Design Rate Calculator

I. Background

Years of experience

0–2 yrs

3–5 yrs

6–9 yrs

10+ yrs

Specialization

Generalist

Brand designer

Marketing / Web

Product / SaaS

Portfolio strength

No portfolio

Unknown brands only

Some recognizable

Top-tier brands / agencies

Where you live

Africa / South Asia

Latin America / Southeast Asia

Eastern Europe / Middle East

Western Europe / North America / AU

II. Skills

English level

Basic

Intermediate B1/B2

Advanced C1

Native / near-native

Visual taste

Weak / outdated

Basic

Strong

Unique

Product thinking

Just executes tasks

Understands user flows

Links design to business goals

Shapes product strategy

Communication & reliability

Slow replies, needs reminders

Meets deadlines, responsive

Proactive, clear async updates

Zero overhead, client trusts fully

III. Market Position

Current workload

Looking for clients

Some gaps

Consistently booked

Overbooked

Personal brand on social media

No presence

Occasional posts

Active, growing audience

Recognized design influencer

Happy clients who refer you

None yet

A few satisfied

Regular referrals

Main source of work

IV. Client

Client type

Agency / subcontract

Direct — early startup

Direct — funded startup

Direct — enterprise

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Based on market data for remote freelance designers working with global clients. Rates vary by negotiation, scope, and timing.