Seeking a logo design

$10 is NOT my final price, please read further if you are interested. I am looking for a logo to be created. I have some ideas, however, they are pretty basic and I need someone who can take my logo idea and create a unique, professional and classy logo. This logo must be original and not taken from the internet as I intent to trademark my logo. I have certain colors that I prefer, (deep purple, gold, silver, black) but I am not stuck to those colors. I am looking for a minimum of 2-3 solid design ideas. Then we can modify from that point. I would like to select from four designers and am willing to pay $10 for the time spent creating this very basic idea. This does not have to be fully designed or fleshed out. I already have a design idea to work with and will share that with the four designers I choose. From those designers, I will choose which designer to work with for my final logo. At that time, I will be willing to pay the remainder of your regular cost that we will agree to in advance of starting. In your offer include the word apples somewhere in the first two sentences, so I know you have read this message. I will not be replying or choosing any submission that does not have this word. Additionally, I will be happy to attribute your work on my website. I am willing to briefly discuss the project on a video call.