Just got laid off. It’s been years since I’ve freelanced. What are the going rates these days and are there any other things I need to keep in mind when negotiating. I saw something about kill fees? I’ve heard rates for experienced CD’s are between $1500 and $1700 a day? TYIA

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I’ve only been a CD for a couple of years but my rate is $1200/day (Chicago based) occasionally I’ll get up to $1500 and often as low as $1000/day. But I have been extremely booked and busy all year. I know everyone’s experience is different, but I was laid off 1.5 years ago and freelancing has ruled.

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I try to stay between 1500-1800. I’ve taken less for smaller projects or very small agencies.

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NYer here. Im not sure what your experience is (I've been at the CD level for four years), but my day rate ranges from 1200-1500 dependent on the gig, and I never go below that. There have been times when Ive come in as a Design Lead and I still keep the rate the same. Additionally, I charge extra for pitch work.

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Just saw another post about rates being $1500 - $2k. So maybe info on other things/tips?

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1800-2000 if you’ve got a great book and can deliver the good quickly

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Nobody wants to pay the right fees u less they are a big agency. Expect lowballing.

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I can get 2k approved for a week without much hesitation. Longer than that, I’ll need to have a pretty thoughtful rationale. I’ll also say, I’m not hiring someone in that range without a recommendation. Medium sized indie.

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