If I designed and created a logo originally sketched and I have a graphic designer “digitize” it for me, would that person have any rights to the logo if I copyright the digitized version for profit?

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If I designed and created a logo originally sketched and I have a graphic designer “digitize” it for me, would that person have any rights to the logo if I copyright the digitized version for profit?

Asked on April 20, 2013 under Business Law, Indiana

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

It all depends on just what you mean by "digitized". If you are only responsible for all creative work and the digitizing is simply a mechanical act on the other person's part, then you should be the sole copyright owner. In other words, this other person would have no rights to any profits received by you. However, without more facts it's hard to say. At this point, you should consult directly with an attorney in your area.


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