You're sitting across the table from some "kid" who can't be older than maybe 22. This kid's wearing jeans, and feeling like a major effort was made because the shirt is both ironed and tucked in. Is this what you imagined from your web designer?
Most likely you are not. Despite how nice the kid is, you know that this is an important aspect of the company. However, sometimes you will hit the jackpot with a younger designer as they need to develop a portfolio and are willing to do the work on your website for free. But if you are not this lucky, time to look up the professionals.
The world of web design is a time killer. Everyone would like there stint with a web designer to be as short as possible - so when you prepare to meet up with your first candidate, make sure you have other options. Look for all the designers who have a solid education and reputable experience. Whatever you do, do not think there is only one and you have to sign his contract.
Schedule meetings with three or four different designers. When you meet them, do not judge them based on whether you would wear that outfit on this occasion, but instead make sure that you are talking to a reasonable person who looks ready to take on your task, regardless of whether there is a necktie involved or not.
Before you go into hiring any designer, get to know what they will be working with. On the internet you can quickly learn most of the different languages that relate to web designing. While not necessary, this will ultimately save you time and money as you can pinpoint what you want done to the site.
Make your own portfolio. Bring anything you can to show colors, fonts, logos, and any other aesthetic component you can think of for your page. Have in mind a list of features - for example, do you need a search engine? Do you need online shopping? Do you need to take credit cards online?
Give your idea portfolio to the web page design master, but be sure it is not your only copy since you will need to give one to each successful interviewer and have a copy for yourself. Ask them to design a home page for you and submit it with a bid. This gives you a feel for what the designer can do, how fast, and for how much. When you make a selection, get it in writing!
Keeping your website up to date is another important step; just as important as creating the site itself. Make sure that whatever designer you decide to hire does maintenance. No matter if it is the actual designer or someone else from his company. It is not free but it is very necessary. So when you go out to look for your next web page designer, consider all of the previous things to save yourself time and money!
Most likely you are not. Despite how nice the kid is, you know that this is an important aspect of the company. However, sometimes you will hit the jackpot with a younger designer as they need to develop a portfolio and are willing to do the work on your website for free. But if you are not this lucky, time to look up the professionals.
The world of web design is a time killer. Everyone would like there stint with a web designer to be as short as possible - so when you prepare to meet up with your first candidate, make sure you have other options. Look for all the designers who have a solid education and reputable experience. Whatever you do, do not think there is only one and you have to sign his contract.
Schedule meetings with three or four different designers. When you meet them, do not judge them based on whether you would wear that outfit on this occasion, but instead make sure that you are talking to a reasonable person who looks ready to take on your task, regardless of whether there is a necktie involved or not.
Before you go into hiring any designer, get to know what they will be working with. On the internet you can quickly learn most of the different languages that relate to web designing. While not necessary, this will ultimately save you time and money as you can pinpoint what you want done to the site.
Make your own portfolio. Bring anything you can to show colors, fonts, logos, and any other aesthetic component you can think of for your page. Have in mind a list of features - for example, do you need a search engine? Do you need online shopping? Do you need to take credit cards online?
Give your idea portfolio to the web page design master, but be sure it is not your only copy since you will need to give one to each successful interviewer and have a copy for yourself. Ask them to design a home page for you and submit it with a bid. This gives you a feel for what the designer can do, how fast, and for how much. When you make a selection, get it in writing!
Keeping your website up to date is another important step; just as important as creating the site itself. Make sure that whatever designer you decide to hire does maintenance. No matter if it is the actual designer or someone else from his company. It is not free but it is very necessary. So when you go out to look for your next web page designer, consider all of the previous things to save yourself time and money!
About the Author:
Stephen Grisham, Sr. is a Staff Writer for InfoServe Media, a Houston web site hosting company that provides custom web design. Visit today, or call 1 (800) 838-2203 for a free quote.
