Framework Video Community Corporate Partnership

Terms & Conditions

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These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between the frame:work Video Community and the Corporate Partner. By clicking “I agree,” submitting payment, executing an order form, or otherwise enrolling in Corporate Partnership, Corporate Partner agrees to be bound by these Terms.
1. Definitions
“Organization” means frame:work Video Community.
“Corporate Partner” means the entity accepting these Terms.
“Corporate Partnership” means the program described herein.
“Term” means the one-year period beginning on the date of registration unless otherwise specified.
“Benefits Schedule” means any document describing Corporate Partnership tiers, benefits, or offerings incorporated by reference.
2. Purpose of Corporate Partnership
The Organization is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Organization supports professionals working in creative pixel production, live events, creative installations, and virtual production through education, collaboration, and community programming. Corporate Partnership contributions support these activities and provide access to community engagement opportunities and benefits.
3. Corporate Partnership Contribution
The Organization is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Organization supports professionals working in creative pixel production, live events, creative installations, and virtual production through education, collaboration, and community programming. Corporate Partnership contributions support these activities and provide access to community engagement opportunities and benefits.
  • Community Partner $750 annually
  • Associate Partner $1,500 annually
  • Studio Partner $3,000 annually
  • Industry Partner $6,000 annually
  • Sustaining Partner $10,000+ annually
Corporate Partnership contributions are due at registration. Corporate Partnership fees are generally non-refundable and non-transferable. Corporate Partnership access may be suspended for non-payment.
4. Qualified Sponsorship Payment
Corporate Partnership contributions are intended to qualify as Qualified Sponsorship Payments under Section 513(i) of the Internal Revenue Code. Benefits provided are limited to recognition and do not constitute advertising, endorsements, or substantial return benefits.
Corporate Partner acknowledges that:
  • (a) No arrangement is intended to promote or market specific products or services;
  • (b) Recognition may include name, logo, and factual descriptions only;
  • (c) No call-to-action, pricing, or comparative language will be included in Organizational materials.
If benefits provided exceed the limits of a Qualified Sponsorship Payment, the Organization reserves the right to adjust benefits or recharacterize the contribution as required by law. Corporate Partner is responsible for determining the tax deductibility of its contribution. No goods or services are provided in exchange for the contribution except for incidental recognition benefits as described herein.
5. Corporate Partnership Term
Corporate Partnership is valid for one (1) year from the date of registration unless otherwise specified. Corporate Partnership will renew automatically at the end of each Term unless the Corporate Partner cancels prior to renewal in accordance with the Organization’s cancellation procedures. The Organization may provide notice of renewal in advance, but Corporate Partner is responsible for managing cancellation prior to renewal. Corporate Partnership is specific to the registered entity and non-transferable unless otherwise expressly permitted. 
6. Corporate Partnership Benefits
Corporate Partner acknowledges that its contribution is made in support of the Organization’s charitable mission and not in exchange for commercial benefit. Corporate Partnership benefits are further described in the applicable Benefits Schedule, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Corporate Partnership benefits are designed as recognition and engagement opportunities in support of the Organization’s mission. Benefits may include public acknowledgment, invitations to events, and participation in community discussions. 
Benefits:
  • (a) Are not guaranteed deliverables;
  • (b) Do not constitute advertising, sponsorship activation, or commercial rights;
  • (c) May be modified at any time to ensure compliance with applicable nonprofit regulations.
No benefit shall be construed as providing measurable commercial return or exclusivity unless expressly stated in a separate written agreement. Corporate Partnership does not grant exclusivity, category protection, or competitive positioning unless expressly agreed in writing.
7. Program Independence
Corporate Partner shall have no right to influence:
  • (a) Program content;
  • (b) Speaker selection;
  • (c) Editorial direction;
  • (d) Organizational governance.
The Organization maintains full discretion over all programming decisions.
8. Use of Name, Logo, and Trademarks
Corporate Partner may reference its support of the Organization in a factual manner (e.g., “Proud Corporate Partner of the frame:work Video Community”). Corporate Partner shall not:
  • (a) Imply endorsement;
  • (b) Use the frame:work branding in product marketing;
  • (c) Integrate the frame:work marks into sales materials or campaigns;
  • (d) Suggest a joint venture, Corporate Partnership, or affiliation beyond support.
