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]]> From all the experience I have gathered through the years. Especially as a freelancer. I have found that consistency plays a vital role in gathering the proper information about projects to deliver them on time and within the budget allotted. By taking the time to fill out this self guided project planning form - I will gather all the information I will need to accurately estimate your project. No long meetings. Just simple and to the point. The way it should be!


Nice to meet you (well virtually at least). I would like to get to know you a little better. Please introduce yourself below.

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]]> file types allowed: zip, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, pdf]]> Need something else that is not listed here? I still might be able to help you. Vist my contact page and tell me a little more about your needs and I will see if I can help you out. ]]> Wonderful! I am always open to new opportunities that fit both of us. Please fill out the form on my contact page and we can dicuss the details in person. ]]> Design for most of my clients is where it starts. Let's determine your needs. Just check what services you are looking for. ]]> Just because it is not listed here doesn't mean I can't help out. Just elaborate a bit for me... ]]> I see that you need a new logo designed. Let's gather some other information about this... ]]> Please upload your existing logo below. This upload form will accept JPG, PNG, GIF, AI and EPS files. ]]> file types allowed: zip, pdf, jpg, png, gif, bmp, eps, ai]]> No problem. Let's see what else we can determine about your design needs. ]]> Something new? Great! Let's see what else we can determine about your design needs ]]> ]]> (describe below)]]> No problem. Let's get some other information regarding color ]]> In the text area below please list the colors you commonly use with respect to your current brand. ]]> (describe below)]]> (describe below)]]> Looks like you need some business cards. Let's gather some details about this... ]]> Alright. Instead of having to type out a bunch of information here - Let's try to make this easier. ]]> file types allowed: zip, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, pdf]]> file types allowed: zip, pdf, jpg, png, gif, bmp, eps, ai]]> I would love to help you get these cards printed! This helps offload the interaction you need to have with a printer. Let me deal with those problems! You have better things to do... ]]> When the design is completed you will be provided with a high quality PDF, JPG and TIF file. This way you can get your super awesome business cards printed wherever you want. ]]> Brochures are like offline mini websites. They should offer something that speaks to the value of your product or service. ]]> Words and images are powerful and sometimes it is hard to create just the right message. I will take your notes a determine the best approach to create the perfect brochure. ]]> file types allowed: zip, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, pdf]]> I would love to help you get these brochures or booklets printed! This helps offload the interaction you need to have with a printer. Giving your more time to build your business. ]]> When the design is completed you will be provided with a high quality PDF, JPG and TIF file. This way you can get your super awesome brochures or booklets printed wherever you want. ]]> Perfect for events and other product & service marketing needs. Posters and Flyers should capture the feeling of what they are advertising. ]]> file types allowed: zip, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, pdf]]> file types allowed: zip, pdf, jpg, png, gif, bmp, eps, ai]]> When the design is completed you will be provided with a high quality PDF, JPG and TIF file. This way you can get your super awesome brochures or booklets printed wherever you want. ]]> Will that be paper or plastic? From Design to Die to Delivery - I will help you create the perfect image for your product. ]]> file types allowed: zip, pdf, jpg, png, gif, bmp, eps, ai]]> Website projects do not have to be overly complex. This interactive form will help guide you through all of the basics I will need to understand your project in more detail. Ready to shine?! ]]> These projects are fun! Creating a whole new user experience online is challeneing but the rewards are many. Let's dive in! ]]> You stated that you do not have a domain currently and do not want me to register one at this time. If you continue be aware that your site will not be made live online. It will only be viewable in a private location or a non-custom domain. Are you sure you want to do this? ]]> Huston we have a problem! You said that you do not have a domain name and do not want me to register one for you. In order for me to provide you hosting services we will need to register a domain name. ]]> I see that you you do not want me to host this website for you. At the end of this project I will provide you with the final files. This includes all site resources and the database if it is a CMS. Are you sure you want to do this? ]]> Common registrars are GoDaddy, Network Solutions, 1&1, Dreamhost and others]]> No worries! I can help you figure this out later. ]]> No worries! I can help you figure this out later. ]]> Note: HTML websites will require you to know code such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript and others to perform site updates. A CMS based site offers a myriad of enhancements that help non-programmers run and manage a website... If you are not sure what you want... Choose CMS. You will thank me later.]]>
Awesome! You got through that pretty easily I hope. If you got confused please let me know! Let's keep moving forward.
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Don't worry. I will go over your notes in the next section to understand your website needs in more detial to determin the right CMS for you.
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If you are thinking about a CMS I can make fancy forms like this with Workpress. Pretty neat huh? So let's talk forms...
