What I Can Do For You

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Web Management

Most websites don't fend for themselves. Somebody has to feed them, socialize them, and occassionaly discipline them. Many organizations and individuals don't need a full-time employee for their web site maintanence. They need somebody they can call on when they need it.

I provide just that service, and I'll probably do it better than you expect.

Rates are $40/hr for non-profits and $60/hr for all others

Web Development

So you want to build your very own web site? Then you need a developer. Not just any developer! You need somebody who understands your needs, the needs of your audience and the limitless potential of the internet.

That somebody just happens to be me. I'm fascinated —synergistically— by the potential of the internet and the potential of human beings. I build websites that are simple and powerful to use.

There is a cacophonous ramble of web developers out there, many willing to share their labors and secrets with the world. What this means for you is that I can build a dependible, flexible website out of solid, community built and tested blocks.

Rates are $40/hr for non-profits and $60/hr for all others

Technical Support

We all have computer troubles. It's nothing to be ashamed of. What we don't all have is dependable, friendly, and oft-times funny tech support. Well... my clients do because they call on me.

My areas of expertise include Macintosh and Windows operating systems, hardware installation and troubleshooting, home and small-office networking, custom PC building for office, video, audio, home entertainment and high end gaming, and general how-to. I'm incredibly patient and strive to make sure my clients know what I'm doing and how to avoid having the same problem twice.

Rates are $80/hr with 24-hour notice and $100/hr for like, right now.

Technical Consulting

Not sure what you need in this vast sea of electronic products and services? I think I can help you sort it all out. I'm a tech geek who keeps up with the latest things that go beep in the night and I know how to bargain hunt.

Rates are $40/hr for non-profits and $60/hr for all others

Audio Production

I run a small recording studio focusing on acoustic music and narration. I do all my own tracking, mixing, editing and mastering. If you need audio, I can help.

Have a listen here.

Rates are negotiable, based on the project.

Jazz Drums

If websites and techie doodads aren't your thing, I can still provide something: live music. I am a semi-professional jazz drummer available for recording and performing. I also manage a flexible jazz group available for private parties, events and venues of all kinds. When it comes to paying for music, you better sample the goods first.

Rates are negotiable, based on the project.

 

But... what does it cost?

A shiny brand new website generally costs between $400 and $1,000. That includes one year of domain name registration and hosting provided by ICDsoft at 50% off their consumer rates ($38/year as of 10/29/2008). Or click here for 30% off to grow your own.

Web site management for active organizations averages $200-500 a month, billed at the organization's convenience.

What don't my services cost? Your sanity. I speak your language, respond to your schedule and keep you in the loop. You always have access to all of the tools I do, including domain name management, host control panels, CMS administrator access, etc. If at any point you need to work with another developer it's a painless hand-off.