Terms and Conditions

Last updated: 27 September 2026

Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

storytrixel operates this website as a commercial resource providing structured educational materials on storytelling techniques, camera composition principles, studio lighting setups, and efficient digital video production workflows. By accessing or using any part of the site, including course materials and related services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you must stop using the site immediately. These terms form a legally binding contract between you and storytrixel under the laws of the United Kingdom, incorporating requirements from the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.

Who Operates the Site

The site is operated by storytrixel, with its principal place of business at McSweeney Centre, 31 Henry Place, Belfast BT15 2AY, United Kingdom. All enquiries regarding these terms should be directed to [email protected]. storytrixel is responsible for maintaining compliance with applicable UK consumer protection and data protection legislation when providing access to educational resources on script structure, visual composition, lighting techniques, and production workflows.

Eligibility and Permitted Use

You must be at least 18 years old and capable of entering into a binding contract to use this site. Access is granted for personal, non-commercial educational purposes related to improving skills in digital video storytelling and production. You may view, download, and apply the provided materials on script structure, camera composition, studio lighting, and workflow optimisation solely for your own learning. Commercial redistribution, resale, or incorporation into third-party products without prior written consent is prohibited. Permitted use includes reasonable personal study and practice but excludes systematic scraping, automated data extraction, or use in training competing services.

Prohibited Conduct

Users must not engage in any activity that disrupts the site, compromises its security, or infringes the rights of others. Prohibited actions include attempting to gain unauthorised access, transmitting malware, posting defamatory material, infringing copyright in the educational content, or using the resources to create misleading or harmful video productions. Violations may result in immediate suspension of access and potential legal action under UK law, including claims for damages arising from misuse of materials on visual storytelling and production techniques.

Accounts, Submissions, and User Content

Where accounts are created to access paid or restricted course sections, you agree to provide accurate information and maintain the confidentiality of your credentials. Any submissions, such as feedback on script structure examples or user-generated video clips demonstrating learned lighting techniques, remain your responsibility. By submitting content, you grant storytrixel a non-exclusive licence to use it for site improvement and quality assurance purposes. You warrant that submissions do not infringe third-party rights and comply with UK data protection rules when personal information is involved.

Ownership of Site Content and Intellectual Property

All materials on the site, including guides to camera composition, studio lighting diagrams, workflow templates, and textual explanations of storytelling structures, are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws of the United Kingdom. storytrixel retains full ownership. You receive a limited, non-transferable licence for personal educational use only. Trademarks belonging to storytrixel may not be used without express permission. Unauthorised reproduction or adaptation of the visual production resources constitutes infringement and may lead to enforcement action.

Third-Party Services and Links

The site may reference or integrate third-party tools for video editing, cloud storage, or external educational platforms. storytrixel does not endorse, control, or guarantee the accuracy, security, or availability of these services. Your use of third-party offerings is at your own risk and subject to their separate terms. References to external resources on digital video production do not imply any warranty regarding their performance or compliance with UK standards.

Availability, Changes, Suspension, and Termination

storytrixel strives to maintain continuous access to the storytelling and production resources but does not guarantee uninterrupted availability. The company reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the site, including updates to course content on script structure or lighting techniques, at any time. Termination of your access may occur for breach of these terms, with no liability for resulting loss of progress in your studies. Changes to the service will be communicated via the site or email where appropriate under PECR rules.

Disclaimers

The educational materials are provided for general guidance on visual production workflows and are not a substitute for professional training or equipment-specific advice. storytrixel makes no warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, or suitability of the content for any particular project. To the extent permitted by UK consumer law, all implied warranties are excluded. Nothing in these terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

Limitation of Liability

Subject to mandatory UK law, storytrixel shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the site, including any impact on your video projects or business activities. Direct liability is limited to the amount paid for access in the preceding twelve months. This limitation does not exclude liability for death, personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other matter that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless storytrixel from any claims, losses, or expenses arising from your breach of these terms, your misuse of the production resources, or any content you submit that infringes third-party rights. This indemnity covers reasonable legal costs incurred in defending such claims under UK jurisdiction.

Governing Law, Courts, and Consumer Dispute Rights

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales, except where UK consumer protection rules allow you to bring proceedings in your local courts. Alternative dispute resolution options, including those provided under the Consumer Rights Act, remain available where applicable.

General Provisions

If any provision of these terms is found invalid, the remaining sections continue in full force. Failure to enforce any right does not constitute a waiver. storytrixel may update these terms periodically; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. For questions or to exercise data subject rights under UK GDPR, contact [email protected] or write to McSweeney Centre, 31 Henry Place, Belfast BT15 2AY, United Kingdom. These terms, together with the privacy notice, constitute the entire agreement regarding your use of the storytelling and visual production resources.