Tip #5 to Help You Hire the Right Design Agency: Make a Schedule

I’m now going to share with you one of the most important things you need to know about working with graphic designers. They must have deadlines. Over the years, I have worked with many designers and every single one them can only produce on deadline.

If you have specific goals for your piece, then there is probably something specific you need it for, and that thing probably has a date on the calendar. Use that to determine a project schedule and stick to it. If something changes, let your designer know so they can adjust their schedules accordingly.

Remember that if you’re hiring an outside agency, you are probably not the only client they’re working with. Most designers we know have three to ten active projects at any given time. They will always work on the piece with the most immediate deadline.

A detailed project schedule will help ensure you get your piece done when you need it. It will also help you keep your internal colleagues in the loop and accountable for their reviews and sign offs. Overall, a project schedule is a valuable tool for all.