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What
to Ask Your Web Designer
By Demetria Zinga, M.S.
If you need
a web designer, but have no clue about the typical web design process,
I am quite certain that you must be feeling a bit overwhelmed about what
to expect. As web designers, we oftentimes have a myriad of roles to fill
when working with our clients. However,t as the client, you always have
a right to know the complete design process up front. Let’s talk
a bit about what questions you may want to ask a design firm before they
get started on your website.
1.) “How
much is this going to cost?” Of course you want to know
that! Be sure the designer gives you a consultation, which allows you
a sneak preview on what they will be able to do for YOU. You want your
designer to be personal with you, not general.
2.) Your designer needs to know the general PURPOSE of your site.
What is your main goal? Who is your audience? Will there be interactivity,
collaboration, or e-commerce on your website? You should ask the designer
if he or she has the capabilities of designing a site that would suit
your purpose and mission.
3.) Ask for a contract to review. Take a few days to
look over the contract before signing.
4.) Does the designer ask you what you like? Your designer
should ask you about your favorite colors on the web, what websites you
do or don’t like, and why. Also they should make sure they discuss
with you any features that you find unappealing and take note of your
opinions.
5.) Who will own the copyrights to the finished product? Make sure you find out whether or not your designer takes full copyrights
of the website. Many times designers will also want to use your website
designs as part of their portfolio. They should let you know this in advance.
6.) Will your designer also host your site? Make sure
you find out how your site will be published and which company will provide
your hosting services. How often will you need to make hosting payments
and when? Who will secure your domain name, and does this come with hosting?
These are
all questions to consider when working with a web designer. As you become
familiar with the person you are working with, it will become easier to
detect his or her style, and be able to communicate effectively with them.
As a web
designer, I can tell you that we wear many different hats and work with
many different people on a daily basis…but as the client you will
ALWAYS have a right to ask questions and expect reasonable answers. In
your search for a trustworthy web designer, be sure to ask the questions
above, and I’m certain you’ll locate the designer with the
right answers for you.
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Demetria
Zinga, M.S. is an internet marketing strategist, podcast consultant, and web success coach whose goal is to help the woman entrepreneur and work at home mom with web consulting needs. Visit http://www.wahmuniversity.com to find out more!
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