I'm in the process of rebranding and redesigning our company's website, but I'm struggling to find a designer who can deliver professional results. We spent about $60,000 two years ago on our current site, and while it served us initially, I've realized that the design is too basic and not instilling confidence in our clients. I've had a disappointing experience with SEO from the company we hired, and after doing my own SEO work, I understand that our weak website is limiting our growth. Now, I'm looking for a redesign that focuses on beautiful, effective design - like the site Toast has. I've talked to various designers, but their mock-ups feel like cookie-cutter templates. I'm willing to invest a significant budget (up to $100,000) for top-notch work, but how do I sift through all the claims and find a real designer? It feels frustrating trying to navigate this process.
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Try looking for design agencies that specialize in fintech or similar industries. It’s crucial to ask for references and actually call those references to get a feel for the agency's work. Often, the basic mock-ups are due to designers rushing to win your bid, but a good agency will take the time to understand your business needs first.
That’s great advice! I’ve been wondering how to track down which agency did certain sites. I know you can view source codes, but it’s tricky to figure it out. If I could just find out who designed Toast's site, I'd hire them in a heartbeat.