Pricing
Transparent pricing for practices that value clarity. We scope interventions carefully so there are no surprises.
How We Price
We price outcomes, not hours. Every engagement starts with a discovery phase where we define scope, outputs, and success criteria. Then we provide a fixed price for the work. You know exactly what you're getting and what it costs.
We don't do hourly billing because it creates misaligned incentives. We want to solve your problem efficiently, not stretch work to fill hours.
Engagement Models
Intervention
Fixed scope, fixed price, defined timeline
Best for companies with a clear objective: a new narrative, a rebrand, a product launch. We scope the work, price it, and deliver it.
- Fixed price agreed upfront
- Clear outputs and milestones
- Defined timeline with checkpoints
Build
Execution of narrative into surfaces
Best for companies that need their narrative architecture executed into tangible surfaces: websites, products, investor materials. Fixed-fee or milestone-based.
- Milestone-based payments
- Clear acceptance criteria
- Iterative delivery with review cycles
Standing Counsel
Ongoing strategic partnership
Best for companies that need ongoing narrative and design support. A set number of hours or outputs per month at a predictable cost.
- Predictable monthly investment
- Priority access to the team
- Flexibility to shift priorities
Typical Project Costs
Every engagement is different, but here are typical ranges to help you budget:
| Engagement Type | Typical Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Intervention — Narrative Architecture Positioning, messaging, visual identity | $25,000 - $75,000 | 3-5 weeks |
Build — Marketing Website Design + development, 5-15 pages | $30,000 - $100,000 | 6-12 weeks |
Build — Web Application Custom functionality, user accounts | $50,000 - $200,000+ | 8-16 weeks |
Full Stack — Intervention + Build Complete package from narrative to launch | $50,000 - $150,000 | 10-16 weeks |
Standing Counsel — Monthly Retainer Ongoing design + narrative support | $8,000 - $25,000/mo | 3+ months |
These ranges assume typical scope. Complex projects or accelerated timelines may fall outside these ranges.
What Affects Price
Scope & Complexity
More pages, more features, more integrations = more work. We scope carefully to find the right balance of ambition and budget.
Timeline
Rushed timelines require more resources working in parallel. Standard timelines are more efficient and cost-effective.
Custom vs. Standard
Custom illustrations, animations, and functionality cost more than well-executed standard patterns.
Content Readiness
Projects move faster when content (copy, images, assets) is ready. We can produce content, but it adds to scope.
Payment Terms
- Interventions under $50K: 50% upfront, 50% on completion
- Interventions over $50K: 40% upfront, 30% at midpoint, 30% on completion
- Build milestones: Aligned with delivery checkpoints
- Standing Counsel: Monthly invoicing, due on receipt
- Payment methods: Bank transfer (ACH), wire, credit card (+3%)
Ready to Talk?
The best way to get an accurate estimate is to tell us about your project. We'll schedule a call, understand what you're trying to accomplish, and provide a proposal within a week.
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