Very good advice for such a young person. Your post makes clear that age != experience. To the OP, I think it depends strongly on your client whether you have

Very good advice for such a young person. Your post makes clear that age != experience. To the OP, I think it depends strongly on your client whether you have to have a big portfolio with big names in it or don't have to have a portfolio at all. My advice: Charge a little less (ahlatimer does this, too), but deliver quality and learn on the go as much as you can. I think every customer is looking for quality & honesty, so when you deliver, you will be able to charge a little more the next time. Good luck!