Idaho graphic designer employment contract template

Idaho Graphic Designer Employment Contract

Effective Date: [Date]

This Agreement is made as of the Effective Date, by and between:

• [Company Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Company Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employer,"

and

• [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employee."

1. Position: Graphic Designer

• Option A: Employee is hereby employed as a full-time Graphic Designer.
• Option B: Employee is hereby employed as a part-time Graphic Designer.

2. Job Duties:

• Employee shall perform the following duties, including but not limited to:
• Visual concept development and layout design.
• Branding and creation of print and digital artwork.
• Typography, illustration, and photo editing.
• UI/UX design tasks.
• Asset preparation for various platforms.
• Print production support.
• Web/banner ad creation.
• Participation in design briefings.
• Collaboration with marketing and development teams.
• Adherence to brand guidelines and client requirements.

3. Skills and Tools:

• Employee will be required to use the following software, tools and platforms:
• Adobe Creative Suite ([Specify Versions Needed])
• Figma or Sketch ([Specify One or Both])
• Prototyping tools ([Specify Tools])
• Asset Management tools ([Specify Tools])

4. Reporting Structure:

• Employee will report directly to [Supervisor Name and Title].
• Employee will collaborate with the [Marketing Department] and the [Development Team].

5. Work Location:

• Option A: Employee's primary work location will be at [Company Address] in Idaho.
• Option B: Employee will work remotely from [Employee Address] in Idaho. ([Specify if subject to telecommuting policies in compliance with Idaho law, including payroll tax and business registration requirements])
• Option C: Employee will work in a hybrid arrangement, with days at [Company Address] and days remote. ([Specify schedule])

6. Equipment:

• Option A: Employer will provide all necessary design hardware and software. ([List specific equipment provided])
• Option B: Employee will use their own equipment. ([Specify if Employer provides a stipend])
• All designs and creative assets shall be backed up according to the Employer's data security procedures. ([Reference or attach data security policy])

7. Employment Type:

• Option A: Full-time, exempt employee.
• Option B: Full-time, non-exempt employee.

8. Work Hours:

• Standard work hours are [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Overtime eligibility and calculation will be in accordance with Idaho law.
• Required meal/break periods will be provided in accordance with Idaho law.
• Employee will track their time using [Time Tracking Method].

9. Compensation:

• Option A: Base salary of [Salary Amount] per year, paid [Payment Frequency].
• Option B: Hourly wage of [Hourly Wage Amount], paid [Payment Frequency].
• Payment will be made via [Payment Method].
• Overtime will be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Option C: Employee is eligible for project commissions or creative incentive bonuses as detailed in [Bonus Plan Document].

10. Benefits:

• Employer offers the following benefits:
• Health Insurance ([Details of Plan])
• Dental Insurance ([Details of Plan])
• Vision Insurance ([Details of Plan])
• Retirement Contribution Plan ([401(k) or Idaho PERSI, with contribution details])
• Paid Vacation ([Number] days per year)
• Idaho Legal Sick Leave ([Accrual Rate])
• Observed State Holidays ([List of Holidays])
• Parental or Family Medical Leave ([In accordance with Idaho and Federal Law])
• [Option]: Stipend for remote design equipment/software ([Amount and Frequency])
• [Option]: Continuing education funding for design certifications ([Amount and Approval Process])
• [Option]: Conference or seminar expenses ([Approval Process])

11. Performance Reviews and Raises:

• Employee will be eligible for performance reviews [Frequency, e.g., annually].
• Raises will be determined based on performance and budget availability.

12. Intellectual Property:

• All designs, artwork, drafts, templates, branding assets, creative code, and related materials created during employment are the sole property of Employer and considered "work for hire" under Idaho law.
• Approval of open-source or third-party asset usage requires written consent from [Designated Approver].
• Employee waives any moral rights (to the extent permitted by law) in the work.
• Employee is prohibited from using or displaying work in a portfolio or publicly without written company consent.

13. Confidentiality:

• Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of client lists, campaign concepts, unreleased branding, internal style guides, vendor pricing, and other confidential information.
• This obligation survives the termination of employment.

14. Professional Standards:

• Employee shall adhere to the company's code of conduct and anti-plagiarism requirements.
• Employee shall comply with client-specific NDA terms.
• Employee shall respect copyright/IP boundaries in source assets and use only licensed imagery/assets.
• Employee shall complete design deliverables in a timely manner.

15. IT and Security:

• Employee accepts the employer’s IT and information security policies.
• Employee is prohibited from unauthorized transfer or reproduction of creative files.
• Employee shall participate in feedback and review cycles.

16. Non-Solicitation:

• During employment and for [Number, e.g., 12] months after termination, Employee shall not solicit Employer's clients or solicit Employer's employees for independent or freelance work.

17. Non-Compete (Optional, Review Carefully for Enforceability Under Idaho Law):

• For [Number, e.g., 12] months after termination, Employee shall not engage in direct competition with Employer within [Geographic Area, e.g., Ada County].
• This restriction applies only to directly competitive design services.

18. At-Will Employment:

• Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause, subject to the following:
• [Option]: Employer will provide [Number] days advance notice of termination.
• Termination for cause may result from creative quality or conduct issues, subject to a progressive discipline process ([Refer to Company Policy]).
• Offboarding procedures include return of design assets, software, and hardware.
• Final pay will be issued in accordance with Idaho law.
• Conditions for release of design work or portfolio items after exit will be determined by [Designated Approver].

19. Termination:

• Voluntary Resignation: Employee must provide [Number] weeks written notice.
• Termination for Cause: Employer may terminate employment for cause as defined in [Company Policy].
• Layoff/Reduction in Force: Employer will comply with Idaho law regarding final wages and unemployment insurance eligibility.

20. Dispute Resolution:

• Parties agree to first attempt to resolve any disputes through negotiation or mediation.
• The venue and jurisdiction for any litigation or arbitration shall be in [County Name] County, Idaho.
• [Option]: Employee acknowledges that Idaho law may restrict class action waivers.

21. Compliance with Laws:

• Employer complies with Idaho workplace safety standards, anti-discrimination, and equal opportunity employment laws, including the Idaho Human Rights Act.
• Employer maintains anti-harassment and respect-in-the-workplace policies.

22. Workplace Accommodations:

Employer will provide reasonable workplace accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

23. Professional Development:

• Employer encourages employee to engage in skills upgrades or training relevant to evolving design technologies.
• [Option]: Employer will fund professional development opportunities as approved by [Designated Approver].

24. Other Agreements (Optional):

• [Option]: Employee Invention Agreement ([Attach Agreement])
• [Option]: Policy regarding use of company name/work for personal portfolios ([Detail Policy])
• [Option]: Policies for freelance or moonlighting activities ([Detail Policies])
• [Option]: Unique provisions for remote or distributed design teams ([Detail Provisions, e.g., communication protocols])

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

[Company Name]

By: [Name and Title]

Date: [Date]

[Employee Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: [Date]