Pricing & Policies
How much will it cost? That's one of the most common questions we get. Since we almost always create custom solutions, we don't have a price list, per se. But rather than beat around the bush about money, we disclose our pricing and policies up front.
Free Consultation: Test the water before jumping in
We offer a free 30-minute consultation to all new clients. It's almost like a job interview—but much more casual and relaxed. You talk, we listen, then Q & A.
Retainer: Starting at $500/week (5 hours/week at $100/hr., requires 6-month agreement)
A retainer-based fee structure is best for clients who need 1) a variety of services 2) over a specific period of time 3) to achieve a desired result. This is the typical "ad agency" relationship, and is perfect for campaigns. Some of the benefits are:
- Priority status: call or email anytime, and you're at the top of our list.
- Reduced hourly rate.
- Time tracked in 10-minute increments instead of 15.
Project: Starting at $1,200 (10 hours at $120/hr.)
The price of a project is based mostly on the deliverables and schedule as defined in your RFP. We prefer to take on projects requiring at least one full work day. This type of fee structure is best for web design, video production, DVD authoring, and identity projects.
Consulting: $140/hr. (1-hr. minimum, then billed in 15-minute increments)
This arrangement works best when you need help from time to time, or if your project isn't large enough to be considered a project. Also, if you have ideas, but not a solid plan, you may consider buying some of our time before committing to a retainer or project. That way, we can help you define the creative, marketing, and technical requirements.
Policies
- Billable time is any time spent with, or on behalf of, a client and includes research, correspondence (phone calls and email), travel, meetings, and project management.
- Unless stated otherwise on your contract or invoice, payment is due at the time service is rendered.
- Payment for media buys (TV, print, web, etc.) is due up front.
- Payment for print orders is due up front.
- Most design/development projects require a 50% deposit.
- Check payments must clear before services are rendered.
- Returned check fee is $20.
Pricing and policies are subject to change without notice.
