We understand not everyone will pick Graphic Horizons for their designing needs.  However if you choose to go elsewhere, we have created this check list to help you find the designer you need.

Do they have a portfolio?
Unless you want to be a designer's test subject, make sure they have some experience behind them. Do the designs look professional? In the online world, a website for a company is the company. If the designer’s portfolio sites don't look professional, don't load quickly, or don’t navigate well, then yours won't either.

How is their response time?
This is vital to the success of your site. Make note of their choice of response (email, phone, fax, instant messenger, chat) and how quickly they respond to your inquiries. If you prefer to do business over the phone and the designer doesn't, then it's probably best to move on to your next choice.

Do they have a contract?
Everything should always be put down in writing, but before you sign anything, make sure you read the entire contract, including the fine print. If you have any questions on anything, ASK! Don't sign a contract unless you understand everything in it.

How reasonable are their prices?
Make sure you get what you pay for and if you're on a budget, that the designer you choose won't exceed it without approval.

Will they promote your site?
Promotion is the key to your site's success. If you aren't sure where to begin, then it's best to find a designer that knows how to promote the sites they work on.

Can they do everything you want?
If you want a Flash intro or a database-driven site, then you need to make sure the designer you choose can provide it for you.

Are they willing to meet your deadlines?
If you need your site done by a certain date, can the designer you choose get it done by then?

Are they supplying any ideas?
It's always best to find a designer that has some ideas of their own, but knows their limits and won't insist something be done a certain way. After all it is your site.