You’re probably going to hate me now, but my answer to this is “it depends” – because there are so many variables involved. If you already have a solid strategy in place, and we just need to translate that into visuals that communicate all that awesomeness… well, that takes less time than a more substantial project where we have to really dig deep into the strategy work. The most important thing is never to rush the process. Strategic processes need time to mature; both for the client and for the designer. Internal decision making processes can also vary a lot from company to company, and that will have a knock-on effect on the timeline.

Roughly speaking though, you’re looking at 6-8 weeks for smaller projects – up to 16-20 weeks for a more complex project with more substantial strategy work and more final deliverables. If you’re unsure where your project fits into this, let’s talk! I’ll be able to give you a better idea of the timeline if I have more details about your specific project.

Yes, I do offer short term payment plans. Just mention it when you enquire about working with me, and we’ll work out a payment plan to suit your circumstances. Please note that ownership of any final deliverables remain with the designer (that’d be me then) until payment has been made in full.

A brand board is a one-page PDF document to give you an at-a-glance overview of the elements of your brand; like colour codes, fonts, logo variations etc. If you’re just starting out or you’re the only one designing for your brand, a brand board may well be all you need. Brand guidelines are a much more comprehensive document with detailed guidelines for specific use of each of your brand’s elements;  such as rules for logo placement and clear space, detailed typographic treatments, brand values, sample branded documents and collateral – and more. Brand guidelines are an invaluable tool when your brand will be implemented by others, such as external  design agencies or a VA. 

Well… yes and no. I don’t usually take on ad-hoc design jobs, but I make an exception for my existing clients, who have the option of either purchasing a retainer package or working with me on a project-to-project basis. The reason I’m not taking on general graphic design work for anyone else is that 1) my zone of genius is seeing the bigger picture and developing long-term brand strategies, and 2) I already know the ins and outs of my existing clients’ brands, which makes it so much easier for me to help them maintain brand recognition over time.

No. Web design and development is a whole profession (actually, it’s more like two) of its own, and I no longer provide these services.

I recommend that you hire a dedicated person or company to help you with your web design needs. That way you can be sure your little corner of the internet is working for you, not against you! A good web designer will be able to reference your brand style guide to create a website that stays true to your brand. I can also provide them with rough design sketches for them to work from, or take on a consulting role where I check in on the project at key points to ensure the design is consistent with your brand.

If you need pointing in the right direction, I have several talented web designers and developers in my network that I can put you in touch with!

Not really. Again, this is a whole speciality of its own, and you will find copywriters who specialise in sales copy, and others who are super rad at writing captions for your Instagram feed. And everything in between!

I can help you with strategic naming processes, help you narrow down a tone of voice for your brand, and maybe help you tweak that heading for your brochure – as a part of the brand development process. But that’s really where my expertise ends.

I recommend finding a copywriter that can help you with your specific needs. I can point you in the right direction though, as I have several badass copywriters in my network! 

Pop your question in an email and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can!