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Totally agree. The sign layout is fine in this case. A sign that size and shape is going to limit the layout no matter how hard you try.

Thanks so much all!

Thanks!

I know this is a crazy blurry image, but does anyone recognize ANY of these fonts?

But most of the time, just a basic detail of a generic channel letter components like the one below is sufficient. I think that's all the OP was asking for.

If a customer contacts you for regular graphic design work and you bill them at your normal design rate, then yes they should be able to have the final print ready file once the project is approved, that's a given. I have a customer that is constantly losing files, having computer crashes...

So they know your work, but now suddenly requesting an estimate? They're gone. At least until someone new comes on board. I personally would send them a price to prepare all the files and send them. You can't work for free, especially for a client that's so quick to drop you.

I think he might be referring to generic attachment/electric details, not that actual sign design.

I'm sure now that everyone has read your post, all will be well on Signs101. :)

Are you giving away the final product for free? Why would you expect free help from other pros?

Wow, I'll be sad to see you go Jodi! I'm sure whatever decision you make will turn out great.

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Thanks for having so much confidence in me Rick. I totally agree with everything you said. I was thinking about that the other day. A son of one of my friends wants to learn design. I don't think he really has the talent or skills at this point to work for a design firm, but really, even if...

So Bob, you can genuinely say with a straight face that what this guy does should be called signwriting? http://www.letterboxsigndesign.com/ Is someone who creates business cards or stationary a designer? What would you call them? Or are you only referring to shops that slap vinyl on...

Interesting. design [dih-zahyn] verb (used without object) to make drawings, preliminary sketches, or plans.

Does the word designer just bug you Bob? I can't for the life of me figure out why you don't think someone who designs signs can't call themselves a designer. Sorry, signwriter isn't a fitting description unless you're hand painting.

Sign Drawer maybe?

For those wanting to build your own, this site is a tremendous help: https://pcpartpicker.com/

I'm just saying I don't think it's fair to assume they're going to sell their finished computers for the same price anyone else can get parts for

Comparing the cost of parts to the cost of a well built computer isn't very fair. It's like saying a sign shop is overpriced since the vinyl and ink they use is so innexpensive. That said, I still think they're overkill for what the OP needs.