FINAL PIXEL ACADEMY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
 
1. AGREEMENT AND INTERPRETATION

1.1 These Standard Terms and Conditions ("Standard Terms") together with the applicable Enrolment Form, Course Agreement, Fellowship Agreement (each a "Service Agreement") form the complete agreement between Final Pixel Academy and you. By accepting services from Final Pixel Academy, you accept these Standard Terms.

 

1.2 Definitions

"Academy Services" means training, masterclasses, fellowships, online courses, workshops, memberships, mentorship and industry partnerships delivered by Final Pixel Academy globally. 

"Applicable Law(s)" means any laws, regulations, codes or orders issued by any government or regulatory authority applicable to a party in the relevant jurisdiction (globally).

"Charges" means the fees payable by Learner for the Academy Services under a Service Agreement.

"Confidential Information" means any private, secret or confidential information disclosed by either party in connection with a Service Agreement.

"Course Materials" means all course content, methodology, teaching materials, video recordings, scripts, technical specifications, supporting resources, PDFs, notes and other intellectual property created or owned by Final Pixel Academy for Academy Services.

"Final Pixel Academy" means Final Pixel Academy Ltd and its related entities.

"Intellectual Property Rights" means patents, copyrights, trade marks, rights in designs, database rights, software rights and all other intellectual property rights whether registered or unregistered.

"Learner" means an individual who purchases or enrolls in Academy courses, masterclasses, fellowships, workshops, online resources or memberships.

1.3 These Standard Terms apply to all services provided by Final Pixel Academy. In the event of conflict between the Standard Terms and a Service Agreement, the Service Agreement takes precedence for specific matters.

 
2. FINAL PIXEL ACADEMY SERVICES

2.1 Service Provision. Final Pixel Academy delivers training across masterclasses, fellowships, online courses and workshops. Services are taught by active industry professionals with hands-on experience in live production and virtual production.

2.2 Curriculum and Content. Final Pixel Academy provides training content designed to develop professional capability in virtual production, production technology, creative execution and industry practice. Specific outcomes depend on course type and learner engagement.

2.3 Career Support. Final Pixel Academy facilitates mentorship, industry introductions and career placement opportunities through its network of 20+ industry stakeholders. Participation in placement opportunities is not guaranteed.

2.4 Course Schedule and Delivery. Final Pixel Academy shall provide notice of course schedules and any changes. Learners are responsible for meeting course start dates and deadlines.

 
3. LEARNER OBLIGATIONS

3.1 Learners shall:

a) Participate in all scheduled sessions unless prior notice of absence is provided;

b) Comply with health, safety and course protocol requirements;

c) Participate in good faith and follow instructor guidance;

d) Notify Final Pixel Academy of any conflicts or concerns promptly.

3.2 Learner Materials. Learners warrant that materials provided do not infringe third-party intellectual property rights and grant Final Pixel Academy a non-exclusive licence to use such materials solely for delivery of the Services.

3.3 Delays. If Learner delays provision of materials, attendance or course engagement, Final Pixel Academy shall be entitled to extend timelines proportionately without liability.

 
4. PAYMENT AND CHARGES

4.1 Unless otherwise stated, all prices are exclusive of applicable tax (VAT/sales tax). Payment shall be made without set-off, counterclaim or deduction unless required by law.

4.2 Academy Services Payment. For courses, fees are due upon enrolment as specified in the course booking. All payments and refunds for courses are administered by Teachable. Final Pixel Academy does not store any customer banking or financial information. Learners are responsible for reviewing Teachable's policies regarding storage of their financial data. For all other Academy Services, payment terms and schedule will be stated in the contract, statement of works or agreement governing the relationship with the relevant client.

4.3 Late Payment. If payment is not received by the due date, Final Pixel Academy may suspend services or charge interest at 3% per annum above the base rate.
 

 
5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

5.1 Course Materials Are Proprietary. All Course Materials remain the intellectual property of Final Pixel Academy. Learners may not: share, distribute, republish or resell Course Materials; upload materials to file-sharing platforms or social media without permission; teach or reproduce Final Pixel Academy's proprietary methodology in a commercial setting; or use Course Materials to compete with Final Pixel Academy's business.

5.2 Attribution and Credits. Final Pixel Academy shall receive appropriate credit in promotional materials and may reference Learners in case studies and promotional materials (subject to confidentiality provisions).

 

 
6. LEARNER DATA PROTECTION AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

6.1 Learner Data Protection. Personal data collected from anyone who purchases or enrolls in Academy courses shall be processed in accordance with Final Pixel Academy's Data Protection Policy and retained only for course delivery, learner support, community engagement and assessment purposes.

