Artist and Designer Profile Pages in Greece - Websta

What to include in your profile

Your Websta profile page acts as your portfolio and contact point combined. Unlike social media, it keeps all your professional information in one searchable location where people in Greece looking for artists and designers can find you by service type and location.

Start with a clear photo of yourself or your logo. Add a short description of what you do - this matters because people search by service name, so mentioning your specific skills (illustration, branding, UI design, lettering, 3D modelling, etc.) helps clients find you.

The core of your profile is your portfolio. Upload photos of completed work - finished designs, illustrations, branding projects, or whatever you deliver. Include enough examples to show your range and style. If you work with confidential clients, you can use anonymised samples or describe the project without showing the client name.

Add a services section listing the specific work you offer. For example: logo design, social media graphics, website design, illustration commissions, art direction, or concept sketches. Keep service titles clear and direct so they match what clients actually search for.

Use the booking or quote request system based on how you prefer to work. If you charge by project and need to discuss scope first, use quote requests. If you offer standard services at set prices - for example, logo concepts at a fixed rate - use online booking.

Languages and reaching clients in Greece

Publish your profile in Greek and English. Greek reaches local clients in your area and the rest of Greece. English attracts international clients and Greek clients who prefer English, which is common in the design and creative sector in Greece.

People in Greece search for artists and designers on Websta by service type and location. They look for terms like 'graphic designer Athens', 'illustration Thessaloniki', or 'logo design near me'. Your profile title, service descriptions, and location all affect whether you appear in these searches. Make sure your town or area is listed accurately.

If you work remotely or travel between cities, mention this in your profile. Many Greek creative professionals work with clients across the country or internationally, and clients want to know whether they can work with you by email and file transfer or if they need to meet in person.

How payment works

When a client books or pays through Websta, the payment goes through Stripe to your own bank account. You choose your prices - Websta takes no cut of what you charge. Make sure you have a bank account set up for this before you start taking payments.

Keep payment records for tax purposes. Any income from Websta bookings counts as business income.

Working as an independent designer in Greece

If you work as a sole trader or freelancer in Greece, check with your local tax office (Δ.O.Υ. - Δημοτική Ουσία Ύπηρεσία) about registration and tax obligations. The requirements depend on your income level, business structure, and whether you are registered as self-employed or operating a micro-business. Rules change, so confirm the current status with your local office.

Keep records of your invoices, payments received, and business expenses. This is required for tax reporting and helps you track what's working.

Professional liability or portfolio insurance may be worth checking into if you handle client confidential work or large projects, though requirements vary.

What to do in the first hour

Write a clear description of your main service or services. Say what kind of design or art you do and who you typically work with - for example, 'I create book illustrations and character designs for publishers and indie authors' or 'Logo and branding design for small businesses and startups'.

List at least 4-6 portfolio pieces. These don't all need to be finished commercial work - university projects, personal work, and self-initiated pieces show your skill and style.

Choose your location or locations. Pick the town or region where you are based or where you want to accept clients. You can add more locations later if you work in multiple cities.

Decide whether you want to offer online booking for fixed-price services or quote requests for custom work. If you book commissions, set your turnaround time and what the client will get (for example: 2 concepts and 2 rounds of revision).

Write service titles that people actually search for. 'Logo Design', 'Social Media Graphics', 'Website Design', and 'Illustration' are the kinds of terms clients use. Avoid vague descriptions like 'Creative Services'.

The marketplace for design tasks

Websta also has a marketplace where clients post tasks - for example, 'I need a logo design for my café' or 'Looking for someone to design social media templates for my salon' - and artists and designers nearby can make offers. This is another way clients find you beyond browsing profiles. You do not have to participate in the marketplace if you prefer profile-based inquiries only.

If you do use the marketplace, you can offer your terms for the specific task posted, and the client chooses which provider they want to work with.