How do I find a cost-effective solution for Infographic deve?

[randowens]

I am trying to get an infographic produced from end to end. The problem is, I work for a startup and finances are tight. I have looked at agencies, but they want atleast 2.5k for 1 single infographic. Any advice?

[davidangotti]

I have used an oDesk provider named Zhenia Vasiliev to have high-quality infographics produced in the price range of $500 to $800. He lives in the UK so communication is easy, but he can be a little late when it comes to deadlines. I would steer clear of most of the cheap designers on the freelance sites though -- a lot of them are just using programs like piktochart and communication can be a headache.

Regardless of what option you decide on, make sure that the infographic presents awesome information in a unique way that your target user base will enjoy. Right now the Internet is flooded with crappy infographics and there is nothing inherently magical about them. Good luck!

[igor.pinchevskiy]

Hi Rand,

Try elance.com <- bunch of elancers that will do it much cheaper. I've never used them for infographics but I did use them for a lot of the other stuff. Just make sure you read their reviews and negotiate all terms upfront.

or

http://visual.ly/  <- its all about infographics

[KyleChamp]

I agree with the two posts above. Also, here is a great example of a unique, interactive inforgraphic:

http://www.seomoz.org/blog/the-seo-project-management-jedi-challenge-may-the-seopm-force-be-with-you

[randowens]

Thanks Igor, I will do that!

Cheers,

Rand

[randowens]

David,

I appreciate the feedback, I will take your advice. $500-$800 sounds far more reasonable.

How would you rate Zhenia Vasiliev work?

Regards,

Rand

[davidangotti]

Hi Rand,

His portfolio is here: http://www.design.evasilev.com/

Overall, his work is good. However, the amount of hours you are willing to allow will determine how detailed/customized he can get. In addition, definitely have all of your information in a thorough project brief so you don't run up charges clarifying the data.

You may also be interested in a recent post by Jon Cooper on infographics: http://pointblankseo.com/visualizations He has good tips on creating one on a budget, finding data, and promotion.

Good luck to you!

[PatBausemer]

If you have the time, you can do one yourself too. Check out http://infogr.am/. They setup a couple of cool templates and you fill everything in. It's actually pretty fun to do too!