1. Phoenix-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 5.6%. Local jurisdictions in Phoenix may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: AZ statute Ariz. Rev. Stat. §44-1201 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard illustrator line items
- Project fee — billed by flat.
- Per-illustration rate — billed by flat.
- Usage license fee — billed by flat.
- Revision rounds beyond 2 — billed by flat.
3. Payment terms that work in Phoenix
Net 30 is standard for illustrators. Most illustrators in competitive markets like Phoenix require a 50% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Phoenix customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
No license required. Contracts must specify usage rights, exclusivity, and territory.
Metro
Phoenix
State
AZ
Net terms
30 days
Deposit
50%