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Project-Based Design

Professional Design Support — Your Timeline, Your Choice

Get expert design exactly when you need it—choose flexible hourly services for standard turnaround, or book a VIP Design Day for same-day intensive completion. Perfect for specific projects, seasonal campaigns, or businesses that need occasional creative support without a monthly retainer.

On-Demand Design Without the Commitment

Perfect for:

  • Businesses with occasional design needs (quarterly or less)

  • Testing our partnership before committing to a retainer

  • Time-sensitive projects with specific deadlines

  • One-off campaigns, launches, or events

Every project includes:

  • Clear upfront estimates

  • Defined timelines and deliverables

  • Professional execution aligned with your brand

  • All file formats for print, web, and digital use

Common Project Requests

Hourly and VIP Design Day services can be used for a wide range of brand and marketing materials, including:

  • Social media graphics

  • Flyers, brochures, and print collateral

  • Property marketing

  • Email graphics & newsletters

  • Presentation and pitch decks

  • Website updates

  • Templates for ongoing use

  • Brand collateral updates

  • Packaging or product labels

  • Digital ads and promotional graphics

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Hourly Design Services

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Hourly Design Services

Design Support, When You Need It

$125/hour

Ideal for small to mid-size projects, updates, or design needs that don’t require immediate turnaround. A flexible, pay-as-you-go option for teams needing polished, professional design as needed.

  • Standard turnaround based on project queue

  • Clear estimates + defined timelines

  • Perfect for single projects or occasional design needs

  • Flexible, on-demand creative support

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VIP Design Day

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VIP Design Day

One-day Design Intensive

$1,400/Day

A full 8-hour dedicated design intensive focused exclusively on your brand. Designed to complete a curated list of priorities quickly and beautifully — ideal for launches, campaigns, content batches, or time-sensitive projects.

  • One 8-hour design day dedicated solely to your business

  • Accelerated same-day turnaround

  • Ideal for multi-deliverable wishlists

  • Perfect for urgent deadlines or high-impact projects

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Limited Monthly Project Availability

To ensure thoughtful, creative execution and reliable turnaround, I take on a limited number of hourly and VIP Design Day projects each month. If you have an upcoming project or deadline, reach out early to secure availability.

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What Projects Typically Cost

Hourly Projects (3-5 day turnaround):

  • Social media template set (5 posts): $375-500 (3-4 hours)

  • Property brochure: $500-750 (4-6 hours)

  • Presentation deck (10 slides): $750-1,000 (6-8 hours)

VIP Design Day Projects (same-day):

  • Complete pitch deck + leave-behinds: $1,200

  • Campaign suite (10+ pieces): $1,200

  • Brand refresh + templates: $1,200

  • Event marketing package: $1,200

Choose Hourly Services If:

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You have occasional, specific projects with flexible timelines

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You're testing whether we work well together

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Your projects are straightforward (less than 5-6 hours)

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You prefer spreading work across multiple sessions

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Standard 3-5 day turnaround works for your needs

Choose a VIP Design Day If:

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You have a specific deadline looming

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You've been putting off design projects for months

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You need multiple deliverables completed quickly

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You want to batch content creation efficiently

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Same-day turnaround is worth the premium investment

Hourly vs VIP Design Day

Choose Your Approach

  • “The hourly option is perfect when we don’t need a full retainer but still want senior-level design support. Janelle jumps in seamlessly, asks the right questions, and executes with a level of care you don’t typically get from hourly work.”

    Founder & Principal

The Process

How It Works

  • Share your project details, goals, and timeline through the project inquiry form.

  • You’ll receive a clear estimate, recommended turnaround, and any clarifying questions if needed.

  • Once your agreement has been signed and the 50% deposit has been received, your project is added to the queue or your VIP Day is selected.

  • You’ll receive polished proofs with a round of refinements to ensure everything aligns perfectly.

  • All final assets are delivered in the formats you need, ready for immediate use across print, digital, and web.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Almost anything! Hourly services are ideal for:

    • Presentations, pitch decks, and proposals

    • Marketing collateral (flyers, brochures, postcards)

    • Social media and email graphics

    • Website banners and digital assets

    • Minor brand updates or file preparation

    • Custom templates and systems

  • Yes—a 2-hour minimum applies to all hourly design requests. After that, time is billed in 30-minute increments.

  • When you submit your request, I'll review your scope and provide an estimate before we begin. If your project exceeds the estimate, I'll notify you before continuing—no surprise invoices.

    Please remember quality design takes time.

  • Hourly projects: Typically start within 1-2 weeks of booking

    VIP Days: I recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date. Forurgent deadlines, contact me directly to check availability.

  • Your project timeline isn't secured until payment is received:

    Hourly: Estimated hours paid upfront reserves your timeline

    VIP Day: 50% deposit holds your specific day

    Until payment is received, I continue accepting inquiries and booking other projects.

  • IIf you need consistent, ongoing support, my Monthly Design Retainer is the best fit. You’ll get discounted hourly rates, guaranteed availability, and a seamless, long-term design partnership.

    Standard hourly rate: $125/hour

    Quick math:
    10 hours/month × $125/hr = $1,250
    20 hours/month × $125/hr = $2,500
    40 hours/month × $125/hr = $5,000

    Retainer Packages:

    • Starter Retainer — 20 hours/month: $115/hour → $2,300
      Save $200/month compared to hourly

    • Standard Retainer — 30 hours/month: $110/hour → $3,300
      Save $450/month compared to hourly

    • Premium Retainer — 40 hours/month: $105/hour → $4,200
      Save $800/month compared to hourly

    Learn more about retainers →

  • No, though real estate is where I have the deepest experience. I work with service-based businesses and brands across industries—from wellness companies and consumer products to financial services and professional consultants. My 14+ years in real estate marketing means I understand competitive markets and high-stakes presentations, skills that translate to any industry.

Let's Create Your Brand Foundation

Whether you're building a new brand or refining an existing one, I'll help you create a thoughtful, cohesive visual identity aligned with your goals.

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