How to work with me.
My approach combines strategic thinking with creative execution, drawing from two decades of experience with brands like Atlassian, IDEO, and Offset. Letβs create something meaningful together.
A. Project-based
Project-based rates are ideal for strategic design engagements with clear objectives. Each project begins with a discovery phase to understand your needs and define scope, followed by a detailed proposal outlining deliverables, timeline, and investment.
Terms
Project minimum: $7,500
50% deposit required to initiate work
40% at project midpoint
10% upon completion
10% discount for full upfront payment
All projects include:
Strategic discovery session
Project roadmap & timeline
Regular progress reviews
Design documentation
Platform-ready design files
Two rounds of refinements
30 days of support post-delivery
B. Retainers
Retainer relationships are perfect for ongoing design partnerships requiring strategic thinking and consistent creative output. These flexible arrangements ensure dedicated time for your design needs.
Design Direction
Growing companies needing experienced design leadership
$2,500/week (20 hours)
Design system development & maintenance
User experience strategy
Design team guidance
Project leadership
Platform design oversight
Weekly strategic work sessions
Monthly planning meetings
Creative Direction
Organizations seeking senior creative partnership
$4,000/week (25 hours)
High-level creative strategy
Brand vision & evolution
Cross-functional creative leadership
Innovation & concept development
Stakeholder presentations
Creative team mentorship
Quarterly vision workshops
Design Support
Clients needing reliable, consistent design support
$1,500/week (15 hours)
Dedicated hands-on design time
Visual design execution
Brand consistency maintenance
Marketing assets & communications
Digital design implementation
Regular check-ins and reviews
Terms
3-month minimum commitment
Monthly payment in advance
Hours don't roll over
Monday-Friday availability
Scheduled collaboration sessions
Custom arrangements available for longer commitments
C. Hourly
For focused design needs and smaller engagements, I offer hourly rate services.
Standard Rate: $150/hour
Rush Rate (48-hour delivery): $225/hour
Terms
Minimum engagement: 10 hours
Billed in 30-minute increments
Monthly billing cycle
Payment due upon receipt
Scheduled during business hours
Rush work subject to availability
Rates effective as of 01/2025. All prices in USD.