Okay, let’s tackle this. So Sandra has a range of creative skills like graphic design, event planning, photography, and calligraphy. She’s based in Butler, PA, which is a smaller market. According to national averages, creative professionals in smaller markets tend to charge lower rates than those in major cities. A designer or event planner with her skills might average $25-$50 per hour in smaller markets. Considering Sandra’s education at the University of Pittsburgh, a reputable institution, I'll estimate her rate to be on the higher end of that range, around $45 per hour.