The steps to creating great design –
Creating great design doesn’t just happen. Like most things worth putting time into, there are specific set of steps designers use to make your project successful. In almost every project we work on together, this is the process to expect:
- First Meeting (over the phone or in person) – An opportunity to listen and take notes. What are your needs and expectations?
- Proposal – A written report with scope, timeline and price customized to the client’s needs.
- Review and Research – An in-depth analysis of the client – that’s you, competition, target market and more.
- Brainstorming – Ideas for concept, color, fonts, photography, from both of us through a private Pinterest board. (See more about that here)
- Design Concepts – Three to four options designed in vector format for the first review.
- Review with Client – You view the concepts and give feedback until we mutually agree the design is perfect!
- Changes and Revisions – Final adjustments are made, color options decisions are completed and examples are built for final presentation.
- Final Presentation – The final design is completed, delivered and accepted.
- Deliverables – The final design is prepared in multiple file formats, prepared for print and web and any other needs for the specific client.
- Brand Management Reference Guide – A custom guide built as a reference for the client.
How do I get started?
Now that you know how the process works – let’s get moving. First let us know you’d like to connect by choosing from these two options –
- TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROJECT BY EMAIL: Using this detailed form.
- SPEAK TO BECKY DIRECTLY: Set up an appointment here
Let’s chat over virtual (or real) coffee!
That first meeting is our chance to introduce ourselves and discuss your project. Please reserve at least 45 minutes to ask and answer questions. I want to hear your story, learn your goals and expectations of your business and get a feel for your design style. I’ll share my story too!
After our discussion you’ll get a proposal for your customized project. You review, send me your questions or comments, then when we agree to work together all you have to do is sign it and send in the deposit and that’s when the fun begins.
What else do I need to know?
My favorite form of communication is email – and I tend to add exclamation points to almost every sentence!!