the authority site:

Custom WordPress Website Design

This isn’t your average
website project.

which is good, because we don’t do average either

For new brands ready to launch big and established businesses
ready to level up, everything is scoped specifically around
what your business actually needs.

A website that handles
everything
your business throws at it.

The Authority Site is built for businesses whose scope, vision, or complexity goes beyond a straightforward build. Whether you’re launching something ambitious from the ground up or rebuilding something that’s outgrown what it was, this is where we go all in.

See Authority Site clients in our portfolio.

We handle every piece in-house: strategy, design, copy, integrations, funnels, photography, video, brand identity, hair & makeup, and more. 

No coordinating multiple vendors. No explaining your vision six different times. We’re one team, creating one project with stunning results built around exactly what your business needs.

Custom WordPress Website Design Services

Every Authority Site is different.

Here’s a snapshot of what we can build, connect, and create, all scoped specifically around what your business actually needs.

Not every Authority Site includes all of these; this is to give you an idea of what’s possible. Your scoping call determines exactly what your project needs.

Click the categories below to see the capabilities we can bring to your website’s vision.

Funnels + Lead Generation

→ Lead magnet setup
→ Opt-in pages
→ Landing pages
→ Sales pages
→ Thank you pages
→ Private pages
→ Password-protected content
→ Membership platform connection
→ Offer-specific funnels

Integrations + Data

Email marketing connection
Scheduling + booking integration
CRM data pass-through
Payment processing
Complex intake forms
Multi-step conditional forms
Third-party tool connections
Zapier workflows

Content + Media Hubs

→ Blog setup
→ Blog migration
→ Blog redesign
→ Resource center
→ Resource library
→ Password-protected downloads
→ Media section
→ News feed
→ Interactive tools
→ Custom calculators
→ Mapping features

E-Commerce

→ Shopify builds
→ WooCommerce product pages
→ Digital product delivery
→ Online store setup

Media + Content Creation

→ Brand photography
→ Hero loop video
→ Brand film
→ Testimonial video
→ Talking head intro video
→ Marketing video
→ Full brand identity
→ Logo + visual system
→ Brand guidelines

Want to know more?

Book a no-pressure scoping call with Mallory to scope out your project and get an exact price.

If you can dream it, we can build it.

here’s the proof

WHILE WE’RE AT IT…

Need a brand to go with that website?

We’ve got you.

Your brand identity is the personality of your business, from how it looks, to where it shows
up, to how it reads. If that needs work before we build, we do that too.

oh, and there’s more

Video content that makes people stop scrolling.

Because a great website gets even better with video.

Static websites convert. Websites with video convert faster. We work with our vetted videographers to
produce content that fits seamlessly into your site and gives visitors every reason to stay, watch, and reach out.

HERO LOOP VIDEO
The looping video on your homepage sets the tone before anyone reads a word. It’s all about capturing b-roll without audio, and letting it always run.

THE BRAND STORY
Who you are, why you do it, and what makes you different — professionally filmed and edited into a 1-3 minute story your best clients will watch start to finish.

TALKING HEAD INTRO
You, on camera, speaking directly to your audience. Personal, direct, and one of the fastest ways to build know, like, and trust before anyone reaches out.

TESTIMONIAL VIDEO
Your happiest clients on camera telling everyone else why they should hire you. The most credible thing you can put on a website.

MARKETING PROMO
A showcase of your service, product, or process, designed to explain what you do faster than any paragraph of copy ever could.

Video is available as an add-on to any Authority Site project. Pricing varies by scope. We’ll talk through what makes sense for your project on your scoping call.
our custom WordPress website design process

Here's how we take your project from scoping call to launch.

Most of our clients come in bracing for another painful website experience.
What they find instead is a process so clear and organized they actually enjoy it.

custom wordpress website design services

Scoping Call

Before anything starts we get on a call to map out your project, understand your goals, and figure out exactly what you need. You walk away with a custom proposal.

You Say Yes!

You sign, we onboard you. We map out your full project timeline, and book everything that needs booking before we start building.

We Kick Off

Depending on your scope this could mean starting with brand identity, kicking off the website, or both running in parallel. Your kickoff call maps out everything.

We Get to Work

Design, copy, photography, video! Everything happens in the right sequence with regular touchpoints so you always know where things stand.

