Most businesses I work with are good at what they do. The problem is their brand or website hasn't caught up with them yet.
Hi I'm Nate! I run an independent brand and web design studio based in Auckland, New Zealand. I started it because I believe a business can be genuinely excellent and still be overlooked. Design is what closes that gap. Not in a vague, aesthetic sense, but in a real, this-is-how-we-grow kind of way.
I work with small and medium businesses who are ready to take how they present themselves seriously. Brand strategy, brand identity, and website design that is built from genuine thinking, not templates.
Industries I work with:
Professional services, Architecture and interior design, Boutique lifestyle and home décor, Hospitality and food & beverage, Fitness and wellness, Fashion and apparel, Sport and community organisations.
What I do:
↳ Brand Strategy
A structured discovery and strategy workshop that gets to the foundation of your business before any creative work begins.
▪ Positioning and market differentiation
▪ Target audience and ICP development
▪ Competitor landscape analysis
▪ Brand messaging and communication framework
▪ Delivered as a complete brand strategy document your team can build from long after the project is done
↳ Brand Identity
Bespoke visual and verbal identity built from your strategy, not templates.
▪ Logo design, colour systems, typography systems, graphic systems, and iconography
▪ Brand voice and messaging framework
▪ Brand guidelines for consistent application across every touchpoint
▪ Collateral scoped to what you actually need — stationery, business cards, letterheads, signage, social media templates
↳ Website Design & Build
Custom website design and development in Framer, Squarespace, or Shopify depending on what the project calls for.
▪ Full responsiveness across all screen sizes
▪ Animations, interactions, and CMS configuration
▪ SEO fundamentals and copywriting (or structured copy guides if you prefer to write your own)
▪ Integrations including e-commerce, scoped to your specific needs
How I work:
One thing I'm proud of is when you work with my studio, you work with me. Not a team, not subcontractors. You have my full attention from our first convo to full delivery. I always start with a quick discovery call to get a real conversation going about where you're at and what you need.
If this sounds like you, reach out. Even just to talk through what you're working on.
Always happy to connect with good people doing interesting work
~ Nate
Squarespace
Brand Identity Design
Brand Strategy
Brand Design
Logo Design
Web Design
Framer
Shopify
Visual Identity
Affinity Designer
Brand Guidelines
Brand Research
Audience Research
Competitive Analysis
Brand Positioning
Karan K.
Auckland, New Zealand
$30/hr
4.7
78 jobs
PHP Expert | HubSpot Expert | CodeIgniter | WordPress | Laravel | Squarespace | HubSpot | React | Angular | Node.JS | Webflow | JavaScript | Flutter | Android | Mailchimp | Campaign Monitor | Canva | Facebook Campaign | Order Desk | Vinoshipper | Shareasale | Shopify
I am a highly skilled and experienced Web Developer and Designer on Upwork, dedicated to delivering top-notch solutions for your web development needs. With a robust background in a wide array of technologies and platforms, I am committed to helping you achieve your project goals with precision and efficiency.
Why Choose Me?
✔ Talented & Experienced Full Stack Developer
✔ Ambitious Problem Solver
✔ Excellent Team Worker
✔ Easy To Communicate - 24/7 Availability
My Expertise Includes:
- Web Development: PHP, WordPress, WooCommerce, Laravel, CodeIgniter, Squarespace, Angular, Webflow
- Front-End Development: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, AJAX, React
- Custom Solutions: Custom coding, Module/Functionality Development
- Integrations: Mailchimp Integration, Payment Gateway & Third-Party API Integrations
- E-Commerce Development: Custom E-commerce Website Development from Scratch using Shopify, Woocommerce, Squarespace Commerce and etc.
- Responsive Design: HTML5, CSS3, Landing Pages, Advanced Photoshop, Adobe Skills
- Maintenance & Support: Debugging and Troubleshooting, Ongoing Maintenance, Support, Improvement
- CRM Management: HubSpot CRM Maintenance
- Server & DNS Management: Server Configuration, DNS Management
- Email Campaigns: Setup using Campaign Monitor or Mailchimp
- Web Design: Creating Attractive Web Pages with Webflow
- API Integration: Seamless Integration of APIs
- Squarespace Site Multilingual
- Universal Search Filter setup on Squarespace
Technical Skills:
- Front-End Technologies: Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS, Dart, React.js, Next.js, NGRX, RXJS, Flutter
- Back-End Technologies: PHP, Node.js, CodeIgniter
- CMS & Platforms: WordPress, Squarespace, Webflow, Shopify
What I Offer:
✅ On-Time Delivery: Meeting deadlines with precise outcomes.
✅ Honesty & Dedication: Reliable and committed to your project's success.
✅ Excellent Communication: Clear, concise, and effective communication throughout the project.
✅ Expert Guidance: Full explanation and suggestions to improve project results.
✅ Friendly & Professional: Approachable with a positive attitude.
✅ Attention to Detail: Keen eye on requirements to ensure quality.
