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Freelancers -- where do you find most of your work?
I know that question is sort of like where's your favorite fishing hole. Hi, all -- I've been a freelancer for about a year and a half now, and for the first time, things are slow. I guess I'm on t...
Lisa Wesley said:
Thanks for the responses everyone. They lead to another question....If you charge the client per project how do you collect the revenue? Are you taking a percentage up front then collecting rest at end? I'm interested in getting some feedback on these questions.
I usually take 50% up front before starting the project. It confirms that the client is serious and takes care of the time I spend working on the project. The balance is paid when the final product is delivered.
Another approach is to break it into thirds with a cancel option after the 1st phase (Concept development)
I also mainly work for large companies since many smaller ones do not have the understanding of process or quality. Fortunately I live in a large metropolitan area with many businesses who need learning design products.
In all cases get everything in writing. I create simple contracts that must be signed before starting any project.
Great thread. Hope this helps.
