Terms of Service
Effective date
July 04, 2025
Welcome to Damascus Media Group! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website operated by Damascus Media Group ("DMG," "we," "us," or "our") at [Your Website URL], and all services, programs, and products offered by DMG (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using any part of the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions of this agreement, then you may not access the website or use any Services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Your access to and use of the Services are conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, clients, and others who access or use the Services.We collect various types of information in connection with the services we provide, which may include personal information. Personal information is data that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly.
2. Description of Services
Damascus Media Group is a multimedia conglomerate dedicated to changing the entertainment landscape with a mission rooted in biblical virtues and principles. We champion "Artists Over Industry," prioritizing creativity and integrity. Our Services include, but are not limited to:
The Artistcas a Brand Incubator: A comprehensive development program for artists combining music production, executive strategy, and entrepreneurial mentorship.
"Ministry-First" Media Consulting: Strategic consulting, media team training, and high-impact video production for churches and non-profits.
"Beyond the Stage" Content Development: For established artists and speakers, developing and producing new media ventures like podcasts, video curricula, or docuseries.
Supporting Services: Strategic Communications & PR, Digital Marketing & Audience Engagement, Community Building & Fan Engagement, Monetization Strategy & Support.
Niche & Specialized Services: Content Consulting & Sensitivity Reading, Impact Measurement & Community Engagement, Educational Content, Artist Wellness & Mentorship, Archival & Legacy Project Management.
Specific details regarding the scope, deliverables, timelines, and fees for any particular Service will be outlined in a separate written proposal, service agreement, or contract executed between DMG and the client. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and a specific service agreement, the service agreement shall prevail for that specific Service.
3. Client Responsibilities
As a client or user of DMG's Services, you agree to:
Provide accurate, complete, and timely information as reasonably requested by DMG.
Cooperate fully with DMG's team to facilitate the provision of Services.
Adhere to all payment terms and schedules outlined in your specific service agreement.
Provide all necessary access to materials, accounts, or personnel as required for DMG to perform the Services.
Ensure that any content or materials you provide to DMG do not violate any third-party rights (including intellectual property rights) or applicable laws.
4. Fees and Payments
Fees for Services will be as set forth in the individual proposal or service agreement between DMG and the client.
Unless otherwise agreed, all fees are due in accordance with the payment schedule outlined in your agreement.
DMG reserves the right to suspend or terminate Services if payments are not made in a timely manner.
All prices are stated in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise specified.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
Client Content: You retain all ownership rights to any content or intellectual property you provide to DMG for the purpose of the Services. You grant DMG a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display such content solely for the purpose of providing the Services to you and as agreed in your specific service agreement (e.g., for portfolio display with your consent).
DMG Content: All materials, methods, tools, templates, processes, and proprietary information developed or used by DMG in providing the Services (excluding client-specific deliverables once fully paid for) are the exclusive property of Damascus Media Group.
Deliverables: Upon full payment of all applicable fees, and as specified in your service agreement, ownership of final deliverables (e.g., finished music masters, video files, final strategy documents) created by DMG specifically for your project will transfer to you. However, DMG retains the right to use such deliverables for promotional purposes (e.g., in its portfolio or case studies), provided prior consent is obtained where required by your agreement.
[Crucial for Artists/Incubator: Clearly define IP ownership for artists in The Artist-Entrepreneur Incubator. Reiterate that artists retain primary ownership of their music/IP, and outline any revenue share or deferred fees based on their future earnings, as agreed in specific contracts. Emphasize DMG's "empowerment over control" model here.]
6. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to keep confidential all non-public information obtained from the other party during the course of providing or receiving Services that is designated as confidential or would reasonably be understood to be confidential. This obligation of confidentiality shall survive the termination of these Terms or any service agreement.
7. Warranties and Disclaimers
DMG Warranties: DMG warrants that the Services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner, in accordance with industry standards.
Client Warranties: You warrant that you have all necessary rights and permissions to provide your content to DMG and that your content does not infringe on the rights of any third party.
Disclaimer: EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS OR A SPECIFIC SERVICE AGREEMENT, DMG MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. DMG DOES NOT GUARANTEE SPECIFIC RESULTS OR OUTCOMES (E.G., SALES, AUDIENCE GROWTH, CHART POSITION), AS THESE ARE SUBJECT TO NUMEROUS FACTORS BEYOND DMG'S CONTROL.
8. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL DAMASCUS MEDIA GROUP, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, THAT RESULT FROM THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SERVICES. DMG'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY YOU TO DMG FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Damascus Media Group and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that arise from your use of or access to the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party intellectual property or other right.
10. Termination
DMG may terminate or suspend your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. Specific termination clauses for ongoing Services will be detailed in your individual service agreement.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Broward County, Florida.
12. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use our Services after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any specific service agreements or proposals, constitute the entire agreement between you and Damascus Media Group regarding the Services.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
Damascus Media Group
1314 E Las Olas Blvd #2324
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
United States
Email: legal@damascusmediagroup.com
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
