Guides
Practical pointers to find, choose and pay a digital freelancer near you. Each guide is dated and kept up to date.
How much does a digital freelancer cost?
There is no single rate: the price of a digital freelancer mostly depends on the scope of the assignment, the deadline, the rights granted and their experience. On TakeMe, as of 7 October 2026, the median published day rate is €425 for graphic designers (across 6 profiles) and €500 for videographers and video editors (across 7 profiles).
How to choose a digital freelancer: 7 practical criteria
To choose a freelance photographer, videographer, graphic designer or community manager well, first look at work close to what you need, then at reviews tied to real assignments, their responsiveness and how clear their quote is. Proximity matters too: a professional based near you can meet you, travel easily and knows your area.
Freelance platform commissions: a sourced comparison (October 2026)
Depending on the platform, the commission is paid by the freelancer, by the client, or by both, and it ranges from 0% to more than 12% of an assignment's value. As of 7 October 2026, Malt takes 10% from the freelancer on a first assignment and charges the client 5% to 9% in service fees; Freelance.com adds 12.5% to the quote; Free-Work and TakeMe take no commission on the assignment.