Transparent, Data-Driven
Rate Intelligence
Understanding how we collect, validate, and maintain accurate day-rate data for the creative production community
Where Our Data Comes From
We aggregate data from multiple trusted sources to ensure accuracy and market representativeness
Primary Sources
- Direct freelancer surveys and rate submissions
- Verified agency and production company rate cards
- Production company hiring and project data
Secondary Sources
- Industry recruitment platforms and job boards
- Professional networks and industry associations
Our Collection Process
A rigorous 5-step process ensures data quality and accuracy
Collection
Aggregate data from multiple trusted sources
Cleaning
Normalize and standardize formats
Validation
Remove outliers and anomalies
Analysis
Statistical verification
Updates
Weekly publishing
Experience Levels Explained
We segment rates by experience to give you the most relevant data for your career stage
Junior
Entry-level professionals learning the fundamentals and building their portfolio
Mid-Level
Experienced professionals working independently on standard projects
Senior
Expert professionals leading complex projects and mentoring teams
How We Calculate Rates
We use standard statistical measures to provide comprehensive rate insights
25th Percentile
Lower quartile - 25% of rates fall below this value. Good for budget-conscious planning.
Median (50th)
The middle value in the dataset. The most common rate you'll encounter in the market.
75th Percentile
Upper quartile - 75% of rates fall below this value. Premium rates for experienced talent.
Quality You Can Trust
Multiple validation layers ensure the data you see is accurate and up-to-date
Automated Validation
Real-time checks flag anomalies and outliers
Manual Review
Significant changes verified by data team
Source Verification
Regular audits of data source reliability
Community Feedback
Industry professionals help validate accuracy
Questions About Our Methodology?
We're committed to transparency and continuous improvement. Our data team is here to help.
Contact Our Data Team