Kentucky graphic designer employment contract template

Kentucky Graphic Designer Employment Contract

This Kentucky Graphic Designer Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and effective as of [Date], by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], located at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

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

2. Position and Responsibilities

The Employee's position is Graphic Designer. Employee shall perform the following duties:

• Concept development and design execution for diverse projects.
• Creation of digital and print artwork, including:
  • Logos
  • Brochures
  • Web graphics
  • Packaging
  • Advertisements
• Client branding projects, from initial concept to final delivery.
• Proficient use of design software, including but not limited to:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • [List other relevant software]
• Application of typography, color theory, and image retouching techniques.
• Vectorization and file preparation for print and digital media.
• Digital asset management and organization of project files.
• Ensuring compliance with print and digital technical specifications.
• Maintaining visual branding consistency across all projects.
• Collaboration with marketing, web development, and content teams.
• Participation in project briefings and revisions based on feedback.
• Ongoing portfolio management to showcase work.
• Contribution to company-led design initiatives.

The Employee shall report directly to [Supervisor Name and Title].

3. Work Location and Equipment

• Option A: The Employee's primary work location shall be at the Employer's office located in [City, Kentucky].
• Option B: The Employee will work remotely. Employee is responsible for maintaining a suitable workspace, computer hardware, software licensing, and data security.
• Option C: The Employee will work a hybrid schedule, [Number] days at the Employer's office and [Number] days remotely.

4. Work Hours

• Option A: The Employee's normal working hours shall be [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Option B: The Employee's working hours shall be determined by project needs and agreed upon with the Supervisor.

Employee's work hours must comply with all applicable Kentucky wage and hour laws, including those pertaining to overtime pay. Overtime is defined as hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek and will be compensated at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate. Overtime work must be pre-approved by [Supervisor Name].

5. Compensation

• Option A: The Employer shall pay the Employee an annual salary of [Dollar Amount], payable in accordance with the Employer's regular pay cycle.
• Option B: The Employer shall pay the Employee an hourly wage of [Dollar Amount], payable in accordance with the Employer's regular pay cycle.
• Option C: The Employee may be eligible for a [Description of incentive structure, e.g., project completion bonus].

The Employee's compensation is subject to applicable deductions for taxes and other withholdings as required by Kentucky and federal law.

6. Benefits

The Employee shall be eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans:

• Kentucky-compliant health insurance plan
• Dental insurance plan
• Vision insurance plan
• Optional life and disability insurance
• Participation in the company's 401(k) plan
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and Kentucky statutory holidays. Specifics are outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Reimbursement for approved design software subscriptions.
• Professional development opportunities, such as conference attendance.
• Bereavement leave as per company policy.
• Parental/adoptive leave as required by Kentucky or federal law.

7. Expense Reimbursement

The Employer shall reimburse the Employee for reasonable and necessary work-related expenses, including but not limited to fonts, stock images, and print proofs, subject to prior approval from [Supervisor Name] and submission of proper documentation.

8. Intellectual Property

All design work, digital files, drafts, templates, and artwork created by the Employee in the course of employment, including work stored electronically, are the exclusive property of the Employer. This includes, but is not limited to, logos, brochures, websites, and other marketing materials. The Employee agrees to assign all copyright in such works to the Employer. Use of open-source or stock materials must be properly documented. Following termination of employment, use of the Employee's work for portfolio purposes is only permitted with written consent from the Employer.

9. Confidentiality

The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all unpublished designs, marketing plans, client lists, pricing, internal creative processes, and proprietary templates. The Employee shall not disclose, copy, or use any such confidential information without the Employer's prior written consent.

10. Non-Competition

• Option A: Employee agrees not to engage in any competitive activities during the term of their employment.
• Option B: Employee agrees not to engage in any similar work in the following [City(ies) and/or County(ies)] for a period of [Number] months after the termination of this agreement. This provision is narrowly tailored to protect the legitimate business interests of the employer and is in compliance with Kentucky law.

11. Non-Solicitation and Non-Disparagement

The Employee agrees not to solicit any of the Employer's clients or employees for a period of [Number] months after the termination of employment. The Employee further agrees not to disparage the Employer or its products or services at any time.

12. Behavioral Expectations

The Employee shall comply with all company policies and maintain a standard of professionalism in all internal and external communications. The Employee shall adhere to copyright and intellectual property law and shall not infringe on the rights of any third party. The employee should also adhere to company policies regarding the use of AI tools.

13. Equal Opportunity Employment

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity, in compliance with Kentucky law (KRS 344) and federal law.

14. At-Will Employment

This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either party may terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice. However, the Employee is required to provide [Number] weeks' notice of resignation. Upon termination, the Employee's final paycheck will be delivered in compliance with Kentucky law. The Employee shall return all Employer property upon termination.

15. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to attempt mediation. The laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky shall govern this agreement, and venue shall be in [County Name] County, Kentucky.

16. Workers' Compensation and Safety

The Employee shall be covered by the Employer's workers' compensation insurance policy, in compliance with Kentucky law. The Employee shall comply with all applicable safety rules and regulations, including those related to remote work environments. Compliance with Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health (KOSH) Act.

17. Portfolio Rights (Optional)

• Option A: Employee may use examples of completed work for portfolio purposes with the Employer’s written consent.
• Option B: All work created by the employee during their employment remains the exclusive property of the employer and cannot be used for portfolio purposes without explicit written permission from the employer.

18. Required Postings

The Employer will display required workplace postings in compliance with Kentucky and federal law.

19. Acknowledgment

Employee acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Kentucky Graphic Designer Employment Contract.

[Employer Full Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

Date: [Date]

[Employee Full Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: [Date]