Web & Virtual Services

I don't claim to know everything about web design nor am I a tech geek. And even though I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, I am not a product of the dotcom days -- heck, I arrived in the middle of the dotcom bust.

However, I do enjoy building websites and offering virtual solutions for the small business owner, creative individual, or non-profit organization. Please view my portfolio here.

Some of my web services include, but are not limited to:

  • Design & development [View Portfolio]
  • Domain & host management
  • Consultation
  • Maintenance
  • Graphics production
  • Blog customization
  • Database integration
  • Content management & editing

What do you mean by virtual services?

This is the category of services that is not necessarily related to web design & development. It is virtual because I do everything remotely from my home.

These services include:

  • Database development & consultation
  • Data entry & maintenance
  • Word processing
  • Editing/proofing

Contact me to discuss how I can be of service to you.

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Skills Summary

Web and Graphic Design

  • Web roles include project manager, developer, content editor, writer, and producer
  • Expert at designing and maintaining websites
  • Proficient in creating graphics optimized for the web
  • Knowledge of web process, standards, and usability issues
  • Formal education in fine arts

Database Management and Development

  • Filemaker developer for Mac and PC platforms; full development cycle from analysis, design, production, testing, implementation, maintenance, and support
  • Understanding of database functionality with web based applications
  • Knowledge of database concepts and principles

Technical

  • Proficient in Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Photoshop, HTML, CSS, Microsoft Office Suite, Harvard Charts, PC and Mac Platforms
  • Familiarity with PHP, MySQL, Flash & Actionscript, Illustrator, Unix, FreeBSD

Work Style

  • Strong analytical skills, organized, keen attention to detail with focus on larger vision
  • Excellent listener and communicator
  • Customer service orientation

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Pricing & Rates

Because I provide a range of services, my rates will depend on the skills and time your project requires.

Below is a sampling of my rates for the following services:

  • Web design & development: $75 - $95 per hour
  • Database development: $75 - $95 per hour
  • Data entry, word processing: $65 - $75 per hour

For web projects, the following will assist in determining an estimate:

  • The size of your site
  • How much content needs to be written and/or edited
  • How many graphics I need to create or optimize for the web

A monthly maintenance plan is also available for those who wish to have:

  • Web site hosting
  • Content updating
  • A webmaster as part of their team

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Payments & Policies

I require a 50% deposit at the start of the project, and the remaining balance at the completion of the project. Please note that I cannot start on your site until I receive the signed contract and deposit. I accept payments by US check or major credit card through Google Checkout or Paypal.

Clients who would prefer to use Paypal can send a secure payment by clicking the button below:

 

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Contact / Request a Quote

Please use my contact form to request a quote.

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Last upadated 24 May 2008