heh it all depends upon what the client is looking for

will it be plain html? or does he want any backend scripting (php etc). Is there databasing needs? will you have to develop the graphics?

Will you have to develop complete site or just a template design where he can fill in the content?

A template normally goes for $400 (for a custom template) of about 2 pages

but if your developing the backend and graphics that figure should be increased. If he wants you to do the wholes site then some people charge the initial template fee plus per page charges. Or you can bill for development time.

Its really all down to development time and complexity of project.

But bear in mind this is your first job - dont go charging too much. Instead I would be inclined to do it as a loss leader. CHarge a lower price than normal and make sure you do a good job. You can then place it in your portfolio and get a good recemondation. As you dont charge much it should help bring in more clients so you can start raising prices.

A model site I would be tempted to charge in your situation :::

Index page (including graphics) $150
Profile page template $50
Filling contents for each profile $10 per page

Any additional backend scripting I would charge for development time rather by what is done as a seamingly small piece of code can take ages to get just right

that should make you enough for some extra cash but ensure you get praised highly bringing in more clients

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