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Design Project Brief Form Template

Start design projects right with a comprehensive brief that captures client vision, target audience, style preferences, and practical requirements.

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What is a Design Project Brief Form?

A design project brief form collects all information needed to begin a creative project. It captures the client's goals, audience, preferences, and constraints.

Thorough briefs prevent misunderstandings and reduce revisions. Understanding the "why" behind design requests leads to better creative solutions.

Style preferences, competitor references, and inspiration examples align designer and client vision before work begins.

Key Features

Project Scope

Type and deliverables needed

Brand Context

Audience and positioning

Style Direction

Aesthetic preferences

Color Guidance

Colors to use or avoid

References

Competitors and inspiration

Practical Details

Timeline and budget

Why Use This Template?

Aligned Expectations

Client and designer on same page

Fewer Revisions

Right direction from start

Better Work

Context enables creativity

Professional Process

Organized project kickoff

What's Included in This Template

Project Type

select

Logo, website, branding, print

Project Description

textarea

What needs to be created

Target Audience

textarea

Who the design is for

Competitors

textarea

Who to differentiate from

Style Preferences

checkbox

Modern, classic, bold, minimal

Colors

text

Colors to include or avoid

Timeline

select

When it's needed

Budget Range

select

Investment level

Inspiration

file

Example images/links

Perfect For

Design Agencies

Client project intake

Freelance Designers

New client onboarding

In-House Teams

Internal project requests

Print Shops

Custom design requests

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

How detailed should the brief be?

Enough to understand vision and constraints. Not so detailed it limits creativity. Balance direction with room for exploration.

Q

What if clients can't articulate preferences?

Multiple choice options help. Visual examples work better than words. Ask what they DON'T want. Style quizzes can help.

Q

Should I ask for competitor examples?

Yes - shows competitive landscape. Ask what they like AND dislike about competitors. Differentiation is key.

Q

How do I handle unrealistic timelines?

Collect their ideal timeline. Respond with realistic options. Explain what affects timeline. Offer rush options with fees.

Q

What budget ranges should I include?

Reflect your actual pricing. Ranges that correspond to service levels. Help clients self-select appropriate scope.

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