INVESTMENT

WHY SQUARESPACE?

It is very user-friendly. The back end of the site is very easy to navigate which means you can make future updates without calling on your developer.  I feel confident handing a site over to clients to maintain on their own.

It is design driven with a variety of themes that can be adjusted to your needs with the ability to be customized to your brand’s style.

It is performance focused. Each website is fully responsive and comes with built-in analytics (you can also connect to Google Analytics). Unlike other platforms, you’ll never have to update software, plugins, widgets, or worry about security issues.

Pricing does not include Squarespace hosting fees. To see those pricing plans, click here.

All projects require 50% up front to hold your spot in my schedule. The remaining balance is due at the completion of the project.

Here’s what’s included:

• Google Search Console setup + very basic SEO – Site description, page descriptions, page titles, image alt tags and Google Search Console setup to make your site Google-friendly. Please see note below in regards to SEO.

• Google Analytics setup – helps you understand important information like what places people are visiting from, what channels people are using to land on your site and which pages are performing best

• 20% off hosting your first year – perks of being a Squarespace Circle Member!

• Domain setup or connection – from a third party such as GoDaddy, Blue Host, Network Solutions and more

• Responsive design – website will look great on computers, iPads and phones

• Free SSL certificate – for website security

• Built-in sitemap – to make it easier for Google to crawl your website

• Squarespace Analytics

• Custom code – to further customize your site if necessary (CSS, HTML, Javascript)

• Email Setup – Professional GSuite Email Address (Google charges $72/year per email)

• Sync Email Newsletter service – I can connect your email marketing account so people can sign up directly on the site

what is not included:

SEO: I work to make websites “Google Friendly” by adding title tags, page descriptions, image alt tags and running the site through Google Search Console. While I set you up with the basics, I can not promise rankings and do not do any keyword research. If you want to see results then you'll need a strategy to rank and an expert to navigate the complex system of SEO.

Writing: Trust me when I say, you do not what me to write your website copy. I do know some great copywriters if you need recommendations.

Photography: If you don’t have any photos or if the ones you have are poor quality, I highly recommend hiring a photographer and can help you find one. If that’s not in your budget, I can guide you to appropriate stock images or graphics instead.

Hourly design: $150

We will start by figuring out the scope of work and quote an estimate based on my hourly rate of $150/hour. Here are some of the ways you may consider spreading your brand’s message further: posters, postcards, advertisements, flyers, promotional items, signage, letterheads, etc.

Payment Information

All projects require a 50% design payment prior to beginning design. The remaining 50% will be expected at the completion of the project. You can either pay online with credit card, bank transfer or mail a check. If you know you have a lot of design work needed we can discuss a monthly retainer as well. Let me know and we will cater a plan to your needs.

Are you all in on taking your business to the next level? Let’s get started.