All uses must comply with brand guidelines if provided.
9. Privacy
9.1 Data Collection by Organization
The Organization collects and maintains limited personal and professional information necessary to administer its programs, events, and Corporate Partnerships, including names, contact information, affiliations, and participation history.
9.2 No Sale of Personal Data
The Organization does not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.
9.3 Limited Data Sharing; Opt-In Required
Corporate Partner acknowledges that access to any individual participant, attendee, or community Corporate Partner data is strictly limited to individuals who have provided explicit, affirmative consent (“opt-in”) to share their information with Corporate Partners. No attendee lists, directories, or contact databases shall be provided absent such consent.
9.4 Permitted Use of Shared Data
To the extent Corporate Partner receives opt-in data, Corporate Partner agrees to:
  1. Use such data solely for legitimate, professional follow-up communications consistent with the context in which consent was obtained;
  2. Comply with all applicable data privacy and marketing laws and regulations;
  3. Honor all opt-out, unsubscribe, and data subject requests promptly.
9.5 Prohibited Uses
Corporate Partner shall not:
  1. sell, license, distribute, or otherwise transfer data to any third party;
  2. use data for mass unsolicited marketing, cold outreach campaigns, or automated scraping;
  3. combine such data with external datasets to create profiles or marketing lists;
  4. retain data beyond a commercially reasonable period consistent with its intended use.
9.6 No Expectation of Data Access
Corporate Partnership does not guarantee access to participant data, attendee lists, or contact information. Any data sharing is incidental, limited, and subject to individual consent and organizational discretion.
9.7 Data Security
Each Party agrees to implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data within its control from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
9.8 Breach Notification
Corporate Partner shall promptly notify the Organization of any unauthorized access, disclosure, or breach involving personal data received through the Organization and cooperate in any required response or mitigation efforts.
9.9 Third-Party Platforms
The Organization may utilize third-party platforms (e.g., event registration systems, community platforms, or communication tools) to manage data. Corporate Partner acknowledges that data handling by such platforms is subject to their respective privacy policies and terms.
10. Code of Conduct
Corporate Partners agree to comply with the Organization’s Code of Conduct and Community Standards. Violation of these standards may result in suspension or termination of Corporate Partnership.
11. No Agency or Corporate Partnership
Nothing in these Terms shall be deemed to create any agency, Corporate Partnership, joint venture, fiduciary relationship, or employment relationship between the Parties. Corporate Partner has no authority to bind or act on behalf of the Organization.
12. Intellectual Property
Each Party retains all right, title, and interest in and to its respective names, logos, trademarks, service marks, trade dress, copyrighted materials, and other intellectual property (“IP”). Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of any IP from one Party to the other.
12.1 License to Organization
Corporate Partner grants the Organization a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free, revocable license to use Corporate Partner’s name, logo, and approved brand assets solely for the purpose of acknowledging Corporate Partner’s support of the Organization. Such use may include placement on the Organization’s website, event materials, reports, and promotional communications. All uses shall be consistent with any brand guidelines provided by Corporate Partner.
12.2 License to Corporate Partner
The Organization grants Corporate Partner a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to reference its status as a “Corporate Partner of the Organization Video Community” in a factual and non-promotional manner. Corporate Partner may not use the Organization’s name, logo, or other marks without prior written consent, except as expressly permitted herein.
12.3 Corporate Partner shall not:
  • (a) imply endorsement, approval, or certification by the Organization of any product, service, or opinion;
  • (b) use the Organization’s marks in advertising, marketing campaigns, or sales materials;
  • (c) alter, modify, or create derivative works of the Organization’s marks;
  • (d) combine the Organization’s marks with other branding in a manner that suggests a joint venture or affiliation beyond the scope of this Corporate Partnership.
12.4 Approval Rights
 The Organization reserves the right to review and approve, in its reasonable discretion, any public-facing use of its name or marks by Corporate Partner.
