You’ve perfected your online portfolio, booked a client, negotiated a great rate, completed the assignment, and responded to five rounds of revisions. Congratulations! Now, it’s time to get paid. And to get that money fast, you need a professional invoice. Don’t ignore this final (and vital) step in the client relationship by dashing off an…
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Chances are you know someone who’s left his/her job and gone freelance. It makes sense. Freelancing can offer independence, creativity, wealth, and empowerment. Have you thought about taking the leap? If so, you’ve probably wondered if you’re cut out for such a radical departure from traditional work. Regardless of what you do, there are five…
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Designers have different ways of invoicing clients for stock images used in their projects. Money doesn’t always mesh well with the creative process, but for each and every download, someone has to eventually shell out the dough. Here are a few thoughts on the pros and cons of flat rates, mark ups, research and design…
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Being a freelance designer offers some wonderful liberties, like the ability to create your own schedule, but there are some pitfalls to avoid. There are also additional stresses — How do you find clients? Should you specialize in one area? What should you charge? For most freelance designers, comfort comes with experience. Here are five…
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