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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT

This Independent Contractor Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of 1 September 2026 between Harborline Coffee Roasters LLC of 212 Dock Street, Seattle, WA 98107 ("Client") and Tomas Ferreira, doing business as Ferreira Design Studio, of 45 Pine Court, Seattle, WA 98115 ("Contractor").

1. Services. Contractor will design a new brand identity for Client, including a primary logo, packaging designs for three coffee product lines, and a one-page brand style guide (the "Services"). Contractor will determine the manner and means by which the Services are performed.

2. Term. This Agreement begins on 1 September 2026 and continues until 31 October 2026, unless terminated earlier under Section 7.

3. Compensation. Client will pay Contractor a fixed project fee of $7,800, payable 50% on signing and 50% on delivery of final files. Contractor will invoice Client, and each invoice is due within 15 days of receipt.

4. Independent Contractor Status. Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner, or agent of Client. Contractor is solely responsible for all taxes, insurance, and statutory contributions arising from payments under this Agreement, and is not entitled to any employee benefits from Client.

5. Intellectual Property. Upon receipt of full payment, all deliverables created under this Agreement are assigned to and owned by Client. Contractor may display the completed work in its portfolio.

6. Confidentiality. Contractor will keep confidential any non-public business information of Client disclosed during the engagement and will use it only to perform the Services.

7. Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement with 14 days' written notice. Client will pay Contractor for all Services properly performed through the date of termination.

8. Governing Law. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Washington, USA.

9. Entire Agreement. This Agreement is the entire agreement between the parties regarding the Services and supersedes all prior discussions. Any amendment must be in writing and signed by both parties.

CLIENT
Signature: _______________________
Name: Dana Whitfield, Managing Member
Date: _______________________

CONTRACTOR
Signature: _______________________
Name: Tomas Ferreira
Date: _______________________

Frequently asked questions

Is an independent contractor agreement legally binding?

A written agreement signed by both parties is generally binding when it reflects a genuine exchange: services in return for payment. A clear written contract is far easier to rely on than a verbal arrangement if a dispute arises. This tool produces a professional document, not legal advice — review it before use, and consult a lawyer for complex or high-value engagements.

What is the difference between a contractor and an employee?

Contractors control how and when they work, use their own tools, handle their own taxes, and typically serve multiple clients; employees work under the company's direction and receive benefits. Misclassifying an employee as a contractor can trigger back taxes and penalties, and the label in the contract alone does not decide the question — regulators look at the actual working relationship. If you are unsure how a role would be classified, get professional advice.

Do both parties need to sign the agreement?

Yes. An agreement signed by only one party leaves the other side's commitment ambiguous. Have both the client and the contractor sign and date the document before work begins, and keep a copy each. Electronic signatures are widely accepted for commercial contracts of this kind.

Can I edit the agreement after it is generated?

Yes. You receive a clean, professionally formatted PDF built from your own details, and you are free to amend terms before signing — both parties simply need to agree to the final text. If you need different terms later, the parties can sign a written amendment.

Who should own the work product — client or contractor?

Most clients want to own deliverables they paid for, which is why 'client owns work product upon full payment' is the most common arrangement. Contractors who reuse frameworks, code libraries, or design systems across clients often prefer to retain ownership and grant the client a broad license instead. The generator supports both structures — pick the one that matches your deal.

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