Freelance services
Below is the current services I currently offer. All websites I produce are standards based with accessibility in mind. I also provide sitemaps and submission to search engines as standard. Google analytics can also be added if required.
Web design
An attractive website design certainly helps to form the right perception for your business. Whether you require an brand new site or are looking to freshen up your current one, I can offer you a variety of options depending on your requirements.
Brochure site
A brochure site is an ideal way to get your business an online presence. You provide the content, and I design the site that best presents your products or services.
Content Management System (CMS)
If you need to update the content on your website regularly, then a CMS is the option for you. This will give you a secure administrative panel where you can log in and update your site.
Blog
A blog is a great way to communicate latest news and offers to your customers. With the ability for customers to leave comments about the topics you write, it can create a sense of community and customer loyalty. I can design blogs as stand alone websites or as part of a current site.
Web development
If your business requires more than just static pages or simple updates, you will need some bespoke development. I have experience developing a range of bespoke solutions -
- Online booking systems
- Price comparision sites
- Directory sites
- Touch screen software for sports stadiums
- Online training courses
- Online questionaires
- Estate agent listings
I would be happy to discuss any specific requirements your business needs regarding your online presence.
Ecommerce
eMarketer reports that online sales will break £94 billion in 2012, so no business can be complacent when it comes to ecommerce. If you have yet to get your shop online, or are struggling to understand why your current shop is not providing the return on investment you were hoping, please get in touch to find out how I can help.
I have experience in developing both brand new sites for start up businesses and redeveloping existing stores. Depending on both your business requirements and budget, I can offer a solution that meets both, either using existing open source software such as prestashop or magento, or create an entirely bespoke solution.
Mobile development
With many options to get your website on a mobile platform - responsive design, a mobile version of the site or a native app for iphone or android, I would be happy to discuss the right approach for your business.
Social integration
Having a social presence on the web is a must nowadays for any business. From a facebook page or twitter account, these are great ways to communicate with your customers. I can provide-
- Help setting up accounts
- Bespoke facebook pages
- Integrate social feeds onto your own website
Search Engine Optimisation
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is the process of improving the visibility of a website in search engines search results. There are many factors that are considered when a search engine ranks your site but these are be split into 2 main parts - on site and off site.
I design websites from the content out rather then shoe horning content into a design (which is usually detrimental to the success of the site), this ensures that the pages on your site will be optimised for all search engines.
With regards to off site SEO (building links to your site), this is not a service I directly offer. I would prefer to concentrate my skills on the actual design and building of websites, but I can recommend specialists in this area of online marketing that I have previously used myself. Please contact me for more details
Domain purchasing & hosting
I can offer domain purchasing & hosting as part of the project if required, I can also discuss the right domain name for your business in terms of search engine optimisation.
A little about me…
van Taylson is the portfolio site of Martyn Taylor, a 32 year old web developer, based in Preston, Lancashire. I am the online development manager at Skiddle.com, as well as a freelance web designer / developer. Read more about me…
I create stylish, dynamic and accessible websites and have worked with a varity of clients from individuals and small startup companies to large high-profile multi-national sites, more details and case studies of my projects can be found in my portfolio.
if you would like to discuss potential project ideas:
Email: hello@vantaylson.com
Tel: 07824 771 478
As all projects are different, I find the best way to get a competitive quote for your project is to fill in and send over this client brief.