6.2 Learner Work and Submissions. Learner work, assignments and portfolio materials shall not be shared, published or used for purposes beyond course evaluation or archived without the learner's explicit written consent.

6.3 Third-Party AI Tools and Platforms. Where Final Pixel Academy uses third-party AI tools or platforms in its courses, learners shall be informed and their consent obtained before any personal data or work samples are submitted to those platforms. Learners are responsible for reading and accepting the third-party provider's privacy terms.

6.4 Course Content Reflects Professional Judgment. Academy courses teach what Final Pixel Academy believes to be true based on current professional understanding and industry experience. This understanding is not fixed; it reflects best practice as Final Pixel Academy understands it at the time of instruction. Course content is updated regularly as technology, methodology and industry practice evolve. Learners should understand that Course Materials represent a professional perspective at a point in time, not unchanging fact.

6.5 Monitoring and Enforcement. Final Pixel Academy monitors for unauthorised use of Course Materials and proprietary methodology across public platforms, social media, and course-sharing sites. Where unauthorised use is identified, Final Pixel Academy will issue cease-and-desist notices, file takedown requests, or escalate to legal action for persistent misuse.

6.6 Partnership Agreements. Where Final Pixel Academy shares Course Materials with partner organisations, shared IP shall be governed by a written agreement specifying ownership, permitted uses, restrictions and penalties. Final Pixel Academy retains the right to audit partner compliance annually.

6.7 Learner Responsibility. By purchasing or enrolling in any Final Pixel Academy course, learners agree to respect the intellectual property rights of Final Pixel Academy and the confidentiality of Course Materials. Any breach may result in termination of access and legal action.

 
7. CONFIDENTIALITY

7.1 Each party shall keep Confidential Information confidential for 5 years after disclosure or relationship termination. Confidential Information may be disclosed to employees, contractors and professional advisors on a need-to-know basis, provided they are bound by equivalent confidentiality obligations.

7.2 Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that is publicly available (not through breach), lawfully obtained from third parties without confidentiality restriction, or required to be disclosed by law or court order.

 
8. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS

8.1 Final Pixel Academy warrants that it has authority to enter into this agreement and shall perform Services with reasonable care and skill by experienced professionals.

8.2 Academy Services Disclaimers. Final Pixel Academy does NOT warrant specific career outcomes, employment opportunities, industry placements or that Learners will secure work following course completion.

8.3 All other warranties, express or implied, are excluded to the maximum extent permitted by Applicable Law. Services are provided on an as-is basis.

 
9. LIABILITY LIMITATION

9.1 Final Pixel Academy's total liability for any loss or damage shall not exceed the Charges paid in the relevant 12-month period.

9.2 Final Pixel Academy shall not be liable for loss of profit, revenue, business opportunity, data loss or indirect/consequential damages.

9.3 Learner shall indemnify Final Pixel Academy against all claims, costs and damages arising from learner's breach of these terms, use of Services or Submitted Materials.

 

 

10. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS

10.1 Academy Services. For courses, cancellation policies are specified in course bookings. For all other Academy Services, cancellation policies will be stated in the contract, statement of works or agreement governing the relationship with the relevant client. If not specified in these documents, the cancellation policy is as follows:: cancellation 14+ days before start = full refund minus administrative fee; 7-13 days = 50% refund; less than 7 days = no refund.

10.2 Final Pixel Academy may cancel without penalty if Services become impossible or unreasonably hazardous due to force majeure.

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11. FORCE MAJEURE

11.1 Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform if caused by events beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, pandemics, government actions, strikes or other unforeseen circumstances.

11.2 The affected party must notify the other immediately and use reasonable efforts to mitigate impact and resume performance.

11.3 If force majeure prevents performance for more than 30 consecutive days, either party may terminate the Service Agreement without liability.

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12. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY

12.1 Final Pixel Academy processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA and equivalent regulations) and Final Pixel Academy's Data Protection Policy.

12.2 Learners consent to collection and use of their personal data for: course administration, certification, progress tracking, communications, industry placement coordination and anonymised case study purposes.

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13. GENERAL PROVISIONS

13.1 These Standard Terms and the applicable Service Agreement constitute the entire agreement and supersede all previous agreements or discussions.

13.2 These terms may only be varied by written agreement signed by authorised representatives of both parties.

13.3 If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13.4 Neither party may assign rights or obligations without prior written consent of the other party.

13.5 These terms do not create a partnership, joint venture, employment relationship or agency.

13.6 Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute waiver of that provision or any other right.

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14. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

14.1 These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales for UK services, or the applicable laws of the relevant US state for US services.

14.2 Each party submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in England and Wales (for UK matters) or the applicable US state courts (for US matters).