Hancock Artists – Terms and Conditions

TERMS & CONDITIONS
Hancock Artists Ltd.
Company No: 16307348
Registered Office: 337 Athlon Road, Wembley, Middlesex, HA0 1EF

1. Introduction

These Terms & Conditions govern the use of services provided by Hancock Artists Ltd. (“the Agency”), a company registered in England & Wales, operating as an artist management agency. By engaging with our services, you agree to abide by these terms.

2. Company Status & Scope of Services

  1. Hancock Artists Ltd. acts solely as an agent and accepts no liability as a principal.
  2. The Agency represents artists in negotiations, bookings, and career development but does not employ or contract artists directly for performances.
  3. All contractual agreements for performances, engagements, and services are made directly between the artist and the hiring party (e.g., venues, promoters, production companies).
  4. Hancock Artists Ltd. is not responsible for financial, legal, or contractual disputes between third parties and artists.

3. Artist Representation & Agreements

  1. Artists represented by Hancock Artists Ltd. agree to allow the Agency to act on their behalf in securing engagements and negotiating contracts.
  2. Representation is subject to a signed agreement between the Agency and the Artist, outlining commission rates, duration, and specific terms.
  3. The Agency reserves the right to decline representation or terminate an agreement if an artist fails to meet professional standards or breaches contractual obligations.

4. Booking & Engagements

  1. All bookings made through Hancock Artists Ltd. are confirmed by written agreement between the hiring party and the artist.
  2. The Agency will facilitate negotiations but is not liable for cancellations, performance quality, or non-fulfillment of contractual obligations by either party.
  3. Clients engaging artists must adhere to the payment terms stated in their contracts.
  4. If an artist cancels an engagement, Hancock Artists Ltd. will endeavor to find a replacement but is not responsible for any resulting financial loss.

5. Fees & Commission Structure

  1. Hancock Artists Ltd. charges commission on all engagements secured through its representation.
  2. Commission rates are outlined in individual artist agreements and may vary based on the nature of the engagement.
  3. The Agency will invoice clients directly where applicable and deduct commissions before transferring payments to artists.
  4. Late payments may incur interest charges at the statutory rate under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act.

6. Liability & Disclaimers

  1. Hancock Artists Ltd. is not responsible for any loss, injury, damage, or dispute arising from agreements between artists and hiring parties.
  2. The Agency does not guarantee employment or engagements for any artist.
  3. While we strive for accuracy, Hancock Artists Ltd. is not liable for errors in promotional materials, website content, or third-party representations.

7. Termination of Services

  1. The Agency reserves the right to terminate an artist’s representation with 30 days’ notice or immediately in cases of misconduct, contract breaches, or reputational damage.
  2. Clients and artists may terminate agreements as per the terms outlined in their individual contracts.

8. Data Protection & Privacy

  1. Hancock Artists Ltd. complies with UK GDPR and data protection laws.
  2. Personal data collected (e.g., artist information, client details) is used solely for business purposes and is not shared with third parties without consent.
  3. For more details, see our Privacy Policy [link to policy].

9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England & Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of English courts.

Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact:
Hancock Artists Ltd.
337 Athlon Road, Wembley, Middlesex, HA0 1EF
james@hancockartists.com
Mobile: +44 (0)7921 266 467 | Office: +44 (0) 203 289 5346
www.hancockartists.com

Last Updated: Tuesday 11th March 2025