The True Cost of Cheap Design
Think hiring a cheap designer saves you money? Let’s break it down.
Say you pay $100 for a logo, graphic, or layout from one of those budget platforms. Over the next few days—or even weeks—you spend 8 hours going back and forth on revisions. If your time is worth $100 an hour, that “cheap” design just cost you $900. And chances are, it’s still not that great.
Then you move forward—printing materials, launching campaigns, building assets—based on a subpar design. You invest thousands into production, marketing, your team’s time, and brand rollouts. If the design doesn’t land, the entire effort suffers: poor engagement, wasted spend, and a brand that looks second-rate.
Now imagine hiring a great designer for $750. One hour of thoughtful feedback, a few strategic tweaks, and you’re off and running. The design works. It elevates your product, your brand, and your credibility. And most importantly—it connects with your audience.
Cutting corners on design doesn’t save—it costs.
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