{"id":3373,"date":"2021-06-16T10:34:43","date_gmt":"2021-06-16T17:34:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplifiedblog.wpengine.com\/?p=3373"},"modified":"2026-01-29T04:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T09:56:10","slug":"hiring-graphic-designers-for-startup-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/marketing\/hiring-graphic-designers-for-startup-guide","title":{"rendered":"Startup Owner&#8217;s Guide To Hiring Graphic Designers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">No matter your industry, there may come a time when you will need to consider hiring graphic designers. Design is an essential part of branding and marketing in today&#8217;s tech-heavy landscape. Having a graphic designer or design team can help showcase your brand identity and bring your vision to life. Wondering if you should hire a graphic artist for your startup? Read on to decide whether you need to and what you should keep in mind while hiring!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Start-up-graphic-designer-hire-1-1024x684_resized.png?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=png&amp;h=577&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"man working on laptop\" class=\"wp-image-12034\" style=\"width:512px;height:289px\" title=\"man working on laptop\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-should-your-startup-begin-hiring-graphic-designers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_your_startup_begin_hiring_graphic_designers\"><\/span><strong>Should your startup begin hiring graphic designers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The first question that you need to ask yourself is if your startup really needs a graphic artist at this point. Here are some things to consider when making this decision.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-867c3d\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Is your current design effective? If you feel that your designs don&#8217;t do justice to your brand or don&#8217;t convey your ideas clearly, you may some outside help.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Is it a sustainable decision? Hiring graphic designers will cost you money, and it should be an expense you can reasonably take on and benefit from.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Opting to hire a graphic designer can be a wise choice, especially if you&#8217;re juggling numerous tasks and aiming to elevate your brand. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube eplus-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"atbs-ceris-responsive-video\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What do Graphic Designers DO? Why Hire a Graphic Designer [2020]\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KMLprLEc8HI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-freelance-vs-in-house-graphic-designer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freelance_vs_In-House_Graphic_Designer\"><\/span><strong>Freelance vs. In-House Graphic Designer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Another decision that you will need to make is whether you want to hire a freelance graphic artist or an in-house one. Each of these options has its benefits and really comes down to what&#8217;s suitable for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-freelance-designer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freelance_Designer\"><\/span><strong>Freelance Designer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Hiring on a project-to-project basis is an option that provides you with a lot of flexibility. You also save money by only paying them for projects rather than having them on a salary. One downside is that they will not be as familiar with your startup and need to be briefed about each assignment. They also may not be available to work on future projects due to their other freelance work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-in-house-designer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In-House_Designer\"><\/span><strong>In-House Designer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">An in-house graphic artist understands the ins and outs of your startup, brand, and identity. Their work will be better aligned with your brand&#8217;s vision, and they are always available for your projects. On the other hand, hiring graphic designers to work as regular employees will be a more significant expense, <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/design\/portfolio-websites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The 9 Best Portfolio Websites For Showcasing Your Work<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube eplus-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"atbs-ceris-responsive-video\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Freelancing vs In house design with Hollie Arnett\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/76971oYkZYc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-what-should-you-look-for-in-a-graphic-designer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_look_for_in_a_graphic_designer\"><\/span><strong>What should you look for in a graphic designer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">If you have decided that hiring graphic designers is the way to go, here are some things you should keep in mind !<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-portfolio\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Portfolio\"><\/span><strong>Portfolio<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">When hiring graphic designers, a great place to start is with a thorough evaluation of their portfolio. This will allow you to assess their skill level and the style of their work. Knowing this can help you decide if they are a good fit or have the skill set to work with your startup<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-communication\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communication\"><\/span><strong>Communication<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Effective communication is a crucial part of any collaboration, and this is a skill that should be analyzed during the interview process. You want a graphic artist with solid communication skills who can clearly understand you and share their ideas and feedback. With the many revisions and changes necessary in the design process, they need to be able to communicate clearly with the team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Start-up-graphic-designer-hire-2-1024x684_resized.png?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=png&amp;h=577&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"startup team of designers\" class=\"wp-image-12035\" style=\"width:512px;height:289px\" title=\"startup team of designers\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-time-management\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Management\"><\/span><strong>Time Management<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Time management is another essential skill for graphic designers. Work in startups is often time-critical, with designs needed within specific deadlines. A graphic artist should be able to work within the given timeframes and create designs that aren&#8217;t rushed. Time is also critical for the revision process to get the design both right and on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-industry-experience\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Industry_Experience\"><\/span><strong>Industry Experience<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Industry experience is perhaps better than any fancy credential. In creative fields like <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/graphic-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">graphic design<\/a>, practice and experience is key to growing skills and techniques. An experienced candidate should be able to pick up the work much faster and complete tasks with more agility.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/start-up-graphic-design-team-1024x628_resized.png?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=png&amp;h=577&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"team of people\" class=\"wp-image-12036\" style=\"width:512px;height:289px\" title=\"team of people\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-testimonials\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Testimonials\"><\/span><strong>Testimonials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Testimonials and references can help you understand a potential graphic artist better. It is important to check for these when hiring graphic designers to assess the candidate better. Testimonials can tell you a lot about the personal experience of working with a graphic artist and the practical application of the skills they claim to possess. Remember, everyone has different needs, and every designer has different skill sets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-call-to-action stk-block-call-to-action stk-block stk-4ba4460 stk-block-background is-style-default stk--has-background-overlay\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"4ba4460\"><style>.stk-4ba4460 {background-image:url(https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/light-bg.png?auto=format&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1) !important;border-radius:32px !important;overflow:hidden !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;}.stk-4ba4460-container{background-color:#ffffffb3 !important;border-radius:30px !important;overflow:hidden !important;box-shadow:0px 70px 90px -20px #4849794d !important;}.stk-4ba4460-container:before{background-color:#ffffffb3 !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-block-call-to-action__content stk-content-align stk-4ba4460-column stk-container stk-4ba4460-container\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-4ba4460-inner-blocks\"><h2 class=\" wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-large-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2ce6e3\" id=\"h-make-sure-to-take-your-time-to-find-someone-who-fits-your-needs-and-resonates-with-your-vision\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_sure_to_take_your_time_to_find_someone_who_fits_your_needs_and_resonates_with_your_vision\"><\/span><strong>Make sure to take your time to find someone who fits your needs and resonates with your vision!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-1687486\" data-block-id=\"1687486\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button is-style-ghost stk-block stk-949752d\" data-block-id=\"949752d\"><style>.stk-949752d .stk-button{background:#fcb900 !important;border-radius:8px !important;}.stk-949752d .stk-button:hover:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important;}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,  .stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-949752d .stk-button:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-949752d .stk-button:before{box-shadow:none !important;border-style:solid !important;border-color:#000000 !important;border-top-width:2px !important;border-right-width:2px !important;border-bottom-width:2px !important;border-left-width:2px !important;}.stk-949752d .stk-button__inner-text{color:#000000 !important;font-weight:bold !important;}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/app.simplified.com\/design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"has-text-color has-black-color stk-button__inner-text\">Get Started For Free<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No matter your industry, there may come a time when you will need to consider hiring graphic designers. 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