You may be wondering if it’s a good idea to hire a Web designer in another state to create your Web site for you. This type of relationship works if the lines of communication are open. Communicating is most important whether you are dealing with a Web designer locally or remotely.
This is how it works for us and our clients:
We keep in contact with our clients mainly using e-mail and telephone. If a client is local, we’ll try to set up an initial meeting to discuss the clients needs.
We've found that phone calls are generally only necessary at the beginning of the Web design process. It's important to start off with both parties traveling the same road, and this is usually facilitated by telephone usage. Plus, at first, many people feel more comfortable with talking to us and knowing there is a live person who is working for them.
E-mail is also used to send attachments of graphic files and word-processing documents. You can use e-mail to send us materials which will be used in creating your Web site. Also, if you set up an Interland Web hosting account, you can view the status of your sites development online by logging in at our Project Status section.
Regular mail is used to send us materials which will be used in creating your Web site. These materials include photographs, brochures and paper catalogs. You will also need to mail signed copies of your planning sheets and signed contracts, as well as payments. - Updated: