benjames

webdesign and development

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hi, i'm ben.
i build personalised websites.

what to expect

you talk through your brief

i listen to you and enjoy finding innovative solutions to express your ideas online.

clear communication

short calls along with frequent email updates to make sure you are happy.

remote

all communication done over the internet from the comfort of your home.

responsive, clean design

a unique design that looks good on any device.

easy-to-use

i prioritise ease of use and clear structure so no one has to waste their valuable time.

SEO friendly

i develop and design every website with search engine optimisation (SEO) in mind so you rank well on google listings.

backups

daily backups of your website so nothing gets lost.

me

who am i?

i am a qualified Webdesigner with a passion for illustration, learning languages, chess and photography.

i have successfully graduated at the OfG, a German institution for design, which has given me a thorough basis in HTML5, CSS, Javascript and Photoshop as well as in all aspects of contemporary design.

i have also built several websites whether it be completely from the code up or through a content management system like WordPress.

i like exploring imaginative ways of expressing your vision. 

the work process

briefing

we plan the process and
establish the goal.

design

moodboards and wireframes to match your vision.

development

i write the code and create something you’re happy with.

maintenance

then i host and maintain the website online.

past projects

Kid Carpet

the site was built with the aim being to present the client’s energetic and playful character and work in a professional, modern and clean style with a clear structure. have a look! – https://www.kidcarpet.co.uk/

Jonathan James music

this site took about 3 weeks to build. the client wanted to portray a professional but creative image online that accurately represented himself and his work.
have a look! – http://jonathanjamesmusic.co.uk

bristol pre-conservatoire

this site took around a month to build, from conceptualisation and wire-frame to final delivery. the client required a prestigious but simple lay-out with intuitive navigability. 
have a look! – http://bristol-preconservatoire.com

FAQ

around £1000 depending on complexity.

maintenance costs of £50 a month to keep the website up and running smoothly as well as optional monthly reports to make sure you know what’s going on.

with all content for the website at hand, around 1 month. It can vary depending on how frequently we can communicate.

so many things. ultimately it’s whether or not the visitor had a good experience and whether they found what they wanted on the site or not.

what can influence this is: a fast loading time, a memorable but uncomplicated design, information structured in an organised and clean way and a responsive design for mobile devices.

up-to-date web standards and good SEO are also important so the right target audience can actually find your website in the first place.

SEO stands for search engine optimisation. it is the key to getting organic traffic to your website over google or any other search engine.

a number of factors can influence the status of your website’s SEO. this can include how semantic and easily-readable the code is for search engines, loading time and the quality of your content.

it is the process of keeping your website up-to-date and running smooothly as well as performing optimally.

this can include content updates, making sure everything is aligned with the current web standards and even small redesigns to keep your online presence up-to-date.

it can be as simple as making sure the uptime of your website is healthy and doesn’t crash.

we can use a WordPress platform so you can easily access the text and update your material whenever you need. the site will still be designed from scratch, without templates or formula – just with an easy means of updating copy.

send me a message =)
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or just send me an email =)
benjameswebdesign@gmail.com

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