On-Demand Digital Asset Creation Service

A service that connects clients with freelance designers to create bespoke digital assets, such as icons, templates, and illustrations, on a project basis.

Commission-based revenue model, taking a percentage of each transaction.

Problem Solved

Businesses often need unique digital assets but struggle to find high-quality, custom designs through existing platforms filled with generic options. Current marketplaces tend to focus on volume, leading to lower quality and less personalized design work.

Skills Required

Project management, knowledge of design principles, freelance platform operation, and marketing skills.

Why this works now

Freelance platforms like Upwork and Fiverr have made it easier for businesses to access a diverse pool of design talent. A potential first-revenue move is to engage with design-focused communities on platforms like Dribbble, where businesses can find and connect with designers for projects. However, the dependency on these freelance platforms can pose a risk, as changes in their policies or fee structures could impact profit margins and service viability.

Where this idea came from

Podcast: Startup Ideas Podcast

Episode: The Science Behind VIRAL Products feat. Soren Iverson

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