed between the Client and the Voiceover Artist.

 

13. Miscellaneous

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  • Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.

  • Amendments: Any amendments to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

 

By engaging the Voiceover Artist for services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.

 

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact Sarah Barron -  mail@sarahbarron.co.uk

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