Popular Questions...
What
do you charge for services?
It depends. With so many services you can choose from, each project
is different. Our pricing is based on approximate word count or a per
project basis. That way you know the price with no surprises. Our motto
is Big Business Marketing at Small Business Prices. What that means is
we're not cheap writers and artists, but we are affordable to people like
you who are serious about your company or project.
What if I don't know what I need?
That's fine. If you tell us a few details about your project, we'll
work with you to establish what you require. For example, some web pages
might be 250 words (for SEO coverage) while others, like this page, might
be more because you require more information or description.
Can
we speak on the phone?
Absolutely, but email is quicker. We spend so much time writing
and web designing that if we answered the phone every time it rang we'd
never meet a deadline (and deadlines are important to us). But we're happy
to return your call or email to set up a time to speak when it's convenient
for you. That way you have our undivided attention.
Do you have testimonials?
Absolutely, just CLICK
HERE.
What
is your turn around time?
It varies. But on average you'll see copy within 24 hours to one
week after the deposit has been paid. Of course, if you want 20 articles
we can't do that in 24 hours because we don't resell what we create. Your
copy, like everything we do, is built from scratch for you alone. But
we can do 20 original articles in a week so turnaround really depends
on the project scope.
Do you allow revisions?
Yes. We allow two (2) rewrites of any written material or (2) mock
ups of a graphic project. Although we've never had to go beyond two revisions
on a project, if we do, then it's $25 for each list of writing changes
and $50 for graphics changes you request.
What
payment methods do you accept?
You can pay by check, money order or Paypal (for a 4% fee) for
credit card orders. Deposits are half the total. For new clients, our
term for the final payment is net 14 business days after the first drafts
are delivered. For returning clients, it's net 30.
Now... Some Questions For You...
Now that we've answered some of your questions we'd like you to consider a few of ours as you search for a creative copywriter or web designer...
Did
the firm you contacted respond within 24 hours of your inquire?
If not, how long do you think it will take to get your project
once they have 'money in hand?' Our response time is within 48 hours on
weekends and 18 hours on weekdays (excluding holidays). If you don't get
a response, that means we didn't get your message, so please contact
us again.
How long have they been in business?
With time comes experience... and with experience comes knowledge.
If a company isn't willing to tell you how long they've been around, think
twice. Winters Productions has existed since March 2000, and our founder
has been writing for over 25 years professionally. Collectively our staff
and partners have over a century of experience you can trust.
Did
they quote the project from start to finish or was it an estimated hourly
rate of how much they THINK it will cost?
When you're an experienced, professional writer and artist you
know how much time a project will take. That's why we're comfortable with
providing flat-fee quotes. For you, the benefit is you're not surprised
by supply fees, editing fees, phone fees or hourly charges that can't
be proven. What we quote is what you pay unless the scope of the project
changes at your request. So beware... other so-called professionals often
bid low to get you hooked, but the price you end up paying is greater
than if you had just come to us.
Do they want all the cash up front?
Let's say you need a new roof. You pay your contractor a deposit
and he bills the rest when it's finished. Our terms are the same - one-half
is billed up front and the rest is billed upon the first drafts. On larger
jobs we usually break it down into thirds and fourths. Be wary of any
contractor that wants the entire funds in advance, whether you're building
a house or your marketing materials. Make sure too that, before any work
is done, you have all the details in writing. Winters Productions offers
detailed line invoicing, and a terms list, so you know what to expect.
Perhaps,
most important of all, did you contact an American Copywriter or Artist?
While 'outsourcing' was popular for awhile, many companies have
learned that paying 'pennies on the dollar' for marketing materials comes
with a bigger price tag. We've heard the horror stories from clients that
tried to outsource overseas, but ended up with more headaches than content.
They've told us everything from signed contracts that meant nothing to
content received in broken English with no understanding of the U.S. culture.
By hiring an overseas outsourcing firm, saving a few dollars really ended
up costing them more time and money with nothing genuine to show for it.
So yes, we DO cost more. However, we're a North American company that
knows the North American market and makes a point to only hire 'local
workers.' Furthermore, many of our staff members are experienced with
small, family-run businesses to Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies.
With our firm, you'll not only be working with a local copywriting and
marketing company, you'll also have a payment process that's more secure.
Don't forget too, by hiring us, you're supporting the very same people
who stimulate our national economy, which benefits YOU in the end.
Are you ready to make your business more profitable?
Good! Then contact
us today.
