Web Design That
Works as Hard
as You Do.

Custom websites for small businesses. Fast, clean, built to convert. Based in Missoula, working everywhere.

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Missoula, Montana 406-381-8981

Your website is the first thing people see. Sometimes the only thing. It needs to load fast, look right on every screen, and tell your story without making anyone dig for it.

I build websites for small businesses, solo operators, and growing brands. Most of my clients are here in Missoula or somewhere else in Montana, but I work with people all over the country. The approach is always the same. Listen first. Understand the business. Then build something that actually fits.

No templates slapped together in an afternoon. No bloated page builders. Just clean, intentional design backed by real strategy.

Designer reviewing website wireframes at a desk with a laptop — web design process at John August Design, Missoula Montana

What a Web Design Project Includes

Strategy & Planning

Every project starts with a conversation. We talk through your business, your customers, what you want the site to do. I map out the site structure, write the copy direction, and plan the user flow before anything gets designed.

Custom Design

Your site gets designed from scratch around your brand. Colors, type, layout, photography direction. I work on Squarespace, Shopify, WordPress, and custom code. Everything is responsive. Everything loads fast.

On-Page SEO

Every page gets optimized before it goes live. Title tags, meta descriptions, heading hierarchy, image alt text, internal linking. I build the foundation so your site can actually be found.

Launch & Support

I handle the DNS, the SSL, the domain connection, the redirects. You get a walkthrough of how to manage your own content plus documentation. Maintenance plans are available if you want ongoing support.

How It Works

01

Free Consultation

We talk. You tell me about your business and what you need. I tell you honestly whether I can help and what it would cost. No pressure, no pitch.

02

Proposal & Scope

I send a written proposal with a clear scope, timeline, and price. Everything is spelled out. No surprises halfway through.

03

Design & Build

I design the site, build it out, write or refine the copy, and optimize every page for search. You get revision rounds along the way. This is collaborative, not a black box.

04

Launch

Once you sign off, I handle the technical launch. Domain, DNS, SSL, redirects, analytics setup. You get a site that works on day one.

Platforms I Work With

I pick the platform based on what your business needs, not what is easiest for me. Most small businesses and service providers land on Squarespace. E-commerce clients usually go Shopify. If you need something more custom, we build it.

Squarespace Platinum Partner — John August Design Squarespace
Shopify website designer — John August Design Shopify
WordPress website designer — John August Design WordPress
Wix website designer — John August Design Wix
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We recently hired John to design our website. The experience was smooth from start to finish. After our initial consultation and looking at examples of his work, I felt confident that working with him was the right choice. We are very pleased with the final product. John showed us everything we needed to update our website ourselves. I'd happily recommend John to any individuals or businesses looking for website design.

Erik Johnson Balance Point HVAC

Questions People Actually Ask

How much does a website cost?
Most projects start around $3,500 for a standard business site. E-commerce and more complex builds go up from there. Every project gets a custom quote based on what you actually need.
How long does a website take?
Typically 3 to 6 weeks from kickoff to launch. Depends on scope, content readiness, and how quickly we move through revisions. I give you a timeline in the proposal.
Do I need to have my content ready?
It helps, but it is not required. I can write or refine your copy as part of the project. Most clients come with some content and I help shape it into something that works for both people and search engines.
Will my site show up on Google?
Every site I build includes on-page SEO. That means proper title tags, meta descriptions, heading structure, image optimization, and internal linking. For businesses that want to compete seriously in local search, I offer ongoing SEO as a separate service.
Can I update the site myself after launch?
Yes. I build on platforms that are easy to manage. You get a walkthrough and documentation. If you would rather not deal with it, I offer maintenance plans too.

Ready to Build Something That Works?

Let's start with a free conversation about your business and what you need online. No pitch, no pressure. Just an honest look at where you are and where a better website could take you.

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