Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Aperture Studios. By accessing and using this website (aperturestudios.com) and our video production services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

2. Services Provided

Aperture Studios provides video production services, including but not limited to concept development, scriptwriting, filming, video editing, motion graphics, animation, and post-production. Specific details and pricing for these services are outlined in separate service agreements or contracts.

3. User Conduct

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes. You are prohibited from:

• Posting or transmitting any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, libelous, invasive of another's privacy, hateful, or racially, ethnically, or otherwise objectionable.
• Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or otherwise misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity.
• Interfering with or disrupting our website or services, or servers or networks connected to our website or services.
• Violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law.
• Collecting or storing personal data about other users without their express permission.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Aperture Studios or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any content without our express written consent.

Upon completion of a video production project and full payment of all fees, you will own the final video product. However, Aperture Studios retains the right to use the video for promotional purposes, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

5. Payment Terms

Payment for video production services is due according to the terms specified in the service agreement or contract. Typically, a deposit is required before the commencement of work, with the remaining balance due upon completion and delivery of the final product. Late payments may be subject to interest charges.

6. Cancellation and Refunds

Cancellation of a video production project may be subject to cancellation fees, as outlined in the service agreement or contract. Refunds, if applicable, will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

7. Limitation of Liability

Aperture Studios is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our website or services, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill.

Our liability to you for any claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms or our services is limited to the amount you paid us for the services in question.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of our website or the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content or information provided.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Aperture Studios, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms must be brought in the state or federal courts located in Austin, Texas.

11. Changes to Terms

Aperture Studios reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will post any changes on this page, and the updated Terms will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our website and services after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Aperture Studios. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these websites and encourage you to review their terms of use and privacy policies.

13. Client Responsibilities

As a client of Aperture Studios, you are responsible for providing accurate and complete information necessary for the completion of your video production project. This includes, but is not limited to, providing timely feedback, securing necessary permissions and releases for any copyrighted material or individuals appearing in the video, and adhering to the agreed-upon timelines and payment schedules.

14. Force Majeure

Aperture Studios is not liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these Terms or any service agreement due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, strikes, or government regulations.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Aperture Studios with respect to your use of our website and services, and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

Aperture Studios

500 Congress Avenue, Suite 1500

Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 555-8436

Email: info@aperturestudios.com

These Terms and Conditions were last updated on December 8, 2024.

17. Termination

Aperture Studios reserves the right to terminate your access to our website and services at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to your breach of these Terms.

18. Assignment

You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. Aperture Studios may assign its rights or obligations under these Terms at any time.

19. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.