Collaboration Agreement

Collaboration Agreement:

Schedule 1: Definition of collaboration
-Working in a group simultaneously
-A group effort working towards one goal
-Compromising for the good of the project

Schedule 2: Goals and priorities
What are our expectations around grades? Everyone gives it their 100% effort, so that will then be reflected in a high grade

What learning do you want to get out of the project?
-We want to gain an in-depth knowledge about the topic of our project
-The structure and process of a start-up business
-We want to learn about the sustainable aspect of it and whether this is a viable business model

What values do we bring to the project and how do these inform our practice?
Strengths:
Stephanie- VCD
-Working with type
-Editorial
-Book design
-Brand & Marketing

Bryony- Spatial Design
-Hands on design projects
- Drawing

Ryan- VCD
-Hands on projects
-Experience design
-Projects aimed at children
-Storytelling through branding

Gemma- Fashion Design
-Hands on design projects
-Sewing
-Pattern making
-Ideas
-Organisation

Caitlin- Fashion Design
 -Hands on design projects
-Sewing
-Pattern making
-Ideas
-brand & marketing

Schedule 3: How will we work together?
Process-
How do we recognise and harness difference in our learning and working style? By playing to everyone’s strengths and giving suitable roles that reflect these strengths.
How collectively or independently should we work?  In the early stages, we will meet a couple of times a week and delegate jobs, particularly in the research stages. In the later stages, we will meet up and do the work together. If someone needs help, then we will help each other out.
How will we set goals and track our progress? We will make doable, weekly goals, and we can track this progress by checking it has been uploaded to our facebook group or blog

Time-
How much time do we expect to give to the project? We will give as much time as needed, which will be dependent on the stage that we are out. Our time will also reflect that it is a 15 credit paper.
Do we expect equal contributions of time and effort? Yes
When, and how often, will the team meet?  In the early stages, twice a week, however this will increase depending on the stage that we are at.

Communication-
How, and how often, will we communicate outside of structured class or meeting times? We have open lines of communication, which can be used constantly through our facebook group.
How will decisions be made? Collectively and by majority
How will we handle disagreements or differences of opinion? We will try and sort it out through the group and realise at times there will need to be compromise on either side.

Critique-
How will team members give and receive critique? We will be open to receiving critique and will ensure it is constructive criticism.
How will we evaluate the contribution/ engagement of individuals? By attendance and the work load/standard that is produced.
How will we engage with other teams? We are open to collaboration and input from other teams. We will also engage with other teams by practicing our pitches to them and getting their constructive criticism.

Money and Resources-
How much money and/or resources do we expect to give to the project?  We will look at this at a later date, however we agree that we don’t want anything excessive. If we are using recycled materials this shouldn’t be a big issue.   
Do we expect equal contributions of money and/or resources? Yes

How will any expenditure be managed? Bryony will keep record of this. 

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