Hire An Experienced UI/UX Design Professional

Josh Markus is the owner of Inbound Design Partners — a web design and development agency specializing in HubSpot websites, SEO strategy, and AI-powered optimization. He helps businesses transform their sites into revenue-generating assets through clean design, technical expertise, and smart use of HubSpot, search visibility, and AI tools.

 

Services

• HubSpot website design and development
• SEO strategy and technical optimization
• AI-powered website and content optimization
• Conversion rate optimization

 

 

Josh takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

A strong fit for businesses running HubSpot that want their website working harder — available alongside other web design and development experts on Gyde.

Todd Lininger is a brand strategist and creative director with deep experience helping businesses clarify their identity and build design systems that perform across every touchpoint — digital, print, and environmental.

 

What He Does

Todd works with companies at inflection points — rebrands, launches, and identity overhauls — bringing strategic clarity and creative precision to organizations that need both. His work spans brand strategy, visual identity, web design, and marketing systems.

 

Services

• Brand strategy and positioning
• Visual identity and design systems
• Web design and digital presence
• Marketing design and collateral

 

 

Todd approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for companies investing in brand identity and creative direction as a foundation for growth.

Steven Design Co is led by an award-winning creative director with 15+ years transforming major publishing brands across print and digital media — with deep expertise in magazine design, editorial layouts, and digital publishing platforms, combined with modern UX/UI and front-end development skills.

 

Background

Previously VP of Design at leading publishing companies, leading print-to-digital transformations and multi-title redesigns. Recipient of multiple Jesse H. Neal Awards for editorial design excellence — with a proven track record creating compelling print publications while building cohesive digital experiences.

 

Services

• Magazine and editorial design
• Print-to-digital transformation
• UX/UI design and front-end development
• Brand and publishing identity design

 

 

Steven takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for media and publishing brands investing in editorial design and digital publishing at a high standard.

I'm Michelle Tortorello, a marketing strategist and creative director with deep experience helping brands grow through integrated campaigns, content strategy, and brand development that actually resonates with the right audience.

 

What I Do

I work at the intersection of strategy and storytelling — helping businesses clarify their message, build their brand, and execute campaigns that drive measurable results. Whether it's a brand refresh, a content strategy overhaul, or a full campaign launch, I bring both creative vision and operational discipline to the process.

 

Services

• Brand strategy and messaging
• Integrated marketing campaigns
• Content strategy and editorial planning
• Creative direction and production oversight

 

 

Good web design is invisible — users don't notice it because it works exactly the way they expect it to. That's the standard I hold my work to. I build websites and digital experiences that feel natural to navigate, communicate clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take the action you want them to take.

 

I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that need marketing strategy and creative direction that goes beyond surface-level execution.

I'm Tyler Renfro, founder of Modular Design — a boutique UX consultancy that partners with business executives, product leaders, and enterprise teams to elevate their digital platforms through user-centered design.

 

What I Do

I bridge the gap between business objectives and user needs — combining industry expertise with human-centered design principles to deliver UX solutions that are intuitive, impactful, and scalable. My work spans UX strategy, digital product design, and enterprise user experience consulting.

 

Services

• UX strategy and enterprise UX consulting
• Digital product design
• User research and usability testing
• Design systems and scalable UX frameworks

 

 

Good web design is invisible — users don't notice it because it works exactly the way they expect it to. That's the standard I hold my work to. I build websites and digital experiences that feel natural to navigate, communicate clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take the action you want them to take.

 

I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for product and enterprise teams looking for a UX strategist and digital product designer who operates at the intersection of business and user experience.

A Girl Creative Design Studio is a full-service creative agency offering brand identity, web design, and marketing design — helping businesses of all sizes build a visual presence that attracts the right audience and communicates their value with confidence.

 

Services

• Brand identity and logo design
• Web design and digital presence
• Marketing design and creative campaigns

 

 

A approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for businesses that want a dedicated creative design studio in their corner.

I'm Murtaza Rajkotwala, a Chicago-based full stack WordPress, Shopify, and PHP developer with 15+ years of experience building websites that are as visually strong as they are technically sound. My background in graphic design gives every project a visual edge that pure developers often miss.

 

What I Do

I work with startups and established brands to build, redesign, and optimize websites that truly represent their identity. Whether it's a custom WordPress theme, a Shopify store, or a complex PHP application, I focus on delivering work that performs — not just looks good.

 

Services

• Custom WordPress theme design and development
• Shopify store development and optimization
• PHP web application development
• Graphic design and visual identity
• Website performance and scalability

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

A strong fit for clients who need a developer with real design sensibility — available for web design and development projects in Chicago and remotely.

Aesthete Haus is a brand design studio that goes beyond aesthetics — creating brand experiences that captivate, leave lasting impressions, and build connections that endure long after first contact.

 

What We Do

We craft brands, products, and services that leave a powerful imprint through comprehensive brand strategy, identity design, and experience design — working with clients across tech, fashion, and consulting to build standout brands and memorable experiences.

 

 

Aesthete approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that want brand identity and experience design built around resonance, not just recognition.

I’ve spent the last 15+ years helping brands find their voice, define their look, and connect with people meaningfully. My work spans creative direction, brand identity, and strategic planning, and I’ve worn many hats along the way. Whether leading as a Creative Director or working behind the scenes on brand strategy, I love building things that feel intentional, inspiring, and real.