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Shopping carts are a great way to add value to your site by allowing you to sell goods or services. By and large, most end-users expect to be able to purchase online.
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In order to process card on your website you will need to have an SSL certificate. This ensures the security of the data being processed. I will estimate the setup of an SSL and onsite card processing.
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Online event registration makes it easy to collect important information about your attendees and also offer a way to gather payments easy and securely. Let's discuss your event needs.
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In order to process card on your website you will need to have an SSL certificate. This ensures the security of the data being processed. I will estimate the setup of an SSL and onsite card processing.
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For some organizations, especially non-profits, manufacturers and educational institutions documents management is a very handy thing to have implemented. From white papers and HR documents to form templates. I can help get you organized.
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For personal portfolios, restaurants and other establishments where image is everything and image gallery could be your ticket to a higher conversion rate. Let's see what you need.
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I can only offer photography services to clients local to the Youngstown, OH and surrounding areas. If you are located outside this area I can help you source a photographer local to you if needed.
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You said that you do not have any images, you do not need any services to create these images and you will not be uploading anything later. Do you need an image gallery?
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So you need something else that I didn't mention. Tell me more about your other requirements for this project...
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It looks to me like you might prefer your site to have content management capabilities. HTML sites are fine if you do not require long term alterations to the sites content. Go back and choose CMS. I promise you won't be disappointed.
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Sometimes we don't need to reinvent the wheel. If you have an existing website that needs edits, additions or enhancements I can certainly assist. Let's discover more about your needs.
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No problem, I will help you determine how your current site is setup later.
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No problem, I will help you determine what other languages your current site may be using later.
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Social Media is to the internet what Reality Shows are to TV. This phenominon has swept the internet by storm and is not going away. What can I help you with respect to the fantastic services?
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I have managed a plethora of web projects and applications. It is a challenege I love and my experience ranges from small local government sites to larger corporate intranet projects. Let's talk more about your needs...
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The other side to my geekdom is my love for all things tech. Computers, phones, tablets, hosting and networking are part of all of our lives now. They sometimes break at the wrong time...
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The other side to my geekdom is my love for all things tech. Computers, phones, tablets, hosting and networking are part of all of our lives now. They sometimes break at the wrong time...
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That's alright... Let's see what else we can determine.
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The other side to my geekdom is my love for all things tech. Computers, phones, tablets, hosting and networking are part of all of our lives now. They sometimes break at the wrong time...
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That's alright... Let's see what else we can determine.
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If it is an electronic device. More than likely it connects to the internet or interacts with other devices in your home or business. Sometimes the links break and communication fails. Let's fix it!
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Your ISP issues are sometime hard to diagnos. Or maybe you have a hard time delaing with the support person on the phone. Let me translate the tehnical jargon for you.
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The other side to my geekdom is my love for all things tech. Computers, phones, tablets, hosting and networking are part of all of our lives now. They sometimes break at the wrong time...
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The other side to my geekdom is my love for all things tech. Computers, phones, tablets, hosting and networking are part of all of our lives now. They sometimes break at the wrong time...
]]> file types allowed: zip, pdf, jpg, png, gif, bmp, eps, ai]]> {user:display_name} you are almost done - please review the items below and then touch the submit button below to send your results to me. ]]> • RFP or Project Requirements are being submitted]]> • Branding or Design Requirements are being submitted]]> • Brand Development or Logo]]> • Business Cards]]> • Brochures or Booklets]]> • Posters or Flyers]]> • Package Design]]> • Website Requirements are being submitted]]> • New Website or Full Website Redesign]]> • Existing Website Edits or Additions]]> • Social Media Requirements are being submitted]]> • Project Management Requirements are being submitted]]> • Hardware or IT Support Requirements are being submitted]]>

Thank you for taking the time to fill out the project planning form. I hope that it was easy to use and guided you through in a timely manner. If anything was difficult to understand please let me know.

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