Offshore Web Design

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Question by FR2fun: Couple Web Design Questions?
I have a couple web design questions.

Does a web designer just make the files, give them to the customer, and thats it? Or do they help with getting it set up (if the service does not include hosting or domain name etc)?

How much does a 10-50 page website, simple yet attractive, SEO friendly, XHTML and CSS website design generally go for price wise?

What are some general expectations of a web designer?

Best answer:

Answer by kjln997
No, the web designer will turn the graphic design into code, upload the files onto the host, test the site to make sure it works, make changes requested by the client, fix any bugs, launch the site on the selected host, and make new changes as the client requires over time.

If the designer works for a large firm, someone else is the project manager and works directly with the client. If the designer is a one-person shop, then s/he must also sell their services, manage the project, manage the domain name and email accounts, prepare and send invoices, work directly with the client, train the client if necessary, do all accounting and book keeping and other functions required to run a business, and hire/manage help when needed.

Pricing depends on the skills and qualifications of the designer and where you’re located. You should check salary.com for that information.

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