Let's Build Something Great Together!
If you are looking to build long-term relationships with a dependable developer who values quality, communication, and deadlines, I am here to help. I strive for clean, testable code and appreciate feedback at any time.
I am dedicated to making your dream app a reality on any device. Let's connect and discuss how I can contribute to your project's success.
Looking forward to a long-term relationship with you!
Thanks
Karan
Squarespace
WordPress
Webflow
PHP
Laravel
API Integration
Node.js
CodeIgniter
Shopify
Web Design
HubSpot
Web Hosting
Flutter
Adobe Photoshop
React
Kade S.
Auckland, New Zealand
$80/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Need a website that feels effortless to navigate and looks sharp from every angle? That is where I come in.
I design custom Squarespace websites with a focus on clarity, structure, and flow. Whether you are after a single landing page or a fully built multi page site, I take your content and shape it into something that is easy to follow and aligned with your goals.
What you can expect:
• A site that is simple to manage and built to last
• Clear layout and mobile friendly design
• A smooth, guided process from start to finish
• Full handover so you stay in control. If that is not your thing, I also offer ongoing website management
• Thirty days of post launch email and messaging support
My work is clean, considered, and designed to leave a lasting impression. I have delivered successful projects across Australia and New Zealand and I am now looking to partner with clients internationally as well.
If you are after a website that is well structured, professional, and easy to manage, let’s talk.
Squarespace
Web Design
CSS
Website Optimization
Brand Identity
Canva
Domain Migration
Email Campaign
Website Redesign
Project Management
Creative Direction
Sophia R.
Wellington, New Zealand
$70/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Software Product Development Leader with hands-on dev, product & growth skillsets, I’m laser focused on moving the needle for businesses.
Ex-founder of fintech startup Sugar Wallet - led the team to build an app with over $1 million NZD funds under management in 6 months. Currently scaling Australian AgTech, Check Please, as a fractional technical and product lead.
I can:
- Write code across the stack
- Build quick, lean prototypes using AI and no/low code tools
- Consult or lead product strategy
- Plan roadmaps and/or epics and sprints
- Write clear, detailed technical and product documentation for internal or external development teams
- Lead Agile planning, prioritisation or retro meetings
- Consult or lead hiring internal or external developers
- Craft pitches or grant applications for startups
Documentation stack:
- Notion, Confluence, Google Docs/Sheets
- Mermaid.live, Lucidchart, dbdiagram.io with Cursor
- For fast formatting & layout: Gemini Canvas or Cursor
Prototyping stack:
- Figma with Uizard/Relume
- Figma to Replit
- Figma to Cursor + Next.js
Dev stack:
- React Native for mobile
- Next.js with Typescript, Tailwind for web
- Python/C# .NET/Node.js
- Heroku/AWS/Google Cloud
I love low-code tools where appropriate for business automations and/or prototypes: Modal, Zapier, n8n, Google Apps Scripts, Google AppSheets
I'm comfortable using: Salesforce, Dialpad, Google Maps apis, Auth0, Akahu (NZ fintech apis), Excel/VBA
React
CSS
C#
Product Analytics
Continuous Delivery
.NET Core
Engineering & Architecture
Product Discovery
Product Backlog
Product Roadmap
Roxinne R.
Hamilton, New Zealand
$30/hr
5.0
4 jobs
Available for quick website fixes within 24 hours.
I help business owners and agencies fix, improve, redesign, and maintain Wordpress websites using Divi and Elementor, so your site looks polished, professional, and works properly across desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Common issues I help with:
✅ Mobile and responsive layout problems
✅ Spacing, alignment, and design inconsistencies
✅ Adding or updating content on existing pages
✅ Cleaning up pages built by someone else
✅ CSS fixes and visual adjustments
✅ Improving outdated or inconsistent pages
✅ Website updates and ongoing support
✅ Divi and Elementor redesigns and new builds
You don't need to figure out what's wrong. I work directly inside your existing website, identify the issue, and make the necessary changes without disrupting what already works.
My goal is simple: a website that looks polished, works properly, and represents your business professionally.
Web Design
Website
WordPress
Divi
Elementor
CSS
Website Builder
Website Redesign
Website Maintenance
James Ian R.
Auckland, New Zealand
$60/hr
5.0
11 jobs
Kia ora — I’m James, a all in one Webflow developer and designer, based in Auckland NZ.
Most of my clients aren’t tech people. They’ve got a business to run, and they need someone to handle the tech part. I take care of the full process branding, strategy, design, development, maintenance.
I’ve worked with orgs like The NZ Music Commission, Te Pūkenga, Paysauce, Kiwivelo, and a bunch of local businesses.
Qualifications:
🥇 Software Engineering with Honours
🥇 Certified Webflow Expert
🥇 Certified Webflow Partner
🥇 Webflow Template Store Creator
Squarespace
Webflow
Figma to Webflow Plugin
Figma
Next.js
Google Sheets
CMS Development
Shopify
Branding
WordPress
Wix
CSS
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