General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS)
Aude Laurent
Trade name : Ododo graphics
Legal status : Sole proprietorship (micro-enterprise)
Registered office : 35 Boulevard Maréchal Foch 06600 Antibes
SIRET : 83366822100033
Email : ododographics@gmail.com
Phone : 06 65 25 86 94
VAT number : FR34833668221
1. Purpose
These General Terms and Conditions of Sale define the terms under which Aude Laurent, freelance motion designer, provides visual, graphic, audiovisual, artistic direction, or animation services to the Client.
2. Quotation and Order
- The services are defined in a detailed quotation. The order is confirmed upon receipt of the signed quotation or payment of the required deposit (if specified in the quotation).
- Any order, signature of a quotation, or payment of a deposit constitutes full and unconditional acceptance of these GTCS.
3. Prices & Payment
- Prices indicated in the quotation are expressed in euros (€), excluding VAT (excl. VAT) and including VAT (incl. VAT). VAT is applied in accordance with the applicable legislation when required.
- The total amount payable corresponds to the incl. VAT amount stated in the quotation. The Client acknowledges that VAT payment is a legal obligation and forms an integral part of the service price.
- A deposit may be required upon validation of the quotation. The balance is due upon final delivery.
- In the event of late payment, penalties may be applied in accordance with applicable regulations.
4. Deadlines & Approvals
The deadlines indicated are estimates and may vary depending on the responsiveness of the Client, technical constraints, or external events. The Service Provider cannot be held responsible for delays due to a lack of feedback or information from the Client.
5. Revisions & Modifications
- The quotation specifies the number of revision rounds included. A revision corresponds to a set of modifications (up to 5 adjustments) requested at one time.
- Modifications outside the agreed scope, already validated elements, or revisions exceeding those included may be refused or invoiced additionally. However, flexibility may apply: minor changes to previously validated elements that require very limited time may be accommodated without additional charges.
- Any written approval (email, message, signature) of a version constitutes final acceptance.
6. Deliverables & Source Files
- Source files (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) are not included by default unless explicitly stated in the quotation.
- Delivery includes exported final files (standard formats such as MP4, MOV, etc.) specified in the quotation.
- Transfer of source files requires prior agreement. It involves specific preparation and additional invoicing under a separate quotation detailing usage and transfer conditions.
* Why? *
They constitute the Service Provider’s working tools and contain her expertise, methodology, and elements protected by copyright.
Use outside the defined scope of the final deliverable may result in:
Use outside the defined scope of the final deliverable may result in:
- uncontrolled modifications affecting project integrity,
- technical issues related to software versions or dependencies,
- reproduction of part of the Service Provider’s expertise without support.
The Client acknowledges that, unless explicitly agreed, no implicit right is granted to modify, adapt, or transform the source files beyond the use of the final deliverable defined in the quotation.
7. External Resources (Music, Images, Templates)
- External elements such as music, sound effects, stock images/videos, templates, and plug-ins are not included by default.
- The Service Provider may suggest options (e.g., Artlist licenses or stock libraries), but costs will vary depending on selections and will be reflected in the quotation or invoice.
- When professional stock resources are used, they comply with the applicable licenses at the time of delivery.
- If the Client provides materials (logos, images, music, locations, fonts, filmed individuals), the Client guarantees holding the necessary rights and assumes full responsibility. The Client shall indemnify the Service Provider in case of third-party claims or disputes.
8. Fonts
- Fonts are not provided by default. Free and open-source font platforms (e.g., Google Fonts) may be used, though resources are limited.
- If a paid font license is required, the cost of the license shall be borne by the Client, depending on the foundry and intended usage.
9. Professional Liability
Service Provider’s obligations:
The Service Provider undertakes to perform the agreed services diligently and in accordance with professional standards and the signed quotation. However, this obligation is one of means, not results: she cannot be held responsible for the impact, reception, or performance of the delivered content (e.g., results generated by a video published by the Client).
She shall not be liable for indirect or intangible losses arising from the use of the deliverables. The Service Provider will inform the Client of any difficulty that may affect execution or timelines.
