Term & Conditions

Terms & Conditions.

Such considerations are required to be put for anyone who seeks to use my services or purchasing any of the Media Story Productions' Products.

This page is dedicated for sake of clarity and to establish trust in this industry.

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Service work

1. Introductions

1.1 - Initial exchanges that are done on either email, text, or phone-call would usually lead to some sort of Meet and Greet - In-person or video call.

1.2 - Meet and Greet - Discussions of the meeting are to be put in writing for both party benefits.

1.3 - Future meeting will have a statement of work as written focus to allow efficient time to prepare and make meetings more productive.

2. Research

2.1 - Research is conducted with:

A. - what is available to me within the time allocated in project time or roadmap (Where a Gantt Chart is required).

B. - impartiality to the best of my ability.

C. - thoroughly as possible.

D. - the requirement in certain instances for creative interpretations due to lack of information to be found.

2.2 - Research material sources are recorded for recollection and form the basis for all creative endeavours.

2.3 - I use a wide range of sources to assist me, be that historical/background, audio and visual techniques or musical inspiration.

3. Music Writing

3.1 - Music writing is done with notational software, which allows me to edit freely and publish much like literature, this is used to assist in recording and later to be put into a Digital Audio Workstation (D.A.W), for 'audio quality refinement' [Swapping to use higher quality Virtual Software instruments [VSTi's], assembling audio components, mixing and mastering.

3.2 - Every score edition for each work is regards generally as the original version of works produced, and therefore should be protected upon creation under copyright law. This also extents to such circumstances that I do just use only a D.A.W. This is in use where disputes are made in questioning authenticity or originality of musical works should they ever arise.

3.3 - In the process of 'audio quality refinement' the use of VSTi's create a solid demo of the music/sound work. Which is used during recording sessions and demos for potential clients.

3.4 - Under no circumstance that potential clients are to copy and/or distribute music/sound works, it is only for them to listen. If requested to share to relevant or suitable additional individuals/parties. They also must adhere to this rule.

3.5 - Within my current means, Many instances I will have little choice and use the demo's to official published versions of the music works with it majority, nearly all or if not all instruments/sounds produced using VSTi's. voices be they voice actors or singers are sought after where required, especially for narration work. As the business grows, this is something I would like to be in a sustainably strong position, both financially and in opportunities to be able extend opportunities for freelance work for musicians.

3.6 - All musical score work and midi/audio work is created by myself. The use of A.I is occasionally deployed in regards to generated musical ideas (melody and chord ideas) or plugin optimization. Any or Every use of A.I generated music/sound is a starting basis which often changed to what they were from manual editing, which would be to say that nearly all use is too negligible small anyway, unless the use is a majority (over 51%) or considerable amount (over 33%) it will be to stated where appropriately.

3.7 - Any such outside direct involvement in the music writing phase is duly credited. hour rate or per minute music rate use mu and prs for reference

4. Artwork/Visual work

4.1 - All art/visual work is done using photo editing or video editing software.

4.2 - A.I or the work of others may sometimes be deployed as placeholders in documentation utilised for myself, much in way similar for working on the audio aspects in each project.

4.3 - All Art of Visual work is made by myself and with collaboration with the artists of Art of Eco limited or at the very least edited by myself.

4.4 - Art or visual elements not created by myself that are used especially in the publish (released) editions are either sourced as they are within the public domain, or granted permission from associated organisations/individuals for their use.

4.5 - Same as Sound/audio elements. All art or visual works are dated and copyrighted upon creation.

4.6 - Under no circumstance that potential clients are to copy and/or distribute artwork that is they have not contribute to in terms of visual elements, it is only for them to see If requested to share to relevant or suitable additional individuals/parties. They also must adhere to this rule.

5. Recording Process

5.1 - Arrangements to organise recording session(s) are to be put into writing and placed, and agreed using a digital calendar for both Recorder and Recordee(s).

5.2 - For any music, scores, lyrics/scripts or art that is used in aid for the recordee to which they have any sort of access to for rehearse with and/or to aid on the day(s) of the recording session/period, if they desire to promote on their own social media must be approved by myself before posting no matter how small or big.

