Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.

- Steve Jobs

Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works. - Steve Jobs

The Design Process

01 — We begin with a Hello Chat.

We’ll kick things off with a scheduled 30-minute virtual chat to go over your business needs. During our chat, we’ll cover the brand process, package options, project expectations, and the projected timeline. I’ll answer any questions you have. By the end of our session, you’ll get a proposal outlining everything we discussed and the details needed to hire TFDS™ for your project.

02 — Next, I provide you with access to my Client Portal.

Once you decide TFDS™ is the right fit for your project, you’ll get an invite to join your customized client portal. Accept the invite and you’ll have access to your client account page with all the info you need for the project. We’ve made this process quick and easy for your convenience. After you make the initial deposit and submit any required files, work will kick off on your scheduled start date. The client portal includes a messaging dashboard, task boards for accountability, and a spot to upload and download all files in one place.

03 — Client Homework helps me perfect your vision.

To help pinpoint your brand’s style and target audience, I’ll give you some Client Homework. This includes a discovery questionnaire and a few other tasks that help me craft your unique brand identity and/or website. For premium websites, I’ll also put together a mood board to nail down your signature design aesthetic.

04 — One-on-One Business Consults

To help with your marketing strategy and more, I offer business consults à la carte. If you go for either of the premium services, you’ll get two consultations included. In these 60-minute strategy sessions, we’ll map out a plan to boost your revenue and go over your marketing collateral.

05 — Creative Design

This is where the magic happens. During this phase, you can kick back while I send you fabulous designs for your constructive feedback as we fine-tune your brand’s specifics. The design and refinement process takes 7-12 days, depending on your timely feedback and decisions. I combine your input with my design expertise to create a stunning, user-friendly, cohesive design and fully functional website.

06 — Reveal Day

This is the moment you’ve been waiting for, and I take it seriously. It’s time to celebrate! On your reveal day, I’ll present your completed brand design and website, ready for you to launch whenever you're set. Final payments are due before I transfer files and permissions.

07 — Web Maintenance

You might not know this, but keeping a great website requires regular maintenance to stay fresh and keep the SEO on point. Many of my clients don’t like dealing with tech hassles, so I offer web maintenance plans to keep your site up-to-date. Those who choose a plan benefit from ongoing maintenance for the duration of their plan. Clients who go for a web maintenance retainer get top-notch maintenance all year round.

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