FAQs
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
Starting out, I envisioned strategic marketing consulting as the primary business model for Stark Marketing. After building a solid list of preferred vendors and a small clientele, Stark Marketing started to grow. However, I started to notice that the top design companies were not incorporating many marketing fundamentals that were important to a website's success. Over time, I moved web design in house and eventually internet marketing (SEO/SEM) as well. Another moment of realization was that 9/10 clients would benefit most from expanding their web strategy, and in many cases, reducing their budget in other areas such as print. We can now help our clients most by taking a tactical marketing approach by offering the solution using our own recipe.
- What types of customers have you worked with?
website redesign, logo design, branding, business card design, brochures, flyers, SEO, SEM (PPC). We specialize in website redesign and SEO.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Make sure when hiring a web designer that the company is reliable. Expect a reliable company to charge more. You should expect to pay at least $65-$125/hr. so estimate the scope of your project. Content, image selection, and layout cost more. Also don't expect the company to start right away. You may set a start date if you want time to write some content, hire a photographer, videographer, etc. If you hire a provider to take care of everything, still ask them to set a project start date. If you are in a rush, expect to pay more. When rushing, set a clear timeline and a penalty for not hitting a milestone. Also, check their portfolio. Check their SERP ranking.