Sure, you can get the "computer wiz" nextdoor to do it for next to nothing or use "Easy Build Your Own Site" software to do it yourself. This is not your best business choice.

• Commitment - I am here full time, this is what I do for a living.
• Experience - I've been building website since 1996
• Expertise - I spend a lot of time and money making sure I keep up with the technology and the software
• Investment - My largest business expenses are in ensureing that I have the latest hardware and software
• Maintenance Agreements
  • Updating - A monthly retainer ensures that you have time set aside for updates to your website
  • Reporting - Traffic reporting in both number and graphic form
  • Analysis - Traffic pattern analysis over time to determine the best way to make changes that will increase traffic
  • Search Engine Optimization - ongoing changes to give your website the best visibility
• Site Monitoring - I use software analysis of the website monthly to ensure that the site is operating properly
• Spam & Hackers - this may be the most important. I monitor the site for malicious activity and take swift action to contain the damage
• Your website is a reflection of your business. Your customers will judge you before they even see you based on your site.

What Can I Do for You?

• Design your printed literature and have it delivered to your door


• Design or re-design your website


• Search engine optimization of your website for increased traffic


• Monthly reports on the status of your website traffic


• Photograph your products for use in print or the web


• Mailing using your list or a highly targeted purchased list


• Email advertising campaigns


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Expertise

• Print design: Just about anything that can be printed, I have designed. From business cards to packaging to 10' x 10' trade show booths. I've been doing paid graphic design since 1987.


• Web site development: I have designed website for many industries including automotive, industrial, retail, commercial, and clubs. I've been creating paid websites since 2001. I received my CIW (Certified Internet Webmasters) Master Web Designer in July 2002.


• Photography: I am primarily a product photographer specializing in hard to photograph objects such as black or shiny products. Using special techniques and studio equipment, I can better capture the details on these hard to photograph products.


• Please view my portfolio for specific examples, please call me for access


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Important Website Concepts

There are several key aspects of every website that can make or break it. Some of these are:

• Easy "can't get lost" navigation


• Low click count to reach your destination


• Small 'bit sized' pages for fast downloads


• Lots of relevant pictures for visual appeal


• Bullets vs. paragraphs for easier reading


• Hiding email address from the spam spiders


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There are other concepts that should apply to your website but if you give me a call, I will take care of the rest.

Rates

• Printed literature is flat rate quote with two revisions included


• Web design is flat rate quote with two revisions included. My pricing is setup for a low setup fee and monthly fees for maintenance and reporting.


• Creative work is difficult to price before it is done. Hourly rates are comparable to or below the current graphic designer rates for this area.


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