Terms and Conditions

Clear Motion Studios  |  Last updated: 6 July 2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before engaging Clear Motion Studios for any services. By commissioning a project, you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these terms.

1. About Us

Clear Motion Studios is an animation production studio operated as a sole trader, based in Cork, Ireland.

Email: ray@clearmotionstudios.com
Website: www.clearmotionstudios.com

These Terms and Conditions govern all services provided by Clear Motion Studios to clients (referred to as "you" or "the Client").

2. Services

Clear Motion Studios provides animated video production services including:

  • Whiteboard animation videos
  • 2D explainer animation videos
  • Premium 2D motion graphics videos
  • Recruitment vacancy videos, employer brand animations and candidate journey explainers
  • Retainer-based video production packages

All services are subject to a separate proposal or Statement of Work (SOW) agreed in writing before production commences.

3. Proposals and Agreements

All projects begin with a written proposal or SOW confirming scope, deliverables, timeline, revision rounds and pricing. A project is confirmed only upon receipt of a signed proposal and the agreed deposit. Verbal agreements do not constitute a binding contract.

4. Pricing and Payment

4.1 Pricing

All prices are quoted in GBP or EUR as agreed in the proposal. Prices are exclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise.

4.2 Deposit

A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total project fee is required before any production work begins. This secures your project slot and covers initial work including script development and concept preparation.

4.3 Final Payment

The remaining balance is due upon delivery of the final approved video file. Final files will not be released until all outstanding payments have been received in full.

4.4 Retainer Packages

All monthly retainer packages are fixed-term contracts with a minimum initial term of 3 months, as set out on our Pricing page and confirmed in the Client's signed proposal or SOW. Retainer packages are not available on a rolling month-to-month basis at any point. Retainers are billed monthly in advance for the duration of the term.

If the Client wishes to cancel a retainer before the end of the minimum 3-month term, the Client remains liable for the fees for the remaining months of that term, unless otherwise agreed with Clear Motion Studios in writing. Towards the end of the initial term, Clear Motion Studios and the Client will discuss renewal for a further term based on the Client's ongoing requirements.

4.5 Late Payment

Invoices are due within 14 days of issue unless otherwise agreed. Late payments may incur interest at 8% per annum above the European Central Bank base rate, in accordance with the European Communities (Late Payment in Commercial Transactions) Regulations 2012 (S.I. No. 580 of 2012), accruing from the due date until the date of payment.

5. Revisions

Each project includes a defined number of revision rounds as specified in the proposal. A revision round consists of one consolidated set of feedback applied in a single pass. Additional rounds beyond those included will be quoted and charged separately. Revisions must be submitted in writing within 5 business days of receiving each deliverable. Failure to respond within this window may result in project delays.

6. Timelines and Deadlines

Estimated timelines are provided in good faith and are subject to timely receipt of all required client materials including scripts, briefs, brand assets, approvals and feedback. Clear Motion Studios is not liable for delays caused by late delivery of client materials or delayed approvals. If a project is placed on hold at the client's request for more than 30 days, a restart fee may apply.

7. Client Responsibilities

The Client is responsible for:

  • Providing accurate and complete briefs, scripts, brand guidelines and required assets
  • Obtaining all necessary rights and permissions for any third-party content provided for use in production
  • Providing timely feedback and approvals at each project stage
  • Ensuring all information provided does not infringe the rights of any third party

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Ownership Upon Full Payment

Upon receipt of full payment, the Client is granted full ownership of the final delivered video file for use across all commercial channels including job boards, LinkedIn, company websites, paid advertising and social media.

8.2 Prior to Full Payment

Until full payment is received, all work product remains the intellectual property of Clear Motion Studios. The Client may not use, reproduce or distribute any work product until all invoices are settled in full.

8.3 Portfolio Rights

Clear Motion Studios reserves the right to display completed work in its portfolio and marketing materials unless the Client requests confidentiality in writing prior to project commencement.

8.4 Production Assets

Raw project files and source files remain the property of Clear Motion Studios unless their transfer is explicitly agreed in writing and included in the project quote.

9. Confidentiality

Clear Motion Studios treats all client information and materials as confidential. Details of our production process and delivery model are proprietary and will not be disclosed to clients or third parties outside of what is required to complete the commissioned work.

10. Warranties

The Client warrants that all materials, content and information provided are owned by the Client or that the Client holds full rights to use them, and that the use of such materials will not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights. The Client takes full responsibility for the accuracy of all factual claims in scripts or briefs.

11. Limitation of Liability

Clear Motion Studios' total liability to the Client in connection with any project shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client for that specific project. Clear Motion Studios shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential or special loss including loss of profit, loss of business or loss of revenue, whether arising in contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, as required under Irish law.

12. Cancellations

  • The deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances
  • If cancellation occurs after production has commenced, the Client may be liable for additional costs proportional to work completed at the point of cancellation
  • Monthly retainer packages carry a fixed 3-month minimum term; see Section 4.4 for cancellation terms specific to retainers
  • Cancellation must be submitted in writing by email to ray@clearmotionstudios.com

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Ireland. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ireland.

Where a Client is based in the United Kingdom, Clear Motion Studios reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refer disputes to the courts of England and Wales. This does not affect the Client's statutory rights under applicable UK consumer or business protection legislation.

14. Changes to These Terms

Clear Motion Studios reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued engagement with our services following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

15. Contact

Clear Motion Studios
Cork, Ireland
ray@clearmotionstudios.com
www.clearmotionstudios.com