New Hampshire graphic designer employment contract template

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How New Hampshire graphic designer employment contract Differ from Other States

  1. New Hampshire does not impose state income tax on wages, which impacts the net pay structure in employment contracts.

  2. Employment non-compete clauses in New Hampshire must follow specific statutory guidelines distinct from other states.

  3. New Hampshire has unique requirements for final wage payment upon termination that must be reflected in employment agreements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Q: Are non-compete agreements enforceable for graphic designers in New Hampshire?

    A: Yes, but state law requires non-compete agreements to meet strict criteria and be reasonable in duration, geography, and scope.

  • Q: Does New Hampshire require employers to provide paid sick leave to graphic designers?

    A: No, New Hampshire does not mandate private employers provide paid sick leave, but it may be offered by company policy.

  • Q: Is overtime pay required for graphic designers in New Hampshire?

    A: Yes, unless the designer is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act or applicable state exemptions.

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New Hampshire Graphic Designer Employment Contract

This New Hampshire Graphic Designer Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Business Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

  • The Employer hereby employs the Employee, and the Employee hereby accepts employment with the Employer, as a full-time Graphic Designer.

2. Job Duties

  • The Employee's primary responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to:
    • Conceptualizing, creating, and revising digital and print visual materials.
    • Brand identity development.
    • Marketing collateral design.
    • Social media asset creation.
    • Illustration.
    • Photo editing.
    • Typography.
    • Layout.
    • Artwork preparation for printing or digital publication.
  • The Employee shall utilize the following software and tools:
    • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
    • [Additional Software/Tools, e.g., Sketch, Figma]
  • The Employee will be expected to:
    • Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams.
    • Participate in design reviews.
    • Follow established workflows for project management, asset delivery, and revision processes.

3. Work Location

  • Option A: The Employee's primary work location shall be the Employer's office located at [Office Address in New Hampshire].
  • Option B: The Employee will work remotely from within New Hampshire.
    • The Employer shall provide the necessary design software/hardware licenses, secure file storage, and maintain data security practices compliant with NH legal and industry standards.

4. Work Hours

  • The Employee's work hours shall be [Number] hours per week.
    • The anticipated weekly schedule is [Days of the Week], from [Start Time] to [End Time].
  • The Employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks as required by New Hampshire law.
  • Option A: Flexible work hours are permitted, subject to Employer approval.
  • Option B: Hybrid work schedule, with [Number] days in office, [Number] days remote.
  • Option C: Remote work is permitted.

5. Compensation

  • Option A: The Employee's annualized salary shall be [Amount], payable [Frequency: e.g., bi-weekly, weekly] via [Payment Method: e.g., direct deposit, check].
  • Option B: The Employee's hourly wage shall be [Amount], payable [Frequency: e.g., bi-weekly, weekly] via [Payment Method: e.g., direct deposit, check]. This rate meets or exceeds the New Hampshire state-mandated minimum wage.
  • Overtime pay shall be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the Employee's regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with New Hampshire law.
  • Option C: Commission/Bonuses: The employee will be eligible for commission or project-based bonuses as per the compensation guidelines outlined in [Document Name or Description].

6. Benefits

  • The Employee shall be eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the Employer's benefit plans:
    • Health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • 401(k) or other retirement plan [Specify Plan Details, if applicable]
    • Paid time off ([Number] days per year)
    • Sick days ([Number] days per year)
    • Family/Medical leave
    • New Hampshire's recognized paid holidays
    • Professional development reimbursement [Specify Policy Details, if applicable]

7. Intellectual Property

  • All design work, original graphics, logos, illustrations, layouts, and other creative output produced by the Employee during employment (regardless of medium or format) are "works made for hire" and owned exclusively by the Employer.
  • The Employee shall not use any third-party or open-source design assets without proper authorization and ensuring compliance with licensing agreements.
  • Procedure for pre-existing materials owned by employee: [Detail Process].

8. Confidentiality

  • The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all client business information, design concepts, trade secrets, unpublished projects, and proprietary workflows.
  • This confidentiality obligation shall survive the termination of employment.

9. Non-Solicitation

  • The Employee shall not solicit the Employer's clients or employees for a period of [Number] months following the termination of employment.

10. At-Will Employment

  • The Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to the notice period outlined below.

11. Termination

  • The Employer requires [Number] weeks written notice of resignation from the employee.
  • The Employer requires [Number] weeks written notice of termination unless dismissal is for cause, such as serious misconduct, insubordination, or breach of company policy, allowing for immediate dismissal.
  • Upon termination, the Employer shall pay the Employee all wages due within the timeframe mandated by NH RSA 275:44.
  • The Employee shall return all company property, including equipment and intellectual property, upon termination.

12. Conduct Policies

  • The Employee shall comply with the Employer's policies regarding anti-harassment, discrimination, and equal employment opportunity, as required by NH RSA 354-A.
  • The Employee shall adhere to the Employer's policies regarding the use of company technology, social media, file management, creative content storage, and data privacy.

13. Portfolio

  • Upon termination, and with prior written approval from the employer, the Employee may use non-confidential, published work in their personal portfolio.

14. Industry Standards

  • The Employee shall adhere to applicable graphic design industry standards, including color accuracy, file format specifications, and accessibility compliance for digital content.

15. Dispute Resolution

  • The parties agree to first attempt to resolve any disputes through good-faith discussions.
  • If discussions are unsuccessful, the parties agree to mediate the dispute in New Hampshire.
  • If mediation is unsuccessful, the parties agree to resolve the dispute through binding arbitration in New Hampshire.
  • This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Hampshire. The exclusive jurisdiction and venue for any legal action arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be in the state and federal courts located in New Hampshire.

16. Compliance

  • The Employer shall maintain workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, and comply with workplace safety regulations in accordance with New Hampshire law.
  • The Employee is responsible for compliance with third-party licensing or use restrictions on purchased stock images, fonts, or software, and shall indemnify the Employer in case of breaches.

17. Updates & Amendments

  • This Agreement may be updated or amended only in writing and signed by both parties.

18. Right to Legal Review

  • The Employee acknowledges that they have been given the opportunity to seek legal advice regarding this Agreement prior to signing it.

19. Entire Agreement

  • This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

____________________________

[Employer Full Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

____________________________

[Employee Full Legal Name]

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