Graphic design
Hire a graphic designer
Post a design brief with references, formats, and deadlines, then review concepts and final files before you approve.
- Worker payout
- Workers receive the listed payout.
- Employer fee
- a 1% platform fee plus a fixed 3% processing charge where checkout is configured.
- Before you pay
- Draft the task first, review the scope, then publish.
What a graphic designer creates
Graphic designers turn a brief into visual assets: logos, brand systems, marketing graphics, packaging, and interface mockups. Clear references and file requirements make the difference between one revision round and four. Work you can post:
- Logo design and brand identity systems
- Business cards, letterheads, and stationery
- Social media graphics, banners, and ad creatives
- Website and app UI mockups and wireframes
- Product packaging and label design
- Marketing materials: brochures, flyers, posters
- Infographics and data visualization
- Book covers, album art, and editorial illustration
Example tasks you can post
Each example opens a task draft you can edit. Nothing is published or charged until you review the draft.
What to look for on a profile
Profiles on GoHireHumans show what a provider has listed and, where available, review history from earlier buyers. Before you order or hire, look for:
- Samples of finished work in the same format (logos, layouts, or screens), not only a list of skills.
- Listings that name the tools they work in, such as Figma, Adobe Illustrator, or Canva.
- Review history and notes from earlier tasks, where available.
- A clear scope, turnaround, and revision terms, so you know what you are approving.
Start with a small paid task before committing to ongoing work. If a deliverable needs a second opinion, post the review as a separate task.
Suggested budget ranges
Use these as starting points. The listed payout is what the worker receives.
| Service | Typical cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Logo design | $200 – $2,000 | Concepts, revisions, final files |
| Brand identity package | $500 – $5,000 | Logo, colors, typography, guidelines |
| Social media templates | $100 – $500 | Set of branded templates |
| UI design (per screen) | $50 – $300 | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes |
| Hourly rate | $25 – $150/hr | Varies by specialization and experience |
Rates are indicative and depend on experience, complexity, and timeline. List the deliverable files and the number of revision rounds in the brief.
Common questions
How much does it cost to hire a graphic designer?
Graphic design rates on GoHireHumans start around $25 per hour for general design work and go up to about $150 per hour for specialized UI or brand strategy. Logo designs typically cost $200 to $2,000, and full brand identity packages $500 to $5,000. Workers receive the listed payout; employers pay a 1% platform fee plus a fixed 3% processing charge where checkout is configured.
What files will I receive from a graphic designer?
Most designers deliver source files (AI, PSD, or Figma), export-ready formats (PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF), and size variations for web, print, and social. List the files you need in the brief so both sides know what a complete delivery includes.
Logo design or full brand identity: what is the difference?
A logo is a single visual mark. A brand identity is a complete system: logo variations, color palette, typography, usage guidelines, and templates for business cards and social media. If you are building a new brand, the full identity package keeps everything consistent.
How do I give feedback during the design process?
Break the project into stages you can review separately, such as concept sketches, refined concepts, final design, and file delivery. Give written feedback against the brief at each stage and keep a list of what is approved so revisions stay focused.
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Browse design services or draft a brief with references and file formats. Nothing is published or charged until you review the draft.