about micah & upward media
Micah Choquette got his start developing the web in high school. In 2003, he graduated from a top design school with a degree in Multimedia, and has been offering his services freelance ever since.
1. Why do you freelance your work? Most of my projects are from small-businesses or non-profits, and hiring a freelancer is the absolute best choice for them. I thoroughly enjoy building a personal relationship with my clients, and they like the fact that when they need anything, they can contact me—not someone who they’ve never met and won’t understand their problem.
2. What principles do you adhere to when you begin a project? I want everything I do to reflect excellence—from the initial meeting to the contract all the way through the project to the final payment. I want my clients happy. Really. If their business grows, so does mine. I want them to believe that when they come to me, they’re getting quality and commitment.
3. What is your design philosophy? I’ve learned that keeping things simple design-wise often presents the most effective marketing. I’m learning that being true to my clients needs—and not just following the latest design trends—is ultimately the best path to follow for good design and ultimately a good project.
4. What do you do in your spare time? When I’m not working, I love to hang out with my wife, playing Counter-Strike or Half Life or watching a good flick. I’m quite a movie buff, and I’m a stickler for cool effects and John-Woo-type-actiony stuff.