Terms and Conditions

Welcome to New Dawn Media (“we,” “us,” “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website ndawnm.com, related platforms, and our consulting, marketing, and content services (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing our website or engaging our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.

• You must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into contracts to engage with our Services.
• If you engage our Services on behalf of a company or organization, you represent that you are authorized to do so.

• Scope: New Dawn Media provides strategic marketing, communications, content development, branding, and related consulting services. Specific deliverables will be outlined in proposals, statements of work, or contracts.
• Changes: We reserve the right to modify or discontinue Services or website features at any time without liability.
   

• Information Sharing: Clients must provide accurate, timely, and complete information required for us to perform Services.
• Approvals: Clients are responsible for reviewing and approving deliverables within agreed timelines. Delays in client feedback may impact project schedules.
• Compliance: Clients are solely responsible for ensuring that their business practices, products, and content comply with applicable laws and regulations.
   

• Invoices: Fees and payment terms will be set forth in our written agreement. Unless otherwise agreed, invoices are due within 30 days of receipt.
• Late Payments: Overdue invoices may incur interest at 1.5% per month (or the maximum allowed by law).
• Expenses: Clients agree to reimburse pre-approved project-related expenses (e.g., software, travel, media buys).

• Our IP: All content, strategies, tools, processes, and creative works produced by New Dawn Media remain our property until full payment is received.
• Client IP: Upon full payment, clients receive a license or ownership rights as specified in their contract.
• Use of Work: We reserve the right to showcase non-confidential work in our portfolio, case studies, or promotional materials unless otherwise agreed in writing.

• We may access confidential business information during client engagements. We agree to keep such information confidential and use it only as necessary to perform the Services.
• This obligation does not apply to publicly available information, independently developed, or required to be disclosed by law.

1. Independent Contractor Relationship
   • New Dawn Media operates as an independent contractor. Nothing in these Terms or in any service agreement creates an employer-employee relationship, partnership, joint venture, or agency between you and New Dawn Media.
   • Neither party has the authority to bind the other to any legal obligations unless expressly agreed in writing.
      

1. Use of Subcontractors
   • We may engage independent contractors, consultants, or third-party service providers (such as designers, developers, writers, or media buyers) to assist in delivering Services.
   • We remain responsible for managing these relationships and ensuring deliverables meet agreed standards.
      

1. Third-Party Tools and Services
   • Some projects may require the use of third-party platforms, tools, or vendors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools, advertising platforms, software subscriptions).
   • Clients are responsible for costs associated with third-party services unless otherwise stated in the agreement.
      

1. Limitation of Liability
   • New Dawn Media is not liable for acts, omissions, errors, or failures of third-party vendors or platforms beyond our reasonable control.
   • Clients’ use of third-party services is subject to those providers’ own terms and conditions.
      

• We warrant that Services will be performed with reasonable care and professional skill.
• Except as expressly stated, the Services and website are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
• We do not guarantee specific results (such as revenue increases, search engine rankings, or customer acquisition).

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• New Dawn Media shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
• Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid us for the Services giving rise to the claim.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless New Dawn Media, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of:

• Your use of the Services,
• Your breach of these Terms, or
• Your violation of third-party rights.
   

• Either party may terminate Services as outlined in the service agreement.
• Upon termination, the client is responsible for paying for all Services performed and approved expenses incurred up to the termination date.
   

• These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, USA (or Virginia, if you prefer alignment with current residence).
• Disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in California unless otherwise agreed in writing.

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

New Dawn Media
Email: dawn@ndawnm.com