Freelance graphic designers and creative studios invoice more professionally, access better payment terms, and protect their IP more effectively through a proper business entity.
UK Ltd for European clients; US LLC for North American or global clients.
24-48 hours.
Business account for project fees and retainer payments.
Send branded invoices through your design company.
A company limits your personal liability, looks more professional to brand and agency clients, and can be more tax-efficient as income grows. Most designers form a company once they are earning consistently and working with business clients rather than individuals.
By default, IP created by a director or employee as part of their role is owned by the company. Your contracts with clients should specify IP assignment terms. Consult a commercial lawyer if this is central to your business model.
Yes. Software subscriptions, hardware, and other business-related expenses are deductible through a company. The exact rules depend on your jurisdiction, consult an accountant.
Yes. Your company can engage freelance illustrators, developers, or copywriters as subcontractors. You invoice the client as the primary contractor and subcontract the work as needed.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling, from first document to final approval.
Set Up UK Ltd