-=> Quoting Bob F Howard to All <=-
 BFH> I have never contracted with artist before, CAD, box designs, etc. I
 BFH> have a guy that charges $50 an hour, but hasn't told me how long it
 BFH> would take to do something. This can be very risky as a 10 hr job can
 BFH> drag to more than that. I wonder how we should handle it without
 BFH> offending him, he is very creative, and I keeping thinking art can't be
 BFH> rushed.  
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 BFH>  ! Origin: Asia America BBS (1:102/774)
 Hi Bob:
          Have you considered a comprehensive contract that will cover
  the mandate of the assignment and allow him whatever time he needs?
  (within reason)... you specify the limits. You ball park it at ten
  hours?  Why not set a fee for say 15 hours.  If you want to be more
  flexible, agree on a contingency plan, should his time requirements
  exceed the contract.  ALWAYS get a contract signed - one that YOU have
  drawn up. You would be wise to work out all details of the assignment
  with him prior to any work and put as much detail in the contract as
  you feel is needed. Could be as simple as a one page letter specifing
  what he will do, by what date and what you will pay, by what date.
  Most professional free lancers /consultants prefer to work on a per
  contract basis. This allows for more flexibility... but of course you
  will have deadlines to consider. This shouldn't offend your artist. :)
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