THE IMAGE CARTEL - Creative Artist Guidelines

Guidelines and Agreement

Dear Potential Partner,

Thank you for your interest in becoming a partner of The Image Cartel. The following information will provide you with an understanding about The Image Cartel and what our expectations are for you in this very special relationship.

The Image Cartel....It's How The Stars Get Mass Appeal.

The Image Cartel is a full service Image Consulting firm serving the Entertainment & Sports industries. It consists of a carefully selected group of creative artist including hairstylist, make-up artists, fashion stylist, photographers and public relations professionals who work cohesively to assist our clients in developing and managing a marketable image.

Becoming a partner is not easy nor does applying guarantee a partnership. The Image Cartel applicants undergo a rigorous selection process which includes a background check which includes but is not limited to verification of work experience and reputation.. All partners must have verifiable experience and a strong portfolio that includes tear sheets and or published work from previous assignments. Annually, we re-evaluate our current partners and interview new candidates to determine who will best represent The Image Cartel and our clients.

We are not an agency! Nor do we do not accept solicitations from agencies. All candidates are selected as freelance artist, even if you are represented by an agent. Nor should you expect that immediately upon partnering with us that you will get work or that we will book you on a gig, remember we are not an artist agency. Partnering with us on a project depends on various factors including client interest and need. However, you can't work with us until your partnership is approved.

As a partner, you are not an employee of Davina Douthard Inc. or The Image Cartel rather you are an independent contractor. By becoming a partner, you will be registered with us and if we have an assignment that needs support in your area and your specific set of skills match our needs, we may contact you to assist us. Many of our clients travel worldwide and have companies internationally and we are often in need of support for projects and events our clients may be participating in or hosting in cities across the U.S. and abroad. That is where you, our partner, come in.

In order to sustain partnership, all creative artists must adhere to the following:

AGREEMENT - As an Image Cartel Member this agreement does not restrict members from working outside of The Image Cartel. Each year the management team will select new team members and re-evaluate existing team members based on performance and history. After re-evaluation, members will receive written notification continuing the partnership or removing the partner from our list of resources.
COLLABORATION - No two members of The Image Cartel shall knowingly work together and represent themselves as "The Image Cartel" on any project outside of "The Image Cartel". Two or more members of The Image Cartel working on a project constitutes a job of The Image Cartel and must be arranged, negotiated and managed by representatives of Davina Douthard, inc. Violations of this arrangement will result in legal action!
DRESS CODE - All members are expected to dress fashionably using common sense and adhering to what is appropriate in a professional environment based on the circumstance.
CODE OF CONDUCT - Each member of The Image Cartel is expected to behave respectfully while working on The Image Cartel assignments. This includes arriving on time to scheduled appointments. Following directions as given by officers of Davina Douthard, inc. or others in charge a production. Gossiping or discussing privileged information of our client's or that of Davina Douthard, inc. is strictly prohibited and constitutes termination of agreement.
CANCELLATION - All members must provide reasonable cancellation notice if they are not able to complete an assignment. Generally, it is expected that at minimum a 48 hours notice is appropriate allowing The Image Cartel to find a suitable replacement. However, on larger events and projects that require more time and support, it is expected that you provide reasonable notice to avoid penalties.
MARKETING AND PUBLICITY - From time to time, partners of The Image Cartel will be expected to participate in media opportunities established to promote and market and increase the visibility of "The Image Cartel." This may include appearing on television, in print, video, film, internet and all other forms of media or personal appearances such as attending industry parties or events. These publicity and promotional activities may or may not consist of payment, but may yield valuable networking opportunities or exposure for the partner and "The Image Cartel". Management will do its best to ensure that the activities members are asked to participate in are professional and do not risk the image or health and safety of its partners.
CODE OF ETHICS - No partner of The Image Cartel will solicit established clients of The Image Cartel during their time of service. Nor shall they solicit clients within (1) year preceding their service as a partner of The Image Cartel. Violation of this rule will result in legal action.
SAMPLE WORK - Each member must have available at least 6 verifiable samples (preferably tear sheets or published materials) of their own work. These samples must be accompanied by references so that we are able to verify the work actually belong to the potential partner. Work that cannot be verified will not be considered. Falsification of work will cause permanent life-long termination from working with our firm.