The Service Provider undertakes to perform the agreed services diligently and in accordance with professional standards and the signed quotation. However, this obligation is one of means, not results: she cannot be held responsible for the impact, reception, or performance of the delivered content (e.g., results generated by a video published by the Client).
She shall not be liable for indirect or intangible losses arising from the use of the deliverables. The Service Provider will inform the Client of any difficulty that may affect execution or timelines.
Client’s obligations:
The Client undertakes to actively collaborate by providing all necessary information and authorizations.
The Client undertakes to actively collaborate by providing all necessary information and authorizations.
10. Advisory Role
The Service Provider may offer artistic and technical guidance. Final decisions remain the Client’s responsibility.
11. Post-Delivery Maintenance
- In case of a technical error directly attributable to the Service Provider and reported within a reasonable timeframe after delivery, necessary corrections will be made, excluding new modification requests.
- Except in cases of error or explicit mention in the quotation, post-delivery maintenance or adjustments are not included.
- Any additional intervention may be invoiced at an hourly rate or fixed supplementary fee.
12. Confidentiality
- The Service Provider undertakes not to disclose confidential Client information received during the collaboration (detailed briefs, strategies, internal documents, sensitive resources), except with written consent or legal obligation. This obligation remains valid after completion of the mission, excluding publicly available information.
- The Client’s personal data is used solely for managing the business relationship and is neither sold nor shared without consent.
13. Copyright & Transfer of Rights
- The Service Provider retains full intellectual property rights until full payment is received.
- Unless otherwise expressly stated in the signed quotation, the Service Provider grants the Client a non-exclusive license to use the creations, including reproduction and representation rights.
- This license is granted for three (3) years (renewable), worldwide, and for use on the Client’s communication media, particularly digital platforms (website, social media, presentations, events).
- Any modification or extended usage not initially agreed upon requires prior written consent.
- The transfer of rights becomes effective only after full payment.
- In case of specific provisions in the signed quotation, those provisions prevail over these GTCS.
- Any unauthorized use or extension may result in additional invoicing.
14. Image Rights
- The Client is responsible for informing and obtaining consent from any person appearing in visual materials provided to the Service Provider. For minors or vulnerable persons, written authorization from legal guardians must be obtained.
- The Service Provider cannot be held responsible if distribution is refused due to non-compliance with this obligation.
15. Promotion & Portfolio Rights
- Unless expressly requested otherwise by the Client or stated in the quotation, the Service Provider reserves the right to promote and showcase the completed work within her professional activity (website, portfolio, social media, publications, communication materials).
- Promotion may occur after final delivery or, with prior Client approval, before delivery to showcase work in progress. Written acceptance is sufficient.
This use does not imply additional rights transfer nor allow third parties to modify or commercially exploit the creations.
This use does not imply additional rights transfer nor allow third parties to modify or commercially exploit the creations.
16. File Retention
- Source files and deliverables are retained for three (3) years after delivery. Beyond this period, they may be deleted without obligation.
- Extended retention may be requested by the Client, subject to written agreement and possible additional invoicing.
17. Force majeure
- Neither party shall be held liable for delay or non-performance due to force majeure as defined under French law.
- Force majeure includes, but is not limited to: natural disasters, fires, floods, pandemics, strikes, communication or energy network failures, technical failures beyond the Service Provider’s control, or any unforeseeable and irresistible event preventing normal execution.
- The affected party shall inform the other promptly. Obligations are suspended for the duration of the event.
- If the situation persists beyond a reasonable period, the parties may adjust the schedule or agree on amicable termination without compensation other than payment for services already performed.
18. Cancellation & Termination
- In case of order cancellation not due to force majeure, invoicing will be based on work already completed.
- The amount invoiced shall be at least 30% of the quotation, or higher if the completed work exceeds this percentage.
19. Governing Law & Disputes
- These GTCS are governed by French law.
- In the event of dispute, an amicable solution shall be sought before legal action.
Failing agreement, disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts in accordance with applicable law.
Failing agreement, disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts in accordance with applicable law.
These General Terms and Conditions of Sale may be amended.
Version in force as of January 19, 2026.
Version in force as of January 19, 2026.