u/Fuckyourmodrules

What do you charge for CAD/repeat pattern work? Am I undercharging?

I've been freelancing for about 6 months for a bedding company and am uncertain on my rates.

My current structure:

  • $850 per project — this covers two different scopes depending on the project:
  • Master CAD (queen size) + 2 shams only
  • Master CAD (queen size) + 2 shams + king and twin sizes with their shams (for unique designs)
  • 4 revision rounds included
  • $200 rush fee for expedited turnaround
  • $100 offered (by the client) for going back to edit past completed projects

For context: I have 5 years of industry experience, a BFA in textile design, and previously worked as an in-house designer at a rug company before going freelance.

The bedding CADs are created from their mockups and inspo. Pretty straightforward.

Am I leaving money on the table? Curious what others in surface/textile design are charging for similar scope.

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u/Fuckyourmodrules — 9 days ago