1. Scope of Application

These General Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as "GTC") apply to all contracts, services, and offers between COS Collective (Faruk Tayyip Cos) (hereinafter "Designer/Studio") and the Client. Deviating terms and conditions of the Client shall not apply unless explicitly agreed to in writing.

2. Conclusion of Contract

Offers made by the Studio are subject to change. A contract is only concluded upon written confirmation (email is sufficient) of the project proposal or quote by the Client.

3. Scope of Services & Creative Freedom

The scope of services is defined in the individual project proposal. Within the framework of the order, the Studio creates works with creative freedom. Complaints regarding the artistic direction are excluded if the work adheres to the agreed briefing.

4. Client’s Duty to Cooperate

The Client must provide all necessary materials (products, location access, food styling elements) in a timely manner. Delays caused by the Client may result in schedule changes and additional costs.

5. Rights of Use (Copyright)

Unless otherwise agreed:

• The Client receives a simple right of use for the agreed purpose (e.g., Social Media, Web) upon full payment.

• The Studio (Faruk Tayyip Cos) remains the sole author and copyright holder.

• Raw Files: The Client has no claim to the surrender of raw files (RAW footage, open design files) unless explicitly agreed upon and paid for separately.

• The Studio has the right to use the created works for its own self-promotion (Portfolio, Website, Social Media).

6. Remuneration & Payment Terms

• All prices are in Euro. As a small business owner (Kleinunternehmer), no VAT is charged (pursuant to § 19 UStG).

• Unless otherwise agreed, a 50% deposit is required to secure a booking. The remaining 50% is due upon delivery.

• Invoices are payable within 7 days of receipt without deduction.

7. Cancellation Fee (Kill Fee)

If the Client cancels a confirmed project:

• Up to 7 days before production: 25% of the total fee.

• Up to 48 hours before production: 50% of the total fee.

• Less than 24 hours before production: 100% of the total fee.

8. Liability

The Studio is liable for intent and gross negligence. For slight negligence, liability is limited to the breach of essential contractual obligations. The Studio is not liable for the legal admissibility (e.g., trademark or competition law) of the created campaigns.

9. Final Provisions

The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies. The place of jurisdiction is Berlin.