Terms and Conditions

Welcome to Directing Mastery Academy! Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using our website or enrolling in our courses. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

1. User Agreement

This User Agreement (the "Agreement") is a binding contract between you ("User") and Directing Mastery Academy ("DMA," "we," "us," or "our"). This Agreement governs your access to and use of the DMA website, located at www.directingmasteryacademy.com (the "Site"), and all content, services, and products available at or through the Site (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using the Site or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not access or use the Site or Services.

We reserve the right to modify this Agreement at any time, and such modifications shall be effective immediately upon posting of the modified Agreement on the Site. Your continued use of the Site or Services after any such modifications shall constitute your acceptance of the modified Agreement. It is your responsibility to review this Agreement periodically for changes.

1.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use the Site or Services. By using the Site or Services, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

1.2 Account Registration

To access certain features of the Site or Services, you may be required to register for an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account password and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.

1.3 Payment and Fees

Certain Services may require payment of fees. You agree to pay all fees and charges associated with your use of such Services in accordance with the fees, charges, and billing terms in effect at the time a fee or charge is due and payable. We may change our fees and billing terms at any time by posting notice on the Site or otherwise providing notice to you.

1.4 Termination

We may terminate your access to the Site or Services at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, effective immediately. You may terminate this Agreement at any time by discontinuing your use of the Site and Services. All provisions of this Agreement which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

2. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use the Directing Mastery Academy website and services responsibly and ethically. This Acceptable Use Policy outlines prohibited uses of our platform:

2.1 Prohibited Activities

  1. Illegal Activities: You may not use the Site or Services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law.
  2. Harassment: You may not use the Site or Services to harass, abuse, threaten, or defame any other person or entity.
  3. Spam: You may not use the Site or Services to transmit unsolicited commercial email or other forms of spam.
  4. Intellectual Property Infringement: You may not use the Site or Services to infringe the intellectual property rights of others, including copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets.
  5. Hacking: You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or Services, or to any other computer systems or networks connected to the Site or Services.
  6. Viruses: You may not upload or transmit any viruses, worms, or other malicious code.
  7. Disruption: You may not disrupt the operation of the Site or Services, or interfere with other users' ability to use the Site or Services.
  8. Misrepresentation: You may not impersonate any other person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
  9. Commercial Use Without Permission: You may not use course materials or other resources provided by DMA for commercial purposes without express written permission.

2.2 Enforcement

We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action against anyone who violates this Acceptable Use Policy, including, without limitation, terminating your access to the Site and Services.

2.3 Reporting Violations

If you believe that someone is violating this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

3. Disclaimers

The Directing Mastery Academy provides its website and services on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of the website or the information, content, materials, or products included on it.

3.1 No Warranty

DMA does not warrant that the Site or Services will be uninterrupted or error-free, that defects will be corrected, or that the Site or Services are free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not guarantee any specific results from the use of our courses or services. Film industry success is highly variable and depends on many factors beyond the scope of our instruction.

3.2 Limitation of Liability

In no event shall DMA be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of the Site or Services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our liability is limited to the amount you paid to us, if any, for access to or use of the Services.

3.3 Professional Advice

The information provided on the Site and through the Services is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. You should consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation.

While our instructors are industry professionals, their advice and opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Directing Mastery Academy. We encourage students to conduct their own research and seek multiple perspectives.

4. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

4.1 Jurisdiction

Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms and Conditions or the Site or Services shall be instituted exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California. You irrevocably submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

4.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in Los Angeles, California. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered upon it in any court having jurisdiction.

4.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced.

4.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and Directing Mastery Academy relating to the Site and Services and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether electronic, oral, or written.

These terms and conditions are effective as of January 1, 2025.

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at [email protected] or by mail at:

Directing Mastery Academy
Legal Department
548 S Spring St
Los Angeles, CA 90013