1. Controller

Jonas Hempel
Matrosenweg 11, 18147 Rostock
Germany
jonas@media-essentials.com

2. General Information

Data is processed in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). Personal data is only collected and processed to the extent necessary and on a valid legal basis.

3. Server Log Files

When accessing this website, the server automatically collects the following data:

• IP address
• Date and time of the request
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referrer URL

4. Google Analytics (GA4)

This website uses Google Analytics 4, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland ("Google").

Processing only with consent. Google Analytics is loaded exclusively if you have actively accepted statistics cookies via the cookie banner. If you decline or have not yet made a choice, no data is transmitted to Google and no GA cookies are set. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via “Cookie settings” in the footer of this page.

Upon consent, Google Analytics collects anonymised usage data, including pages visited, referrer URL, approximate location derived from an anonymised IP address, and device/browser information. IP addresses are anonymised before transmission. Full IP addresses are never stored by Google for this property.

The data is used solely to understand how visitors use this website and to improve its content and performance. No user profiles are built; remarketing and advertising features are not active.

Google may transfer data to servers in the United States. This transfer is covered by Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission (Art. 46(2)(c) GDPR). Further details: policies.google.com/privacy. You may also install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on as an additional opt-out mechanism.

Event-level data is retained for 2 months; aggregated reports have no expiry date. To request deletion of data attributed to your visit, contact jonas@media-essentials.com.

5. Contact Form (via Tally.so)

When using the contact form, submitted data (name, email address, project details) is transmitted to and stored by Tally.so (Tally BV, Belgium), then forwarded to the controller. Tally.so acts as a data processor on behalf of the controller.

Tally privacy policy: tally.so/help/privacy-policy

6. Purpose of Data Processing

Data is used solely to respond to inquiries, carry out agreed services, and communicate with clients. Data will not be shared with third parties without explicit consent, unless required by law or necessary to fulfil the contract.

7. No Right of Withdrawal

Pursuant to § 356(5) of the German Civil Code (BGB), no right of withdrawal applies once execution of the service has begun, where the service involves customised digital content made to individual specifications.

By submitting a project request, the client expressly agrees that the service may begin before the withdrawal period ends, and acknowledges that the right of withdrawal is thereby forfeited once processing has started.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right of access: Art. 15 GDPR
• Right to rectification: Art. 16 GDPR
• Right to erasure: Art. 17 GDPR
• Right to restriction of processing: Art. 18 GDPR
• Right to data portability: Art. 20 GDPR
• Right to object: Art. 21 GDPR

To exercise any of these rights, contact: jonas@media-essentials.com

9. Withdrawal of Consent

You may withdraw your consent to data processing at any time with future effect. The lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal remains unaffected.

10. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority:

State Data Protection Commissioner for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (Der Landesbeauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit Mecklenburg-Vorpommern)
www.datenschutz-mv.de

11. Last Updated

June 2026

1. Scope

These Terms and Conditions apply to all services provided by Jonas Hempel, trading as Media Essentials ("Service Provider"), to any client ("Client"). A working relationship begins when both parties agree to a project, whether in writing, via email, or verbally confirmed through any communication channel.

2. Services

Media Essentials provides motion design, video editing, explainer videos, brand motion, and related creative services. Deliverables are agreed upon individually per project. Work beyond the original scope will be addressed separately.

3. Pricing & Payment

Pricing is agreed upon individually before work begins. Payment terms are determined on a per-project basis. Unless otherwise agreed, invoices are due within 14 days of receipt. Jonas Hempel is registered as a Kleinunternehmer under §19 UStG, no VAT is charged. A rush fee may apply for tight deadlines and will always be communicated in advance.

4. Revisions

Each project includes a reasonable number of revisions as agreed at the start. A revision round means one consolidated list of feedback, not ongoing changes. Additional rounds beyond what was agreed may be charged at an hourly rate, communicated beforehand.

5. Delivery

Timelines are estimated based on scope and agreed individually. They may shift if the Client is late providing materials, feedback, or approvals. Final files are delivered once the project is complete and agreed payment has been received.

6. Intellectual Property & Usage Rights

All work remains the intellectual property of Jonas Hempel until full payment is received. Upon payment, the Client receives the right to use the delivered files for the agreed purpose. The Service Provider retains the right to display the work in their portfolio and on social media, unless the Client requests otherwise before the project begins. Raw project files are not included by default.

7. Cancellations

If a project is cancelled after work has begun, completed work may be invoiced proportionally. Specifics depend on the project stage and what was agreed upfront.

8. Liability

Media Essentials is not liable for indirect or consequential damages. Total liability is limited to the fees paid for the relevant project.

9. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany. Place of jurisdiction is Rostock, Germany.