How We Work

SCOUT offers flexible engagement models to support brands and in-house teams at different stages, from short-term needs to ongoing design support.

  • Flexible senior design support, exactly when you need it.

    Book SCOUT on an hourly basis for short-term or ad-hoc support across:

    • Pitch and concept development

    • Brand and packaging design

    • Finished artwork and production-ready files

    • Design troubleshooting and print readiness

    Ideal for overflow support, quick turnarounds, or specialist input.

    USD $65 per hour (Minimum may apply)

  • Clear scope. Defined outcomes. End-to-end delivery.

    SCOUT works on a project basis from concept through to final, production-ready delivery.

    This model provides clarity, continuity, and cost certainty for well-defined work.

    • Fixed scope and deliverables

    • Clear timelines

    • Single point of responsibility from start to finish

    Estimate provided following review of scope of work (SOW).

  • Senior design support without the overhead of in-house resourcing

    SCOUT offers monthly retainers.

    Retainers reserve a portion of SCOUT’s monthly capacity. They provide:

    • Priority access – time is reserved in advance

    • Continuity – no re-briefing or onboarding each task

    • Faster turnaround – especially during busy periods

    • Predictable monthly costs – easier budgeting and approvals

    • Senior-level support without overhead – no hiring, no long-term commitments

    This structure also allows opportunity for deeper understanding and ownership of brand and design responsibilities.

    Retainers are ideal for fast-moving brands and internal teams who value speed, context, and production-ready outcomes.

    Retainer Tiers (Indicative)

    10 hours / month
    Light-touch ongoing support, reviews, and advisory input.
    From USD $620 per month

    25 hours / month
    Regular support across multiple tasks or workstreams
    From USD $1,600 per month

    50 hours / month
    Embedded-style senior design support for active brands or product ranges
    From USD $3,200 per month

    Custom retainers
    Bespoke allocations (e.g. 60+ hours) available by discussion.

    Hourly and project-based engagements remain available for short-term or ad-hoc needs, subject to availability.

Not sure which model fits best?

SCOUT is happy to advise on the most appropriate structure based on your workflow, timelines, and internal resourcing.

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