Wyoming graphic designer employment contract template

Wyoming Graphic Designer Employment Contract

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

1. Position

• Option A: The Employer hereby hires the Employee as a full-time Graphic Designer.
• Option B: The Employee shall be responsible for the following duties:
  • Visual concept development
  • Digital and print asset creation
  • Brand identity execution
  • Layout, typography, color management
  • Image editing
  • Design system maintenance
  • Collaborating with web/development teams
  • Managing project timelines
• Option C: Reporting Structure: The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name].

2. Required Skills

• Option A: The Employee is required to be proficient in the following software: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and Sketch.
• Option B: The Employer will provide the necessary software licenses.
• Option C: The Employee will use their own equipment. (Note: Employer bears the responsibility to ensure compliance with Wyoming employee reimbursement laws, if applicable).

3. Work Location

• Option A: The Employee's primary work location will be at the Employer's office located at [Employer Full Address] in Wyoming.
• Option B: The Employee will work remotely.
  • The Employee is responsible for maintaining a suitable workspace that meets ergonomic standards.
  • The Employer will provide the Employee with necessary equipment for remote work, including [List of Equipment].
• Option C: Hybrid arrangement, with [Number] days per week in office.

4. Employment Type and Work Hours

• Option A: This is a full-time employment position.
• Option B: The Employee's regular work hours shall be [Number] hours per week, generally from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Option C: Overtime: Overtime work requires prior written authorization from the Supervisor. Overtime will be compensated according to Wyoming law.

5. Compensation

• Option A: The Employee shall receive a base salary of [Dollar Amount] per year, payable [Payment Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Option B: The Employee shall receive an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour, payable [Payment Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Option C: The Employee is eligible for a project bonus based on [Bonus Criteria].
• Option D: Salary Review: The Employee's salary will be reviewed annually on [Date].

6. Benefits

• Option A: Health Insurance: The Employer will provide health insurance coverage under [Insurance Plan Name].
• Option B: Dental and Vision Insurance: The Employer will provide dental and vision insurance coverage.
• Option C: Retirement Plan: The Employer offers a 401(k) plan with [Employer Contribution Percentage]% matching.
• Option D: Paid Time Off: The Employee is entitled to [Number] days of paid vacation leave per year and [Number] days of paid sick leave per year.
• Option E: Holidays: The Employee is entitled to paid time off for the following holidays recognized by the state of Wyoming: [List of Holidays].
• Option F: Professional Development: The Employee is eligible for a [Dollar Amount] annual budget for professional development activities such as conferences or courses.

7. Intellectual Property

• Option A: All graphic designs, artwork, and other materials created by the Employee in the course of their employment, including drafts, source files, and final deliverables, shall be considered "works made for hire" and shall be the sole property of the Employer.
• Option B: The Employee retains the right to display their work in a professional portfolio, subject to the Employer's prior written approval.
• Option C: The Employee must obtain prior written approval from the Employer before using any third-party stock images, fonts, or templates.

8. Confidentiality

• Option A: The Employee agrees to hold all confidential information of the Employer, including but not limited to client data, branding strategies, and unreleased designs, in strict confidence, both during and after the term of their employment.
• Option B: Permitted Personal Artwork: The employee may create personal artwork provided it does not compete with the employer’s business interests or utilize confidential company resources.

9. Standards of Conduct

• Option A: Client Communication: The Employee shall maintain professional communication with clients and adhere to the Employer's brand guidelines.
• Option B: Use of Company Equipment: The Employee shall use company equipment and systems responsibly and in accordance with the Employer's IT policies.

10. Termination

• Option A: This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to Wyoming law.
• Option B: Notice Period: In the event of termination by the Employee, the Employee shall provide [Number] weeks' written notice to the Employer.
• Option C: Immediate Termination: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment immediately for cause, including but not limited to gross misconduct, violation of company policies, or intellectual property infringement.
• Option D: Upon termination, the Employee shall return all company property, including but not limited to laptops, mobile phones, and design files.

11. Non-Solicitation/Non-Disclosure

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's clients or employees for a period of [Number] months following the termination of their employment. This provision will be narrowly construed and only enforced to the extent permitted by Wyoming law.
• Option B: The Employee shall not disclose any confidential information of the Employer to any third party at any time.

12. Equal Opportunity Employment

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

13. Workers' Compensation and Safety

The Employer will maintain workers' compensation insurance coverage for the Employee as required by Wyoming law. The Employee agrees to adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines established by the Employer.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• Option A: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming.
• Option B: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation in [City, Wyoming] before resorting to litigation.

15. Design Skill Development

• Option A: The Employer encourages ongoing professional development in design.
• Option B: Employee participation in industry competitions requires the Employer's consent.

16. Amendment

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

17. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

18. 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]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Full Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________