5.3 - Recording Location is an important factor in discussions and to make decision. Considerations for conduct and location ideas are to be taken seriously and adhered to respectfully in consideration, all parties must decide and be in agreement on following aspects:

Comfortability and Security - A space where the all parties present are mutually comfortable for optimal performance and feel secure, and convenient.
2. Time - to allow nerves and possible technical difficulties to be resolved (something that naturally occurs with anything regarding technology), please be patient!
Communication and Booking - While sudden circumstances do cause failure to attend recording sessions. It is important that such circumstances and reasonings to be notified to all parties involved to avoid unnecessary waste of travel, cost and money.
Respecting equipment/instruments - Due respect and care must be taken for when using the Recorder's professional and usually expensive equipment. Likewise, the same respect and care must be given for the Recordee(s)'s equipment (if they are required to bring any).
Recording locations need to be chosen for being if possible, quiet and undistractive places, though it is difficult to control external sounds outside the space/building, efforts need to be conducted for such potential unwanted noise or objects of distraction to either removed from view or 'switched off'.
The agreed location, especially if it is at the home of either recordee or recorder, must respect the owner's property and any items, pets and anyone also present. It is expected to not touch unless permission granted.
It is expected that all parties attend organized with comfortable clothes, bring their own food and plenty of water (especially in locations with no food or beverages to be found nearby)
it is unexpected if location host to supply drink and food as it up to their discretion if they want to).
Breaks - breaks are mutually agreed upon during the sessions, be that for small (a rest between takes), or lunch or toilet breaks that can be spontaneous or planned must be agreed upon when and for how long. breaks for others reasons must be agreed by all parties or negotiated for more time in further discussions during or after session.

5.4 - Any recordee(s) under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian, which said parent/guardian is responsible and expected to controlling the child behaviour.

5.5 - Photos will to be taken during the recording sessions for social media and mutual promotion for both parties when appropriate and notified. Approval from the recordees especially for those circumstances - (if they are underage, or any other reasonable considerations that need to be aware of, which can be achieved with face blurring).

5.6 - Recordings of multiple recordees must respect when the recorder is speaking, listen attentively to any instructions requested.

5.7 - If during the session either parties suddenly have to leave before the end of recording session/period. Explanations need to be given and when possible negotiate a new date/time or a new location to resolve matter.

5.8 - Should any of the listed terms for the recording process is felt broken in anyway or either party feel too uncomfortable or unsafe during the recording session as an extreme situation. The Recorder, the Recordee(s) and the host of the recording location have the right to leave or (if they are host of the recording location) to demand the guest(s) to leave. Decisions must be respected, and explanations given. Depending on how extreme the situation measures posthumously will be conducted where appropriately.

Products of Media Story Productions

All Products (Digital or Physical) follow the Consumer Rights Act of 2015

6. Digital Products.

6.1 Digital Product Subscription access (be they are paid as a one-off or periodically) are hosted on the Media Story Productions website, they are not meant to downloaded, distributed or re-recording as you (the consumer) have agreed to the aforementioned actions in paying for it.

6.2 While I do every which can to maintain digital products to be available and kept to the standard upon purchase, rare circumstances may impact me to either relocate or change elements of the product. This will be notified to you as the Digital Product subscriber of any such changes.

6.3 Prior Confirmation is required before the purchase of any digital products.

6.4 All Digital products have a return and refund policy if the digital product is faulty or completely not matching the description of within 30 days after purchase.

7. Physical Products

All Physical Products include Return and Refund policy of customers sending back physical products within 14 days after purchase to return to us to receive refund if products is either faulty or not matching description.

If a customer has ‘accepted’ an item, but later discovers a fault, you may have to repair or replace it. The customer can still reject the item after it’s been repaired or replaced.

A customer has accepted an item if they’ve:

- told us they’ve accepted it (having had enough opportunity to inspect the item before confirming they’ve received it)
- altered the item
You must repair or replace an item if a customer returns it within 6 months - unless you can prove it was not faulty when they bought it.

We ask customer to prove an item was faulty when they bought it if they ask for a repair or replacement after 6 months.

7.1 Badger Tale(tm) badges

7.1.1 Please note that the pin that is used to attach the badge has sharp end. Take care and never have the pin exposed.

7.1.2 Product is not suitable for children under 3 years of age and parental guidance and supervision is advised for children under 12

7.2 Slabstone Art

7.2.1 As these products are manufactured by Art of Eco limited, Please consult them and see their terms & conditions in regards to their products.

7.2.2 These products can range from 400mm2 to 2000mm2 including variation in regards to width or height.

7.2.3 Care in handling is must with slabstone products when carrying or transport these products as the edges can be a bit rough. depending on dimensions they can be a cumbersome requiring two people to carry around comfortable without damage to product.

7.2.4 Support for installation is on hand with Art of Eco Limited but can be arranged with me as Media Story Productions

7.3 Slabtabs

7.3.1 As these products are manufactured by Art of Eco limited, Please consult them and see their terms & conditions in regards to their products.

7.3.2 These being Stone Products should be held with care.

7.3.3 These can be used in a small number of ways, please use them for their suggested purposes.