As the owner of my design business, I’ve taken projects from big ideas to final execution, balancing creativity with clear strategy. I’ve built campaigns, developed brand systems, and designed everything from websites to content experiences, always aiming to create work that not only looks good but truly works.

My background blends graphic design, UX, web, and content development, but storytelling is at the heart of it all. I enjoy helping brands stand out, grow, and resonate with their audiences. I’ve also had the chance to lead teams, launch startups, and explore new ways to bring creative ideas to life.

At wils design, our focus is simple: create with purpose, keep it original, and build lasting relationships. That mindset has helped us produce work that feels fresh and personal—every time.

If you’re looking for a creative partner who’s hands-on, thoughtful, and always up for a challenge, I’d love to talk.

Hexagon Creative is an award-winning digital agency delivering web design, digital marketing, SEO, graphic design, WordPress development, and brand evolution for ambitious businesses — coast to coast.

 

What We Do

We orchestrate digital presence across disciplines — from brand identity and web design through to SEO strategy and ongoing digital marketing. Our work has propelled us to collaborate with well-known names across industries, and our ethos is built on creativity, craft, and delivering work that genuinely moves businesses forward.

 

Services

• Web design and WordPress development
• SEO and digital marketing
• Graphic design and brand identity
• Brand evolution and creative strategy

 

 

Hexagon approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for businesses looking for a full-service digital marketing and web design agency with award-winning creative.

Rachel Bartlett is a UX researcher driven by a passion for making technology more ethical and intuitive for all. She brings a human-centered lens to every project — balancing analytical rigor with creative thinking to uncover insights that lead to better product decisions.

 

What She Does

Rachel specializes in user experience research — helping teams understand the real humans behind their products so they can build experiences that actually work for people, not just for metrics. Her work is thoughtful, grounded, and deeply committed to the greater good.

 

 

Rachel takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for product teams looking for a dedicated UX researcher who brings both rigor and empathy to understanding users.

RNO1 guides modern brands to create Radical Digital Experiences at every phase of their growth journey — operating on a unique subscription services model that enables marketing, product, and founder-led teams to sustainably scale their brands into the future. Established in 2010.

 

What We Do

We're not like every other agency. You're not like every other brand. RNO1 operates across branding, digital product design, UX strategy, and growth marketing — partnering with companies that are ready to think differently about how they grow and what their digital presence can be.

 

Services

• Brand identity and radical experience design
• Digital product design and UX strategy
• Growth marketing and brand scaling
• Subscription-based agency partnership model

 

 

RNO1 approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for modern brands ready to invest in digital experience design and brand growth strategy that breaks the mold.

Nine Yards Studio is a full-service creative agency delivering brand identity, web design, and marketing creative for businesses that want to go the full distance — combining strategic thinking with exceptional design craft to build brands that perform and endure.

 

Services

• Brand identity and visual systems
• Web design and development
• Marketing design and campaign creative

 

 

Nine approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands looking for a full-service creative agency that commits fully to every project.

Will Breen is a UX designer at Arrow North Design specializing in software interfaces for startups — helping founders validate their concepts with data and ensure users feel confident and capable from the moment they launch.

 

What He Does

Many startups have world-changing ideas but struggle to build a natural software experience for customers. Will bridges that gap — designing interfaces that are intuitive for everyone to use and built to deliver value from day one. His work is grounded in user data and focused on reducing friction at every step.

 

Services

• UX design for SaaS and startup products
• User research and concept validation
• Interface design and prototyping
• Usability testing and iteration

 

 

Arrow takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for startups that need a UX designer who can translate a big idea into an experience users actually love.

I'm Jenny Todd, a product designer specializing in web and mobile design, user research, and product strategy — a logic- and data-driven designer with a knack for asking the right questions and a priority on creating value for users while balancing the needs of marketing, sales, and growth teams.

 

What I Do

I'm skilled at understanding the big picture while delivering detail-oriented, user-friendly designs. I work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure design decisions are grounded in both user research and business goals — not just aesthetics.

 

Services

• Web and mobile product design
• User research and discovery
• Product strategy and UX
• Cross-functional design collaboration

 

 

Good web design is invisible — users don't notice it because it works exactly the way they expect it to. That's the standard I hold my work to. I build websites and digital experiences that feel natural to navigate, communicate clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take the action you want them to take.

 

I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for product teams looking for a product designer and UX strategist who leads with questions before jumping to solutions.

Danielle Martin is a highly skilled UX designer and researcher with 5+ years in UX and 10+ years in research, design, and leadership — uncovering user and business pain points with creative efficiency and turning them into intuitive, high-performing digital experiences.

 

What She Does

Danielle's extensive industry knowledge, combined with strong creative and writing skills, makes her equally effective at UX research, interaction design, and design leadership. She's built a reputation for deeply understanding users and translating those insights into experiences that work beautifully for real people.

 

Services

• UX research and usability testing
• UX design and interaction design
• Design leadership and strategy
• Content strategy and UX writing

 

 

Danielle takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for product and design teams looking for a senior UX designer and researcher who brings both rigor and creativity.