12.5 Revocation
Corporate PEither Party may revoke the licenses granted under this Section upon written notice if the other Party’s use of its IP is inconsistent with these Terms or could reasonably harm its reputation or legal standing. Upon termination or expiration of the Corporate Partnership, all licenses granted herein shall automatically terminate.artner shall not:
13. Compliance with Nonprofit Status
The Organization is a nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is therefore subject to restrictions on political and lobbying activities. Corporate Partner acknowledges and agrees that Corporate Partnership in the Organization may not be used to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Corporate Partner may not represent the Organization as endorsing political candidates, political parties, or political campaigns. Corporate Partner shall not use the Organization events, communications channels, or Corporate Partnership status to engage in political campaign activity. Corporate Partner shall not engage in lobbying activities on behalf of the Organization unless expressly authorized in writing by the Organization. Corporate Partner may engage in political activity in a personal capacity only, and not as representatives of the Organization. The Organization reserves the right to suspend or terminate Corporate Partnership if Corporate Partner actions threaten the Organization’s compliance with applicable nonprofit laws or its tax-exempt status.
14. Termination by Organization
The Organization may terminate Corporate Partnership for violation of the Code of Conduct, non-payment, or conduct harmful to the Organization.
15. Indemnification
Corporate Partner shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Organization and its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims arising out of:
  • (a) Corporate Partner’s business operations;
  • (b) Corporate Partner’s materials, representations, or branding;
  • (c) Corporate Partner participation in events or activities;
  • (d) Any alleged infringement or regulatory violation.
This obligation survives termination.
16. Limitation of Liability
Corporate Partner shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Organization and its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims arising out of:
  • (a) Corporate Partner’s business operations;
  • (b) The Corporate Partner engages in conduct inconsistent with the Organization’s mission;
  • (c) Corporate Partner participation in events or activities;
  • (d) Any alleged infringement or regulatory violation.
This obligation survives termination.
17. Force Majeure
The Organization shall not be liable for delays caused by events beyond its control, including natural disasters, government restrictions, or other force majeure events.
18. Survival
Corporate Partner’s obligations under this Section shall survive termination or expiration of the Corporate Partnership.
19. Conflict of Interest
Corporate Partner acknowledges that the Organization operates as a nonprofit organization serving the interests of the broader creative pixel community. Corporate Partner agrees to disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest that may arise in connection with participation in the Organization activities, including but not limited to situations where Corporate Partner may seek to influence programming decisions for personal or commercial benefit, promote services, products, or investments in a manner inconsistent with the Organization’s mission, or participate in decision-making processes where Corporate Partner has a financial interest. The Organization reserves the right to require disclosure of such conflicts and may take appropriate action to protect the integrity and independence of the Organization, including restricting participation in certain activities. Nothing in this clause shall prevent Corporate Partner from engaging in their professional work or business activities outside the Organization, provided that such activities are not represented as being endorsed by the Organization.
20. Modifications
The Organization reserves the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any such changes will be effective upon posting or upon notice to Corporate Partner as applicable. Continued Corporate Partnership following such changes constitutes Corporate Partner’s acceptance of the revised Terms. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and any incorporated materials, these Terms and Conditions shall control unless expressly stated otherwise.
21. Authority
The individual accepting these Terms represents and warrants that they have the authority to bind the Corporate Partner to these Terms.
22. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.
23. Dispute Resolution
Disputes arising under these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved informally, and if not resolved, may be submitted to binding arbitration in the State of California.
24. Cancellation Policy
The individual accepting these Terms represents and warrants that they have the authority to bind the Corporate Partner to these Terms.
  • (a) The Corporate Partner violates these Terms;
  • (b) Corporate Partner’s materials, representations, or branding;
  • (c) Continued association presents reputational or legal risk.
In limited cases, the Organization may provide prorated adjustments at its sole discretion.
25. Survival
Any provisions of this Agreement which by their nature are intended to survive, or which are necessary to interpret or enforce this Agreement, shall survive its termination or expiration, including, without limitation, provisions relating to fees and payment obligations, intellectual property ownership and use, confidentiality, indemnification, limitations of liability, insurance requirements, and dispute resolution. All rights and remedies accrued prior to termination shall remain enforceable notwithstanding such termination.
26. Entire Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with any documents incorporated herein by reference (including, without limitation, applicable policies, guidelines, and program materials), constitute the entire agreement between the Organization and Corporate Partner with respect to the subject matter herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, proposals, or understandings, whether written or oral.
27. Acknowledgement
By registering for Corporate Partnership, making a payment, or participating in the Organization activities, Corporate Partner acknowledges that its authorized agent has read and agrees to these Terms & Conditions.