Custom Portfolio Website to Showcase Your Best Work

Hilmi Hidayat

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About this service

Summary

Move beyond generic templates with a professionally custom-coded portfolio website. I build fast, unique, and beautiful sites designed to make your work unforgettable, while a simple Content Management System (CMS) gives you the power to easily update your projects anytime.

Process

My approach is collaborative and tailored to translate your unique brand and creative work into a beautiful, high-performing website. Here is our step-by-step journey:

Step 1: Discovery & Brand Alignment

We start with a conversation all about you. We'll dive into your personal brand, your unique style, the story behind your work, and the audience you want to reach (be it clients, recruiters, or collaborators). The goal is to create a clear vision for a website that is a true and authentic reflection of you.

Step 2: Design Direction & Content Strategy

Based on our discovery session, I will create a visual direction, sitemap, and layout concept for your website. We'll strategically plan how to structure and present your projects to create the most impact on your visitors. This is the blueprinting phase where we design the user experience that will make your work shine.

Step 3: Custom Development & CMS Integration

This is where I bring the design to life with clean, custom code. I'll build your responsive website from the ground up and integrate a powerful yet simple Content Management System (CMS). This custom CMS is tailored specifically for you, making it incredibly easy to add, edit, and organize your portfolio projects without any technical hassle.

Step 4: Content Population & Final Review

Once the website's structure is built, I'll guide you in populating it with your best projects and content using your new, easy-to-use CMS. We will then conduct a thorough review together to make any final tweaks to the layout and ensure every detail looks and feels perfect before we go live.

Step 5: Launch, SEO & Performance Tuning

Time to launch! I will handle the entire launch process, deploying your new website to your domain. In this final stage, I'll also perform performance optimizations to ensure it loads quickly and implement the foundational on-page SEO (titles, descriptions, etc.) to help you get discovered.

Step 6: Training & Handover

To ensure you feel completely in control, I'll provide a personal, one-on-one training session to walk you through your new CMS. You'll receive all necessary credentials and documentation, leaving you confident and fully equipped to manage your stunning new portfolio website.

FAQs

Will I be able to update my portfolio myself later on?
Absolutely! This is one of the most important parts of the service. You will get access to a simple, custom-built CMS (Content Management System) made just for you. Adding new projects, changing images, or editing text will be as easy as filling out a form, no technical skills required.
What do I need to prepare before we get started?
To begin, the most important thing is your portfolio content (the best work you want to showcase). It's also helpful to have your 'About Me' text, contact information, and—if you have them—your logo and any existing brand guidelines (colors, fonts).
What if I have no ideas for the design?
That's perfectly fine. Our process will begin with a discovery session to understand your personal style and brand. Based on our conversation, I will create a few visual direction concepts and mood boards to serve as a starting point for us to build upon together.
How long will it take to create the portfolio website?
Typically, a custom portfolio website takes about 3-5 weeks from our initial consultation to launch. This timeline can vary depending on the complexity of the design and how quickly your content is ready to go.
Will my website show up on Google?
Yes. This service includes a foundational on-page SEO setup (page titles, meta descriptions, image tags) to help Google understand and index your website. This provides a solid foundation to make your portfolio more discoverable to potential clients and recruiters.
Will my portfolio look good on a smartphone?
Absolutely. Every website I build is fully responsive. This means its layout will automatically adapt to look and function perfectly on all screen sizes, from large desktops and tablets to smartphones.

What's included

A Live & Responsive Portfolio Website
You will receive a fully functional and publicly accessible portfolio website, hosted and live. Its design will be completely responsive, ensuring your work is displayed perfectly on all devices, from large desktop screens to smartphones.
Unique & Custom Visual Design
This is not a template. I will create a unique layout and design tailored specifically to highlight your personal brand and showcase your work in the most compelling way possible, ensuring you stand out from the crowd.
Easy-to-Use Project CMS (Content Management System)
You will get access to a simple and intuitive admin dashboard. This allows you to easily add, edit, or delete projects, images, and text on your portfolio completely on your own, with no technical skills required.
Basic On-Page SEO Setup
I will optimize your website for search engines, including setting up proper page titles, meta descriptions, and image alt-tags. This foundational SEO helps potential clients and recruiters discover your portfolio more easily on Google.
Performance & Speed Optimization
Your portfolio will be optimized for fast loading speeds. A quick and smooth user experience provides a professional and positive first impression, which is crucial when showcasing your work.
Google Analytics Integration
I will integrate your website with Google Analytics. This allows you to track your visitors, see which projects are most popular, and gain valuable insights about your audience.
Full Source Code Access
You will have complete ownership of your website's entire source code. This is your digital asset, delivered via a private Git repository for your records.
Training Session & Post-Launch Support
I will provide a short, one-on-one training session to guide you on how to use your new CMS. Additionally, you receive a 14-day complimentary support window to fix any technical bugs or issues after the website goes live.