What are Hourly Rates in D.C. Area?
by Milton Hockman (mr_gfx)
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Apr 28, 2008 at 2:37:27 pm
THinking about starting my own company within the year. WOndering what the average hourly rate is for motion graphics in the D.C. area.
Thanks.
Motion Graphics Artist and Non-Linear Editor
Software expertise include: After Effects, Avid Xpress Pro, Final Cut Pro, Dvd Studio Pro, Photoshop, and more.
Re: What are Hourly Rates in D.C. Area? by Mick Haensler on Apr 29, 2008 at 2:28:40 am
I charge $150 an hour outside the beltway. $500 an hour if I have to sit through DC traffic.
Seriously. The rates are as varied as anywhere else in the country but the high cost of living in DC might make it a bit higher. I live 2 hours outside of DC where the cost of living is very low so I charge accordingly. Competition is fierce which is why I like being a big fish in a small pond. Washington is one rat race I'd rather not have to run.
Re: What are Hourly Rates in D.C. Area? by Milton Hockman on Apr 29, 2008 at 1:32:09 pm
Where are you providing most of your services? Where is 2 hours outside of d.c.?
I'm new to all this and reading a few books on how to set up a shop. My main strength is motion graphics and I figure I could provide that type of service off the gate instead of having to schedule video shoots and such.
i didn't know if peopel charged more for motion graphics compared to straight editing.
Motion Graphics Artist and Non-Linear Editor
Software expertise include: After Effects, Avid Xpress Pro, Final Cut Pro, Dvd Studio Pro, Photoshop, and more.
Re: What are Hourly Rates in D.C. Area? by Mick Haensler on Apr 29, 2008 at 9:21:42 pm
[Milton Hockman]"Where are you providing most of your services? Where is 2 hours outside of d.c.?
I'm on the Eastern Shore of MD. My work takes me all over the Mid Atlantic.
I'm new to all this and reading a few books on how to set up a shop. My main strength is motion graphics and I figure I could provide that type of service off the gate instead of having to schedule video shoots and such.
i didn't know if peopel charged more for motion graphics compared to straight editing"
People charge more for quality. In other words, a skilled and respected editor will make more than a mediocre motion graphics guy. That being said, excellent motion graphics designers are in high demand and command top dollar. I myself am not that great at motion graphics and usually hire freelancers if the job exceeds my skill level. And I must say, finding excellent motion artists at a reasonable price is not easy. So if your work rocks and you do open up shop in Washington, shoot me an email.
Re: What are Hourly Rates in D.C. Area? by Milton Hockman on Apr 30, 2008 at 5:59:48 pm
I have an online portfolio. Check it out at www.stephenhockman.com.
Let me know what you think.
Motion Graphics Artist and Non-Linear Editor
Software expertise include: After Effects, Avid Xpress Pro, Final Cut Pro, Dvd Studio Pro, Photoshop, and more.
