Agency Statement of Work Generator
Creative and marketing agencies need SOWs that lock in scope, timelines, and deliverables. Generate a professional statement of work that keeps projects on track and clients accountable.
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Deliverable-based structure
Organize the SOW around specific deliverables — website pages, ad campaigns, brand assets — with clear descriptions, formats, and acceptance criteria for each.
Revision and approval process
Define how many revision rounds are included, turnaround times for feedback, and what happens when a client requests changes beyond the agreed scope.
Timeline and milestones
Map out project phases with start dates, deadlines, and dependencies. Include client responsibilities (content, approvals, access) that can delay the timeline if missed.
Payment tied to deliverables
Structure payments around project milestones — deposit, mid-project, and final delivery. Clear payment triggers prevent cash flow problems and incentivize timely approvals.
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Frequently asked questions
- What's the difference between an SOW and a services agreement?
- A services agreement (or MSA) covers the overall relationship — liability, IP, payment terms, confidentiality. An SOW defines a specific project within that relationship — deliverables, timeline, and scope. Many agencies use one MSA with multiple SOWs for ongoing client work.
- How detailed should an agency SOW be?
- Detailed enough that both parties know exactly what's being delivered. Each deliverable should have a description, format/specs, and acceptance criteria. Vague SOWs lead to scope disputes — "design a website" is not specific enough. "Design a 5-page responsive website with homepage, about, services, portfolio, and contact pages" is.
- How do I handle scope changes after the SOW is signed?
- Include a change order process in the SOW. When the client requests work outside the original scope, document it in a change order that specifies the additional deliverables, timeline impact, and cost. Both parties sign the change order before work begins.
- Should the SOW include revision limits?
- Absolutely. Most agencies include 2-3 rounds of revisions per deliverable. Define what counts as a "round" (compiled feedback, not drip-fed comments), turnaround times for providing feedback, and the hourly rate for additional revisions beyond the included rounds.
- What happens if the client doesn't provide materials on time?
- The SOW should include client responsibilities and timeline dependencies. If the client is late providing content, brand assets, or approvals, specify that the project timeline shifts accordingly. This protects the agency from penalties for delays caused by the client.
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