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Let's Create Something Impactful Together

Whether you need a brand built from scratch, a product design, or a high-converting website.

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Limited Availability

Currently booking select branding, web & product design projects from January 2026.

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Ways We Can Work Together

I believe great design is built on clarity, collaboration, and results. Below are structured packages that give you full transparency — so you know exactly what you’re investing in, and what outcomes to expect on projects if its not role based.

Build a brand that feels like you — and connects with your audience

The Rebrand Experience

For businesses evolving or scaling.

From from $12,000

4-12 week timeline

(depending on workload & client dependencies)

✓ Brand Audit & Research

✓ Competitive audit 

✓ Strategic Brand Repositioning

✓ Complete Identity System

✓ Launch Strategy & Support

✓ 6 Months Consultation

Signature Identity System

Comprehensive brand system for established businesses making an impact.

From $2,500

3–4 weeks timeline

(depending on workload & client dependencies)

Starter Brand Kit

Essential brand foundations for new businesses launching their identity.

From $800

1–2 weeks timeline

(depending on workload & client dependencies)

✓  Logo + Icon Mark

✓  Color Palette (4-6 colors)

✓  Typography System

✓  Basic Guidelines (10 pages)

✓ Essential Templates

✓ Complete Logo System

✓ Brand Strategy Foundation

✓ Extended Color System

✓ Full Guidelines (30-40 pages)

✓ Comprehensive Applications

Keep in mind

Each project is unique. These packages serve as a transparent starting point — customized proposals are tailored after our discovery call to fit your goals, team, and timeline.

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What to expect

Quick run through what to expect when working with me on a Freelance or contract projects. 

Discovery

Freelance Product/ Brand Designer

Initial consultation to understand your goals, challenges, and vision.

Proposal

Design Strategy & Planning

Clear proposal outlining project scope, deliverables, timeline, and investment.

Design 

Human-Centered Product & Brand Design

An iterative, insight-driven design process with transparent check-ins and reviews.

Delivery

End-to-End Delivery & Optimization

Final delivery with documentation, guidance, and ongoing support to ensure success.

FAQ

Questions and answers you might before, during and after projects. 

What's your typical project timeline?

Project timelines vary based on scope, but most projects range from 4-12 weeks. During our initial consultation, I'll provide a detailed timeline based on your specific needs.

Do you work with startups or only established companies?

I work with both! I've helped and collaborated with early-stage startups build their first product and established companies optimize existing experiences. Each brings unique challenges that I enjoy solving.

What's included in a UX audit?

A UX audit includes heuristic evaluation, competitive analysis, user flow analysis, and prioritized recommendations with estimated impact. You'll receive a detailed report and actionable next steps

Can you help with ongoing optimization after launch?

Absolutely! I offer retainer packages for continuous experimentation, optimization, and design support. This is ideal for teams looking to iterate and improve over time.

A few comments from managers, colleagues & clients

What others say

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"I had the opportunity to work alongside Maryam for four transformative years, during which she consistently demonstrated unparalleled expertise and leadership in the field of design. She is not only a highly skilled designer but also a visionary leader whose contributions have left a lasting impact."
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Saja Alkatib,

Lead Product Designer, Almosafer, Dubai

Availability & Rate

Limited spots available.

Max of 5 projects per month.

Minimum hourly rate of 40$

Limited monthly spots  ·  Working globally (remote)

Contact 

I typically respond within 24 hours. For urgent inquiries, feel free to reach out directly via email.

Based in Cape Town · SAST time zone 

Maryam Richards

If you’d like to collaborate, let’s start with a discovery call.

SAST time zone 

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