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Crowd Collabs – Designer Agreement

This Designer Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between the individual or entity agreeing to these terms (“Designer,” “you,” or “your”) and Crowd Collabs, LLC (“Crowd Collabs,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), and governs your participation as a visual designer on the Crowd Collabs platform (the “Platform”).

By creating an account and clicking “I accept,” or by otherwise electronically accepting this Agreement through the Platform, including in connection with submitting designs, accessing Designer dashboard features, or continuing to access or use the Platform as a Designer, you confirm that you have read and agree to be bound by this Agreement and the Crowd Collabs Terms of Use, which are incorporated herein by reference. In the event of any conflict between this Agreement and the Terms of Use, this Agreement will govern solely with respect to Designer-related services and obligations. Capitalized terms not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings assigned to them in Terms of Use.

1. Account Registration & Eligibility

To participate as a Designer, you must be at least 18 years old (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction) and capable of entering into a binding contract. You agree to provide accurate information and to maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials. You are responsible for all activity conducted through your account. While anyone eligible under the Terms of Use may register as a Designer and submit a single design per Artist, only Verified Designers may upload additional designs, access advanced collaboration tools, or receive ongoing participation privileges. Verified status may be granted either automatically upon Artist approval of a submitted design or by application and review by Crowd Collabs.

2. Content Submission and Review

Designer may submit designs, images, files, and other Content to the Platform for review and potential approval by Artists. Submission does not guarantee approval. Crowd Collabs and participating artists reserve the right to accept or reject any designer content for any reason. Rejected designs will remain your property, subject to Section 4. Only designs approved by an Artist through the Platform will be made available for sale (“Approved Design(s)”). You may not exploit, license, sell, or otherwise use any Approved Design(s) outside of the Platform, and any such attempt will constitute a material breach of this Agreement.

3. Royalty Split

For merchandise bearing the Approved Design(s) and sold through the Platform, Designer shall be entitled to receive 33% of the Net Revenue, as defined below. Designer’s share shall be paid no less frequently than once per calendar quarter and shall be accompanied by a written accounting of units sold, gross receipts, itemized deductions, and the applicable revenue split.

“Net Revenue” means the gross amount actually received by or on behalf of Crowd Collabs from the sale of merchandise bearing the Approved Design(s), less:

  • Third-party fulfillment and shipping costs (e.g., Printful or other vendors);
  • Transaction and payment processing fees (e.g., Stripe or similar platforms);
  • Applicable sales taxes, VAT, or similar governmental charges;
  • Chargebacks, returns, or customer refunds; and
  • Other direct out-of-pocket costs incurred in the production and sale of the merchandise.

Crowd Collabs may update the applicable percentage on a prospective basis upon thirty (30) days’ written notice to Designer. No such changes shall apply retroactively to merchandise already sold.

Minimum Payout Threshold

Crowd Collabs shall not be obligated to issue a royalty disbursement for any calendar quarter in which Designer’s accrued and unpaid royalty balance is less than $25.00 (the “Minimum Payout Threshold”). Any accrued royalties below this threshold shall roll over until the total accrued balance meets or exceeds it. Upon termination, any remaining balance shall be paid regardless of threshold, provided it exceeds payment processing fees.

4. Ownership and License

Approved Design(s) selected by an Artist shall be considered a “work made for hire” to the extent permitted by law, with all rights, title, and interest assigned to the Artist. If not deemed a “work made for hire,” Designer irrevocably assigns all rights in such approved Designer Content to the Artist upon approval. Unapproved or unused Designer Content remains the property of Designer. Designer agrees not to use content including the Artist’s trademarks or proprietary elements without prior written consent.

5. Platform Use and Restrictions

You agree to comply with the Terms of Use and applicable laws. You may not submit infringing, unlawful, or misleading content or engage in conduct that harms other users or undermines the Platform.

6. Representations and Warranties

  • You have the right to submit Designer Content and grant the rights described in this Agreement.
  • Designer Content does not infringe any intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of third parties.
  • Designer Content does not contain unlawful or prohibited material under the Terms of Use.

7. Termination

Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time. Crowd Collabs may suspend or terminate your access for breach of this Agreement or Terms of Use. Termination does not affect rights granted or ownership of Approved Design(s) prior to termination. Sections 4, 6, 8, 9, and 10 survive termination.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

See Terms of Use for disclaimers and limitations. Crowd Collabs is not responsible for disputes between Designer and any Artist or third party. Use of the Platform is at your own risk.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Crowd Collabs and affiliates from any claims or expenses arising from your Designer Content or Platform use.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement is governed by the laws and dispute resolution procedures in the Terms of Use, including arbitration provisions and time limits for claims.

11. Independent Contractor; No Partnership; Taxes

Designer is an independent contractor, not an employee or partner of Crowd Collabs. Designer is responsible for all taxes and reporting obligations. Crowd Collabs does not provide tax or legal advice.

12. Assignment

Crowd Collabs may assign this Agreement without Designer’s consent. Designer may not assign without written consent. The Agreement binds and benefits the parties and permitted successors.

13. Miscellaneous

This Agreement, together with the Terms of Use, constitutes the entire agreement. If any provision is unenforceable, it is severed, and the rest remains in effect. Crowd Collabs may modify this Agreement by posting updates on the Platform. Continued use constitutes acceptance of modifications.

By clicking “I Agree” or continuing to access the Platform as a Designer, you agree to be legally bound by its terms.