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For graphic design, I do all of my own designs and illustrations. For web design, I do the design, and I work with my husband for development and advanced programming needs.
If you have a tight budget, you can save money by creating a defined scope of work and providing ALL necessary items to your web designer. However, to make it an effective project, you really need to have an understanding of marketing, what your business really needs, how to make …
If you want to streamline the website design process, please contact us with the following information: Surf the internet and see what “style” of websites you like. Copy those url’s and place them into one document or email (word doc, rtf, txt, or Google doc file/or one email). Often, clients …
Every project is different so every estimate varies. This is based on the information you provide me in a defined scope of work: A defined scope of work for the project (i.e. logo, brochure, illustration, etc) What exact components you are supplying (i.e. brochure images and text versus needing me …
Yes, I currently take select web design projects. To make things smoother, please contact me with the following information: Surf the internet and see what “style” of websites you like. Copy those url’s and place them into one document or email (word doc, rtf, txt, or Google doc file/or one …
A defined scope of work is something that provides a written description every single thing you need for your project, from content and actions required on your website, to the exact content and images to be used on a rack card. It basically spells out every nuance of the project. …
First, compile a defined scope of work. If you do not have a defined scope of work, contact me. I will have you sign a contract that basically says you will pay me for the time to create a defined scope of work. This is called the “planning stages.” I …
Your branding (i.e. logo design and promotional material “look”) will be how your clients visually remember you. It is imperative to invest in branding that you really like and that really defines your company’s message. I’ve worked with a client who bought a simple, discounted logo package from a design …
Upon signing a contract, I ask for a deposit against the first month’s projected invoice, usually 25% to 50%. The deposit will be deducted in your first invoice. All work and communication (all emails, phone calls, drive time, and meetings) regarding your business is billed at 15 minute increments. Invoices …
I schedule my graphic design clients usually one week in advance, web development from 1 to 3 weeks in advance, art and illustration projects about 1 to 2 weeks in advance. If you have an emergency (need your project done ASAP or within two days) and haven’t pre-scheduled your deadline …