Design Retainer
Starting at
$
8,500
/moAbout this service
Summary
FAQs
What if I don’t use all my hours in a month?
There are no set hours—design support is flexible and available as needed each month. If hourly tracking is required for your organization, a structured approach can be implemented at an increased rate. Additionally, while this is traditionally a use it or lose it model, this option would also allow unused credits to transfer over to the following month, provided it is discussed and arranged in advance based on availability.
Is there a minimum commitment?
Just one month. With a target of 30 hours per week, this setup allows you to get high-impact work done without a long-term contract.
What’s the benefit over hiring a full-time designer?
Hiring a full-time designer comes with delays, overhead, and uncertainty. With this retainer, work starts immediately, skipping the time and cost of recruiting, salaries, benefits, and training. I bring 15+ years of experience working with startups, scale-ups, and Fortune 100 companies, seamlessly integrating with teams across the globe to deliver high-impact design without the long-term commitment.
What's included
Ongoing Brand & Product Design Support
I design and refine digital products and brand identities, whether launching something new (0 → 1) or evolving an existing experience. From web and mobile apps to user flows and design systems, I ensure products remain intuitive and impactful while keeping brand identities consistent and strong.
Monthly Design Hours for Your Evolving Needs
Each month, you get dedicated design support for UI/UX enhancements, feature prototypes, landing page optimization, and brand updates—ensuring both your product and brand stay effective and aligned.
Priority Access & Faster Turnaround
Retainer clients receive priority scheduling and immediate execution, reducing delays and allowing for quick iteration or new product launches without the overhead of onboarding a new designer.
Scalable & Flexible Design Partnership
Design needs shift, and this retainer adapts—whether expanding features, refining UI, or strengthening brand identity. While it’s traditionally a use it or lose it model, structured options for rolling over unused credits can be arranged.
Seamless Integration With Your Team
I work as an extension of your team, collaborating with developers, marketers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution. Assets are developer-ready and built in tools like Figma, Webflow, Framer, and Notion for seamless handoff.
Strategy & Design Consultation
Beyond execution, I provide strategic guidance to refine your product’s user experience and brand positioning, ensuring everything is optimized for both immediate impact and long-term growth.
Recommendations
(5.0)
Client • Jun 2, 2025
Recommended
Most designers make things look pretty. A few make things work better. Shaun does something rarer: he makes things mean something. The beauty comes later, almost as a side effect of clear thinking. I've worked with Shaun across three companies over four years, which tells you something. When I move, I try to bring the people who actually matter. Shaun is one of those people. The ultimate test of whether someone is worth working with is simple: would you go to bat for them? Shaun— yes.
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