Silver Maple Studio

Web Design Process

1. Free Consultation
   
   We will meet you in person or over the phone to talk to you the customer. We will ask questions to get information on what you want in your website, and what you want your website to do for you.
   
   
2. Contract Signing
   
   Statement of work contract is signed, and 1/3rd payment is due
   
   
3. Website Content
   
   You the customer will provide the website content in digital or hand-written format. The preferred digital format is Microsoft Word, Notepad, or Email (please ask about other digital text formats). The content for each page should be given, as well as, any tag lines (catch phrases).
   
   Also at this stage, we will help you find and purchase a domain name if you don’t have one already) as well as, setup a hosting account for you.
   
   
4. Website Layout/Graphic’s Design
   
   We will then begin the process of designing the visual representation of the website layout. This includes, picture editing, logo design, setting up a design prototype, and creating any custom buttons, drawings, or artwork.
   
5. Accepted Design Prototype
   
   Once, the design prototype is complete, and the graphic design work is done, you the customer will look over the design prototype and provide feedback of any changes.
   
   A design agreement is then signed and the 2nd payment of 1/3rd is due.
   
   
6. Complete Design Work
   
   The website is developed based on the design prototype and the content and graphics are placed accordingly.
   
   
7. Prepare Website for Search Engine Optimization
   
   Then your website will be prepared for Search Engine Optimization (SEO). We use all natural technique to help get your website a higher ranking. This does not guarantee a high ranking for your site, but if the SEO rules are followed correctly then more than likely you will have a high ranking for your site.
   
   
8. Final Website Reviewed
   
   The final website is then reviewed by you, and upon receiving the last payment of 1/3rd, the website will be published.
   
   
9. Website Published
   
   The website will be uploaded and published and any tweaks or minor adjustments will then be made.
   
   
10. Website Submitted to Search Engines
    
    Finally, the website is submitted to the major search engines (Google, Yahoo, and Bing).
    
    * Note all customers who have email will receive a complementary email that you can forward to friends and family about the grand opening of your new website.