Avoiding the Trap of Undercharging for Your Design Work
Starting out in freelance drafting and 3D modeling often leads to undercharging or getting trapped in endless unpaid design revisions. Selecting the right pricing model protects your margins.
Comparing Freelance Billing Models
Match your pricing structure to the specific scope and clarity of each project.
- Hourly Billing: Best for open-ended conceptual work where the client changes requirements frequently.
- Per-Sheet Pricing: Traditional standard for architectural 2D permit sets and standard structural shop drawings.
- Value-Based Project Pricing: Quoting based on the business value delivered to the client; offers the highest profit potential.
- Setting Revision Limits: Always include clear contract terms defining how many design changes are covered before extra fees apply.
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