A freelancer is one person who may design, build or both; a studio is a small team covering design, development and support. Either can be the right choice. Match the people to the jobs your site needs, and ask either one the same questions about ownership and support.
Who will do each part of the work, and who is your day-to-day contact?
Who owns the domain, content and code when the project ends?
Where is the site hosted, and what happens to hosting if you part ways?
What support is included after launch, and how quickly do they respond?
Can you see sites they have built that are still live?
CleverWeb is a studio, so read this with that in mind. A good freelancer can be the right choice, and the questions above apply to us as much as anyone.
| Criterion | Web design studio | Freelancer |
|---|---|---|
| Who does the work | A small team, with design, development and content often handled by different people. | One person, sometimes bringing in other specialists for parts of the job. |
| Cover when someone is away | Someone else in the team can usually step in. | Depends on one person, so ask how holidays and illness are handled. |
| Range of skills | Several disciplines under one roof. | Often a deep specialist in one area, such as design or development. |
| Support after launch | Usually offered as a plan or agreement; ask what response times are included. | Varies by person; ask what support is offered after launch and for how long. |
No. A skilled freelancer can be the better fit for a well-defined job. Match the people to the work, and ask the same questions about ownership and support.
Ask who will own the domain, content and code at the end of the project, and get the answer in writing before work starts.
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