Jordan & Morgan Production Policy Manual
For J&M Production
1. Introduction
This policy manual outlines the standards, principles, and procedures that govern operations at [Your Company Name], a multi-disciplinary production firm specializing in Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Audio-Visual Production, Photography, and Videography. These policies ensure professionalism, consistency, and compliance with industry standards.
2. Mission & Vision
Mission
To deliver innovative and high-impact multimedia solutions that elevate brands and tell powerful stories.
Vision
To be a global leader in creative production by setting benchmarks in quality, integrity, and innovation.
3. Scope of Services
This policy applies to all projects and teams working in the following departments:
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Graphic Design
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Social Media Management
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Audio-Visual Production
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Photography
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Videography
4. Workplace Conduct & Ethics
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All employees must uphold the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and integrity.
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Discrimination, harassment, or unethical behavior will not be tolerated.
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Team members are expected to maintain a client-first mindset, ensuring clear, honest communication and exceptional service.
5. Client & Project Management
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Contracts: All projects must have signed agreements outlining scope, deliverables, deadlines, usage rights, and payment terms.
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Revisions: Include a clearly defined revision policy (e.g., up to 3 rounds unless otherwise agreed).
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Communication: Project managers are responsible for ensuring transparent and regular client updates.
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Deadline Compliance: Meeting deadlines is non-negotiable unless justified and approved with prior notice.
6. Intellectual Property (IP)
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All creative works (visuals, videos, designs) remain the company’s IP until final payment is received.
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The company retains the right to use work samples for portfolio and promotional purposes unless restricted in writing by the client.
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Employees must not reuse or distribute client assets without written consent.
7. Confidentiality & Data Protection
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All team members must sign NDAs where applicable.
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Client data (including passwords, strategies, and personal information) must be securely stored and never shared.
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Data breaches must be reported immediately to management and IT.
8. Quality Assurance
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All work must undergo internal reviews before delivery.
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Use approved tools, formats, and resolutions based on the project type (e.g., 4K for videography unless otherwise specified).
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Maintain brand consistency for recurring client content.
9. Equipment & Software Use
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Only authorized personnel may access and use production equipment.
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All software must be legally licensed and updated regularly.
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Any damage or technical issues must be reported immediately to the technical supervisor.
10. Social Media & Public Representation
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All public-facing content (including posts and stories) must be pre-approved by the marketing manager or brand head.
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Employees are prohibited from discussing company matters or clients on personal social media.
11. Team Collaboration & Reporting
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Use company-assigned communication tools (e.g., Slack, Trello, Notion).
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Daily or weekly team check-ins are required depending on department workflow.
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Any delays or issues must be reported immediately to project leads.
12. Freelancer & Vendor Policies
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Freelancers must sign contracts with confidentiality, IP, and payment clauses.
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Vendors must comply with the company’s ethical and quality standards.
13. Health & Safety (for On-Set/On-Site Work)
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All crew must comply with safety protocols, especially for location shoots.
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Use protective gear as required.
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Insurance coverage must be verified for external sites or international shoots.
14. Legal Compliance
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Comply with copyright laws, advertising standards, and local labor regulations.
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Ensure appropriate releases (model, location, music) are signed for public-facing content.
15. Review & Updates
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Policies will be reviewed bi-annually or as required by legal/operational changes.
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All employees will be notified and briefed on major updates.
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16. Refund Policy
To maintain fairness and transparency in all client engagements, [Your Company Name] implements the following refund policies across all service categories:
16.1 General Refund Terms
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Refund requests must be submitted in writing within 14 days of project initiation or milestone delivery.
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Refunds are not applicable for services already rendered or assets already delivered.
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No refunds will be provided after final delivery and client approval unless there is a breach of contract.
16.2 Deposit Refunds
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All projects require a non-refundable deposit (typically 30%–50% of the total project cost) to confirm scheduling and initiate work.
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Deposits cover administrative, planning, and resource allocation costs.
16.3 Service-Specific Conditions
Graphic Design
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If no work has been delivered, a partial refund (excluding deposit) may be granted.
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Once design drafts have been shared, refunds will be prorated based on progress.
Social Media Management
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Monthly contracts are non-refundable after the start of the campaign month.
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Cancellations must be made at least 7 days before the renewal date to avoid charges for the next month.
Audio-Visual, Photography, Videography
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Shoots canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice are non-refundable.
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For technical or quality issues proven to be the company’s fault, we offer:
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Re-editing at no additional cost, or
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Partial refund at management’s discretion.
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16.4 Force Majeure & External Cancellations
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No refunds will be provided for delays or cancellations caused by natural disasters, government restrictions, or third-party failures.
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Rescheduling will be offered in such events, subject to availability.
16.5 Dispute Resolution
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In the event of a dispute regarding quality or service delivery:
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A formal review will be conducted by the department head.
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A resolution will be proposed within 10 business days.
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Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 7–14 business days after resolution confirmation.
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