OverviewAll new employees are subject to a six (6)-month probationary period (“Probationary Period”) beginning on their first day of work. This period provides both the employee and the company with the opportunity to determine if the position and work environment are a good fit. Purpose of the Probationary PeriodThe Probationary Period is designed to: Probationary Period Timeline Performance Reviews Employment …
Appropriate Use of ChatGPT or AI
PurposeChatGPT and AI are tools to support efficiency and productivity. It should be used to assist, not replace, the expertise, judgment, and creativity that our clients hire us for. This policy outlines acceptable use, prohibited uses, and company standards for integrating ChatGPT into daily work. Acceptable UseEmployees may use ChatGPT for: Unacceptable UseChatGPT is not to be used for: Prohibited …
File Naming – Graphic Design
This is the standard file naming process we use: ClientName-PublicationName-Or-ProjectName-Date-YourInitialsDesign Proof Number (DP1,DP2, Etc.) Examples:
File Handling & Structure – Logos
Creating Files for Logo Proofs: Regarding file formats for working files, it’s advisable to save the Illustrator project file (.ai) in a format that preserves edit-ability. This allows for easy revisions or updates in the future. Do not save over your initial proof, but create a new art board and make revisions to a copy of the initial design. In …
Folder Structure
There is a very specific folder structure within the Ranch House Designs Dropbox account, with a “Clients Team” folder containing individual folders for each client. This structure helps organize client-related files and facilitates collaboration among project managers and team members. Within each client folder, you would typically find files and sub-folders specific to that client’s projects, communications, assets, and any …
Preferred Vendors
Air Conditioning / Heating Sammy Salyer: 979-533-0749Second Choice: Robertson Heat & Air (in Wharton)Second Choice: Hunter’s Air * Heat (in Boling) Contractor / General Repairs: Sam: 346-305-8912 Electrician: H&M Electrical: Wharton Zimmerman Electric: Boling: 979-657-2020 Plumber: Ranger Plumbing:Heath Direct: 713-805-8888Office: 832-868-8065
Annual Review Template
This document provides an example of the annual performance review. Performance Review Metrics SECTION 1: QUALITY OF WORK Comments and examples: SECTION 2: QUANTITY OF WORK Comments and examples: SECTION 3: INITIATIVE Comments and examples: SECTION 4: INNOVATION / ADDING VALUE Comments and examples: SECTION 5: TEAMWORK AND CUSTOMER SERVICE Comments and examples: SECTION 6: JOB KNOWLEDGE Comments and examples: …
Social Media Policy
The company recognizes the importance and benefits of communicating through social media. These are official guidelines for participating and engaging in social media on behalf of or as a representative of both our company and our customers. The company requires those who participate in social media on its behalf to (1) understand the technology they are using and (2) abide …
2025 Paid Time Off
See also: Paid Time Off 2025 RHD Holiday Schedule 2025 BRC Holiday Schedule Feeding to be arranged within the team, but aside from feeding, ranch will be closed. 2025 TRD Holiday Schedule
Paid Time Off / Sick Leave / Vacation
EligibilityFull-time salaried employees are eligible to accrue paid vacation hours, as specified in their employment contract. These hours are accrued on a pro-rated basis each payroll period and are viewable on each pay stub as well as in QuickBooks Workforce. General PTO Guidelines PTO reporting operates on an honor system. Employees are expected to notify the HR director, their immediate …
Remote Team Member Expectations
Office Hours While your specific hours may differ based on your needs and timezone, it is important to maintain regular office hours so that the team when you are available. Generally your hours should be during traditional business hours. If your office hours need to change or you will be out of the office, be sure to let the team …
File Naming
Consistent file naming and file structure is imperative to organization in our agency due to the number of files we work with. All file naming and saving must follow this structure with no exceptions. All of your files should be housed either on the server, Google Drive, or Dropbox. This way all staff members can access them. Don’t save files …
