Website Design & Development

There are two key components to every website: the design and the development. A website has to look good and speak to the target audience, but it also has to work well and make sense to the user. Our design work is fresh, professional and inviting. Our development is smart, innovative and clean. What sets us apart from the competition is that we offer the full website package: custom design and expert development.

Every website we create is an original design that is coded by hand. A custom website is worth the investment because it guarantees you have complete control over the way a site looks and works. We design our sites with the latest web technologies and we follow strict best practices. We take the time to listen to our clients and then design and develop a custom solution to meet their needs. What sets our websites apart? Check out our portfolio for examples of our work.

Christine Galvin Design offers a custom Content Management System (CMS) to clients who want to update their own websites. Our CMS boasts an easy-to-use interface as well as real-time updating. Our CMS is a good choice for clients who require frequent updates. The upfront investment of a Content Management System can be an economic choice for clients who plan to change their website’s content often.

Web Applications

Web applications make tasks easier, increase productivity and help companies stand out from the competition. An online application can be anything that improves your business process. Custom web applications can facilitate data management, streamline internal processes, communicate with customers and ultimately save your company time and money.

Some of our web application projects were born from a simple idea. One client wanted to graph their data online. That project evolved into an enterprise-level application used to map, graph and manage landfill data around the country. Another client wanted to collect fan photos and create a mosaic out of the submissions. That project spawned two custom applications: one that helped customers upload, edit and submit an image and another that allowed them to find their photo in the completed mosaic.

The Christine Galvin Design team creates custom applications that allow you to take your productivity and your business to the next level. Some of our best custom web applications have come from seemingly impossible requests. If you have a problem, we can solve it.

Web Application Portfolio

Mobile

As smart phones and tablets increase in popularity the demand for good mobile sites is higher than ever. At Christine Galvin Design we know that mobile is important. Every website we build is tested for accessibility on popular mobile devices. We also offer a dedicated mobile site service that allows you to create a mobile site with a unique design and mobile-specific functionality. We expertly develop mobile sites with usability and practicality in mind. Mobile optimization increases your site traffic because it allows your target audience to access your site wherever and whenever.

What is a mobile site? A dedicated mobile site is a version of your browser-based website that is designed and developed specifically for mobile devices. When we create mobile sites we consider the look, functionality, content and the way a user will interact with the site. We make sure to present your customers with the most important information in a way that makes sense when they’re on the go.

iPhone/iPad Apps

iPhone and iPad apps open up new avenues for your customers and have the potential to generate additional income for your business. iOS is the world's most advanced mobile operating system that powers iPhones and iPads. A great iOS app feels natural and makes sense. We build apps that are intuitive so users benefit from an integrated experience. Your customers know how to use their phone - that means they already know how to use your app. Native apps developed on iOS are available in Apple's App Store.

The possibilities are endless when it comes to iOS apps. You can manage data, sell products, increase productivity and deliver a rich experience on your customer's phone. Camera integration and location services are just a few of the ways iOS allows you to interact with your target audience on a deeper level. iOS apps are great solutions for businesses who already have a strong online presence. iPhone and iPad apps don't always have to be based on a business or organization - some of the world's most successful apps were based off a unique idea!

Christine Galvin Design is a members of Apple's iOS Developer Program. This allows us to develop custom iPhone and iPad software, publish to the App Store and reach millions of users.

Copywriting

Powerful, search-engine friendly content is what gives your website a voice. Incorporating clear content in a website helps establish and reinforce your online presence. Clients and potential customers should feel captivated when they read your content. By engaging users with your words you can increase sales, raise awareness and create advocates for your brand.

Christine Galvin Design’s copywriting offerings range from brand discovery meetings to editing services. Our copywriting is tailored to the needs of each client. We can write the content for your entire website or we can tweak your current messaging to make it the best it can be. We can also create and recommend content for print materials and social media.

Public Relations

Public relations is all about relationships: creating relationships with potential customers, strengthening relationships with existing clients and using media relationships to create awareness and increase visibility.

At Christine Galvin Design our public relations services range from writing and pitching press releases to media training for executives and brand reputation monitoring. Our public relations services allow you to reach the people who matter most. Our services can also help establish and enrich your company’s brand. All of our public relations services include custom reports that track visibility and success.

A recent public relations client wanted help marketing her fitness e-book. We drafted a press release as well as a quick tips fact sheet and distributed the information to targeted media publications. Our efforts resulted in multiple local placements, as well as regional coverage through an in-depth interview and photo shoot.

Social Media

Social media is about engaging a target audience in a casual, conversational way. It works for small businesses and it works for national brands. That’s the beauty of social media: every company can benefit. We know that social media can seem daunting, so let us show you how to utilize it effectively for your company.

At Christine Galvin Design we offer a range of social media services from custom design and setup to monitoring and tracking. We craft measurable social media campaigns based on your goals and budget, and we report our results in a way that makes sense.

Christine Galvin Design also offers a Social Media Power Hour to help you get started in the world of social media. During the Power Hour you will be exposed to various social media options and learn which platform works best to reach your target audience. You will also receive tips and strategies to help you grow your social presence. The Social Media Power Hour is designed to help clients delve into the social sphere without overextending their resources. Power Hours are best suited for clients who are new to social media or who have a specific goal in mind.

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