— Done
Get a freelance client
— Why it matters
The day job was steady but I'd never tested what my work was worth outside it. Getting a client who'd never met me — and convincing them — was the only proof I'd accept.
— Closed Nov 2025
the closing sentence
First paid design contract. Small budget but real work. Proof I can do it outside my day job.
— Chain
After ← Get my first design job
Followed by → Build my first design system