Monthly Design RetainersYour Dedicated Creative Partner
Reliable design support every month—with priority scheduling, cost savings, and a designer who knows your brand inside and out.
Stop Scrambling for Design SupportConsistent Creative Support for Growing Businesses
If you’re juggling campaigns, client communication, and day-to-day operations, you know how quickly design needs pile up. One week, it’s a pitch deck. The next is social graphics, email templates, and updated collateral—often all needed by Friday.
A monthly design retainer gives you consistent access to professional design support without the stress of project-by-project timelines, the overhead of hiring in-house, or the frustration of working with designers who don't understand your brand.
Think of it as having a dedicated creative partner who knows your business, maintains your brand standards, and delivers high-quality work—month after month.
The BenefitsWhy Retainers Work
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Your projects move to the front of the line. No more waiting weeks for availability or missing deadlines. Most standard requests are completed within 1–3 business days.
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Enjoy a 10–20% discount compared to hourly rates. That’s $200–$800 in savings every month—money that stays in your marketing budget.
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When the same designer handles all your work, your brand stays cohesive across every platform and piece of content. No more re-explaining your visual standards or fixing work that doesn’t look quite right.
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Use your hours where you need them most—pitch decks, campaigns, social content, email graphics, website updates, templates, and collateral. Your retainer adapts as your business evolves.
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No more constant proposals, separate invoices, or scope negotiations. Submit requests, track progress, and receive finished files through one streamlined workflow.
Three Tiers to Choose FromChoose Your Monthly Support Level
Starter20 Hours/Month
Perfect for businesses with regular but moderate design needs.
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8% discount
Effective rate: $115/hour
$200 savings per month
Avg. 5 hours/week
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Consistent social content, monthly campaigns, presentation updates, occasional collateral
Investment: $2,300/MonthGrowth30 Hours/Month
For businesses with active marketing calendars and multiple ongoing initiatives.
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12% discount
Effective rate: $110/hour
$450 savings per month
Avg. 7.5 hours/week
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Multi-channel campaigns, regular content creation, website graphics, pitch decks, marketing collateral
Investment: $3,300/MonthPro40 Hours/Month
The most comprehensive support for high-volume marketing needs.
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16% savings
Effective rate: $105/hour
$800 savings per month
Avg. 10 hours/week
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Full marketing support, ongoing campaigns, larger-scale collateral, template libraries, and strategic design consultation.
Investment: $4,200/Month
Is This Right for You?You're a Great Fit for a Monthly Retainer If:
✓ You need design support 2–3+ times per month
✓ You’re tired of inconsistent freelancer quality or missed deadlines
✓ You want a designer who fully understands your brand
✓ You value cost savings (10–20% discount over hourly rates)
✓ You need priority scheduling and faster turnaround
✓ You’re ready for a consistent brand presence across all marketing
These retainers work exceptionally well for:
Marketing Teams
In-house teams that need reliable creative support without hiring another full-time employee.
Real Estate Professionals
Commercial brokers, luxury residential teams, and property marketers who need ongoing collateral and presentations.
Growing Businesses
Companies with active marketing calendars and multiple campaigns running at once.
Service-Based Businesses
Consultants, agencies, and professional services that need a consistent, polished brand presence.
Entrepreneurs
Business owners are ready to delegate design and focus on growth.
What You Can CreateCommon Retainer Projects
Pitch decks, presentations, and sales materials
Marketing collateral (flyers, brochures, one-sheets, postcards)
Monthly campaigns (email, social, event marketing)
Social media graphics and content templates
Email marketing design and templates
Website graphics, banners, and landing page visuals
Custom Canva templates for your team
Branded asset libraries and template systems
Property marketing materials (real estate)
Investment presentations (commercial real estate)
Everything You GetWhat’s Included in Every Retainer
✓ Dedicated designer who knows your brand
✓ Priority scheduling with 1–3 day turnaround on most projects
✓ Client portal for easy request submission and file delivery
✓ Monthly hour tracking and transparent reporting
✓ Two rounds of revisions per project
✓ Professional file delivery in all required formats (PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF)
✓ Organized file structure with clear naming conventions
✓ Direct communication (no project managers or middle layers)
✓ Flexibility to pause with 14 days’ notice
The ProcessHow Retainers Work
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Fill out the Project Inquiry Form and select the retainer tier that matches your typical monthly workload.
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Within 48 hours, you'll receive a monthly service agreement, recurring invoice, and onboarding questionnaire.
We'll schedule a kick-off call to review your goals, brand guidelines, and workflow preferences. You'll get access to your client portal for easy project submission.
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Use your portal to submit design requests with details, deadlines, and supporting files. No formal proposals—tell me what you need.
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Your projects move to the front of the line. Most standard requests are completed within 1–3 business days.
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Your projects move to the front of the line. Most standard requests are completed within 1–3 business days.
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You’ll receive designs for review. Two rounds of revisions are included per project to make sure everything feels right.
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Final files are delivered in all required formats, organized and ready for immediate use.
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Your retainer renews each month automatically. Track your hours and submit new requests through your client portal, and maintain a consistent, elevated brand presence.
Plan AheadLimited Monthly Retainer Spots
To ensure reliable turnaround times and high-quality work, I limit the number of monthly retainer clients I take on.
Retainer spots are subject to availability. Your place is secured once your first month’s payment is received. If you need support starting by a specific date—such as a new quarter or busy season—reach out early to reserve your place.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No—hours don't roll over. The retainer model reserves your dedicated time each month and maintains consistent creative momentum. This structure also helps you stay on top of marketing, rather than letting projects pile up.
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Yes. You can adjust your retainer package at the end of each 3-month commitment to better match your current needs.
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Absolutely! Subject to availability, you can purchase additional hours at the standard hourly rate of $95/hour.
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Yes, there’s a 3-month minimum for all retainer packages. This allows for proper onboarding, consistent workflow, and strong creative momentum—and ensures we both invest in building an effective partnership.
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After your initial commitment, you can continue month-to-month, upgrade, downgrade, or pause with 14 days’ notice before your next billing cycle.
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Billing is monthly and processed automatically on the 1st of each month. You’ll receive an invoice via email and can view your billing history in your client portal.
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Your retainer spot is secured once your first month’s payment is received. Retainer spots typically book 2–3 weeks in advance, so if you need support by a specific date, it’s best to reach out early.
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Retainer clients receive priority scheduling. Most standard projects (social graphics, email templates, one-sheets) are completed within 1–3 business days. Larger projects, like pitch decks or more complex presentations, typically take 3–5 business days depending on scope.
Ready to Work Smarter?Let's Get Started
If you're spending more than $1,500/month on design anyway, a retainer pays for itself.
Most clients see the value within the first month—faster turnaround, better brand consistency, and significant cost savings. Plus, you'll finally have the creative bandwidth to execute on all those marketing ideas you've been putting off.