The \"Flattened Image\" Trap: Why Source Files Matter
The Scenario
You hired a designer for a logo. They sent you a `.png` file. It looks great on your website. Two months later, you want to print a large banner for a trade show. You send the file to the printer.The Reality
The printer calls you laughing. \"This image is pixelated garbage at this size.\" You try to resize it, but it gets blurry. You email the designer for the vector file (`.ai` or `.eps`), and they say: \"Oh, that costs an extra $500 for the source files.\" Or worse, they used a font that requires a $200 commercial license you didn't buy.How to Protect Yourself:
- Demand Source Files Upfront: In your initial brief and contract, list \"Editable Source Files (Vector/Layered)\" as a mandatory deliverable.
- Check Licenses: Ask: \"Did you use any stock photos or premium fonts?\" If yes, ensure the license is transferred to your company's name, not the freelancer's personal account. If you get sued for copyright infringement, \"My freelancer did it\" is not a valid legal defense.
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Verify File Types:
- Logo: Need `.ai`, `.eps`, or `.svg` (Vector).
- Print Design: Need `.indd` or `.pdf` with bleed lines.
- Video: Need the Project File (`.prproj`) + raw footage, not just the final `.mp4`.
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