Retainer Plan by Siraj Dhanani

Retainer Plan

Siraj Dhanani

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About this service

Summary

This retainer gives you a dedicated design partner to support all your product and marketing design needs on an ongoing basis.

Unlike project-based work, this model provides predictable monthly investment, faster turnaround, and seamless collaboration.

Whether you’re launching new features or refining your brand’s presence, you get prioritised, high-quality design with flexibility to shift focus as your business evolves.

Retainer Model Process

Onboarding & Setup Kickoff meeting to understand your products, brand, and priorities. Set up communication channels and tools.

Request Submission & Prioritisation Submit unlimited design requests through Slack or our project portal. We prioritise and clarify each request.

Design & Review Cycles One task is worked on at a time for clear focus. Regular review sessions and refinements based on your feedback.

Delivery & Handoff Final design assets delivered with complete specs ready for development or publishing.

Planning Next Steps Monthly planning meetings to adjust priorities and ensure alignment with your evolving goals.

FAQs

How many design requests can I submit?
Unlimited. We work on one at a time, so quality and clarity are never compromised.
Can I pause or adjust the retainer?
Pause or cancel after completing the current monthly billing cycle. Early pause requests take effect after the month finishes.
What is the typical turnaround time?
Most tasks are completed within a few business days; complex projects may vary.
Who will I communicate with?
You have a dedicated senior designer and one point of contact for easier communication.
Is brand consistency maintained?
Yes, design systems and style guides are maintained and evolved.
Are marketing materials included?
Yes, design for marketing collateral is part of the retainer.
How do I track progress?
Via Slack updates, Kanban boards, daily check-ins and weekly update meetings.

What's included

Monthly Design Assets
Custom UI/UX designs delivered for websites, web apps, or mobile apps, including wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and prototypes
Branding & Visual Identity
Creation and maintenance of logos, colour palettes, typography, icon sets, and mini styleguides, ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints.
Marketing Collateral
Design of digital & print marketing materials, including social media graphics, banners, email campaigns, presentations, and ad creatives.
Design System Updates
Continuous refinement and expansion of your design system and component libraries for faster, consistent product development.
Developer-Ready Files & Handoff
Clear, annotated design assets and documentation prepared for smooth handoff to developers.
UX Improvements & Strategy
Ongoing usability feedback integration with recommendations and iterative design enhancements.
Monthly Reporting & Planning
Summary of completed work, hours used, upcoming priorities, and strategy alignment sessions.