DCN Services

DaUndaground Communications Network is committed to design excellence, and practical design application.  DCN services small to medium size businesses and  organizations, and independent artists and labels helping them develop a scaleable web presence that fits their present and future needs.

The costs incurred developing a complete full service e-commerce enabled web site can be astronomical.  But, not establishing a web presence now could mean an even greater cost to your company in the near future.  DCN will help you establish a web presence with unlimited growth in mind.

The information below will guide you to understanding the various elements and components of a web presence.  The entire process begins with a comprehensive consultation session that will determine what your business or organization will do in this new economy.

If you are interested in any of our services don't hesitate to contact us  at:

 sales@daundaground.com 

 

Web Site Design

Initial Consultation
Comp Designs
Development Phase
Maintenance
Marketing
DCN begins the web site design process with a detailed interview with you business or organization to determine what you presently do, and what you would like to do.  It is imperative to ask the right questions that could determine how much you will need to invest and more importantly how effective your web presence will be.

Once we determine what you want to accomplish with your web site or web presence, our team develops comps of the look and feel of your site for your approval.  Once you decide on the direction we will take, we build the site with detailed precision.  Once your site is up and running we can assist with maintenance and marketing.

Cost Considerations

Establishing the cost of a web site is a difficult process, because there are so many considerations and strategies.  The bullets below are benchmark starting points for the sites DCN specializes in, but all prices are subject to change and completely negotiable.

  • Average 5 to 10 page site range = $2,000 to $20,000

  • Flash Animations = $75.00 per hour

  • Graphic Design = $60.00 per hour

  • Audio/Video Production = $120 per hour

Banner Ads

Concepts
Size
Dimensions
Development
Animated Ads
Audio/Video
Marketing/
Consulting
Establishing an Internet presence doesn't necessarily mean you must have a huge web site.  A single page including what you do and your contact information combined with a strategic internet marketing campaign can enhance and increase your business substantially.

Banner ads provide a cost effective way to reach the exact people who want to purchase your products or services.  DCN's banner development strategy is to create banners that will not only present your business in a professional and creative manner, but we also keep in mind the sites they will be placed on.

Cost Considerations

All prices are subject to change and completely negotiable.

  • 4 Static Banners 468 x 60 (7.5kbs each) = $200

  • 4 Animated Banners = $450

  • 2 Static Banners w/ Audio Stream = $500

  • Animated Banners with Video Stream link = (starting at $1,000)

Logo Identity and Graphic Design

Creation/Design
Multiple Formatting
Animation
Non-Web Collateral
Scanning
Color Correction
Photography
Icons
Original Artwork
A first impression can mean everything when a potential customer encounters your business.  Your company's identity should represent the quality of your product and your personality.  Using clipart and templates for your business cards, letterhead, and internet imagery may seem cost effective, but watch out.

DCN can help you get started with a unique, creative and professional presence.  We'll help you develop an identity strategy that will allow your organizations identity to grow, and satisfy your personal tastes.

We start with the basics; what you have now, and what you would like.  Then we establish the framework for your organization's presence.  We can design or redesign your logo, then provide complete supplemental collateral necessary for all aspects of your business, web and non-web related.  This may include business cards, letterhead, marketing brochures, print adds, web images, animated images, and company templates.

An important aspect to any business or organization is how well it is presented to the public.  DCN takes graphic design seriously.  Our collective team has over 15 years of professional experience in the graphics industry.  We can help you understand all the considerations involved in your organizations graphic presentation.  DCN can help you in all areas of graphic design; scanning images, color correction, photography and original artwork.  Our goal is to take your ideas and cultivate them with our experience and knowledge and develop a product that meets your satisfaction.

Audio/Video and Animations

Audio Production
Video Production
Post-Production
Encoding
Streaming
Splash Page Animation
Animated Headers
Animated Logos
Flash Page Design
Presentations
One of the newest elements of Internet technology is the incorporation of audio and video.  The digital advancements in A/V have exploded in two (2) main areas; quality and cost of production.  What could cost 60 to 100 thousand dollars for video productions yesterday; today can cost $3,000.  There is now an amazing opportunity for small and medium size businesses to leap into the digital audio and video age.

DCN can produce audio and video commercials, and presentations.  But we don't stop there; we can also publish your audio/video program on-line within our own streaming network or another web site.  Let DCN explain and amaze you with the possibilities.  If you have a business or if you're an artist looking to gain a global presence, DCN has an audio/video solution for you.

Animation has been a part of the analog and digital experience for a long time.  Recent advancements in technology has catapulted the animation industry into a highly sought after skill set.

DCN can give your web an animated facelift with a flash splash page, animated headers, text and graphics.  We can develop traditional PowerPoint presentations or web based presentations using Macromedia's Flash.  We can even incorporate these presentations into your organizations web site, or intranet.