How a freelance graphic designer can help your organisation thrive
Have you been toying with the idea of adding a freelance graphic designer to your team?
Whether on retainer, or on a more flexible basis – there are many benefits to working with a local freelance designer. Maybe you’re wondering whether it’s worth it as you’ve already got someone in-house, or you’ve not worked with a freelancer before so you’re unsure if it would be right for you.
Have a read of the benefits of a freelance designer below and if you’re convinced, you know where I am!
Flexibility
You can increase or decrease the amount of work each month depending on your needs.
There’s also no need for you to jump through red tape to alter the work we do, the way you might have to if an employee has their job description changed. We don’t have the same restrictions as employees, so if you’re unsure what you need in terms of design collateral, we can be flexible in helping you figure this out.
Extra support for your in-house staff
Freelance designers can help lessen the load of your in-house creative team, and can be a helping hand when times get tough and you’re beginning to struggle to manage your workload. Freelancers can be on hand to help if you know you a busy period, or have a big campaign coming up.
Sometimes it’s nice to know that there’s an extra pair of hands there when you need them, and only when you need them.
Cost-effectiveness
Not every not-for-profit or organisation has the budget to hire a full-time employee, and that’s okay – freelance designers can come on board for a set amount of time on retainer or for the duration of a project only. This will lead to savings, and can help if you are facing a budget squeeze.
You pay for what you need, and that’s it!
Fresh eyes
One of the great things about having a freelance designer to turn to is that we offer a fresh perspective and give you a new idea you might not have otherwise thought of. We’re not so absorbed in your not-for-profit or organisation that we can’t see the wood for the trees, as we work with a mix of clients which will give us a unique perspective on problem-solving.
Struggling to decide between design A or B? Can’t choose whether to do a print or a digital campaign? We might be the fresh eyes you need to help you make that decision!
Speed
Freelancers tend to be quicker and more productive. Our income is directly affected by how much work we do, whereas a salaried employee is going to get the same pay each month no matter how much they work.
We freelancers will always go the extra mile and complete work promptly to a high quality.
Sold on the benefits of a freelance designer?
If this blog has made you eager to work with a freelance graphic designer, one that’s local to your Bristol organisation or not-for-profit, I’d love to have a chat with you about your needs.
