How do freelance graphic designers get paid?

Freelance Graphic Designers are not in-house employees. They negotiate the terms of their contracts for each client or project. Some Freelance Graphic Designers charge by the hour. There are tracking applications that you can use to prove the hours you work on each project. You can also negotiate a flat fee for a project with your client. You can invoice in stages during the project or collect a bulk payment when work is complete.