Web Designer & Web Developer

How Do I Choose The Right Web Designer or Web Design Firm?

While you may be new to the web marketing realm or have had previous experience, it’s always a tedious and complex process trying to find the right web designer or web developer for your project. Topping the most common reasons would boil down to experience, professionalism, and of course, price. Here are some things to consider when choosing a web designer/developer:

• Are you looking for a Web Designer, Web Developer, or both?

• Take a look at their current Web Design Portfolio for quality work

• Make note of reputable clients on their client list for references

• Preferably, find someone local who you can work closely with

• Also preferably, if possible, have an in-person meeting to ask questions

• Ask to see if they have a presentation or portfolio that you can see EQQY DESIGNS Portfolio Presentation What Is The Difference Between a Designer and a Developer?

• Website Designer – The website designer will create wireframes, graphics, and layout concepts for you. They help you with colour variations and the entire graphical user interface of how Internet users can navigate through your website with the best possible user experience.

• Website Developer – The website developer will take the design from the website designer and splice (split) the design and create the programming code necessary to run the website. They will take on the technical approach of developing the programming code, hosting, and mostly all other technical aspects of the website. Sometimes, these skill sets may apply to just one person, while most of the times, it’s split among 2 people or for larger firms, split among the entire team who specializes in specific areas.

How Do I Find a Good Web Designer/Developer and How Much Do They Usually Charge?

When choosing a designer or developer, prices may vary depending on whether you wish to work with someone local or have your project outsourced remotely. There are pros and cons for each type, however, below are a some of the questions you should think about or ask when hiring:

• Pay attention to what they are asking. Do they understand your business enough to design something that reflects you and your business?

• Take a look at their portfolio to see if their style matches your taste. Ask to see if they actually designed or developed the website, or both.

• Ask to see if they understand the fundamentals behind internet marketing and search engine optimization.

• Pay attention to see if they are working within your budget, or if they continue to suggest new features to increase the cost of your site. Make sure that you control your budget.

• Ask for references so that you can perhaps speak with some of their current and/or recent clients.

• Ask to see if they have any type of maintenance plans available as some designers do not provide maintenance to websites.

• Explain to each prospective designer/developer what your deadline is and ask if they can meet it. Many good firms are generally booked a month or two ahead, therefore you may have to wait for your choice.

• Ask them about their fees and what the estimated costs are associated to the website you would like to create. You may have to discuss further details about the content and features of the website before they can provide you with an accurate quote. Prices will always vary between $15/hr to $250/hr depending on the skill and location of the designer/developer. Modern websites are generally created in a dynamic nature, therefore design firms generally do not quote on a page-per-page basis. Professional websites that take 4-6 weeks to build can range moderately between $3,000 – $6,000 or more depending on the complexity.

• Ask to them about their billing process and payment terms including deposits. The more information you can find out about them, the more confident you will feel about your choices, good luck on your hunt!

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