You Launch

Your site goes live when everything is right. We do a full handoff, make sure you know how to use it, and stick around for the questions that come after launch.

Custom WordPress Website Design Services

Is the Authority Site the right fit?

Here’s who this works best for,
and when you should look at our other options

THIS is for you if
● You're launching something new and doing it right from the start
You have the funding, the vision, and the clarity to build everything properly from day one: brand, website, and whatever else your business needs to launch with authority.
● You're an established business whose website has fallen behind everything you've built
Your business has grown, pivoted, added services, or expanded, and your website is still showing the version of you from three years ago.
You need more than just a website

You’re also dealing with branding, photography, video, funnels, landing pages, integrations, e-commerce, or some combination of these. This is where our custom WordPress website design skills come into play!

• You have multiple service lines, audiences, or offers that all need to live on one site
Your business is too complex for a single homepage and a contact form. Every audience needs a clear path.
You want one team to handle it
No coordinating multiple vendors. No explaining your vision six times to six different people.
THIS PROBABLY ISN’T FOR YOU IF
You have a straightforward business with one clear offer and one clear audience

That’s exactly what the Signature Site is built for, and you’ll get a fantastic result there at a lower investment.

Your offer isn’t clear yet

If you’re still figuring out who you serve or what you’re actually selling, a website won’t fix that. Clarity comes before design – every time. But we can help you map it out in marketing strategy session.

You need it built fast

Authority Sites take a minimum of 4-6 weeks. If speed is the priority, the Signature Site is the better fit.

You need a full rebrand alongside your website

Authority Sites start at $6,500 and increase based on scope. If the investment isn’t right yet, the Signature Site or Website Teardown might be a better starting point.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The most common questions you’re wondering before you inquire

How is the Authority Site different from the Signature Site?

The Signature Site is for focused businesses with one clear audience, one core offer, and a straightforward scope, and up to 6 pages, done in about two weeks. The Authority Site is for everything else. More pages, more complexity, multiple service lines, funnels, integrations, brand identity, e-commerce, or any combination of those things. If you’re not sure which fits, book a scoping call, and we’ll tell you exactly where you land.

How does the scoping call work?

It’s a free call where we map out your project together: what you need, what the scope looks like, and what it will cost. You walk away with a custom proposal built around your specific project. No pressure, no pitch, just clarity.

How long does an Authority Site take?

Most Authority Sites are complete in 4-6 weeks. Larger or more complex projects, such as those involving brand identity, photography, video, or significant custom functionality, may take longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline in your proposal so you know exactly what to expect before you sign.

How much does it cost?

Authority Sites start at $6,500 and go up from there. Everything is scoped specifically to your project needs, which is why we always start with a scoping call before putting a number on anything.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes! Your project is split into 4 equal payments. The first payment is due at signing to secure your spot. The rest follows automatically over the project timeline. Want to pay in full? You can do that too.

Can I add brand identity to my Authority Site project?

Absolutely! And for many Authority Site clients, it’s part of the scope from the start. If you need a logo, color system, typography, brand voice, or a full brand identity system built alongside your website, we handle all of it in-house. Brand identity starts at $1,750 and is scoped into your project proposal.

Can I add a content shoot to my Authority Site project?

Yes! The majority of our Authority Site clients include a content shoot as part of their project. We coordinate the photographer and videographer based on what your site needs and schedule everything into your project timeline so it flows seamlessly into the build.

Can you build on Shopify?

Yes, if your project involves e-commerce we build on Shopify. We’ll talk through whether Shopify or WooCommerce is the better fit for your specific needs during your scoping call.

What if I already have branding or photography?

No problem at all! We work with what you have. If your existing brand assets are strong we build the website around them. If there are gaps we’ll flag those during the scoping call and talk through options.

What do I need to have ready before I start?

That depends on your scope. We’ll map out what we need from you, when we need it, and how to get it to us. For most Authority Site clients, this includes brand assets, content, any existing site access, and third-party platform credentials for integrations, if we aren’t designing or delivering those during your project.

What happens after we launch?

You get a post-launch support window for functionality questions. After that, we offer Website Care Plans to keep your site updated, secure, and running smoothly. We’ll talk through those options at offboarding.

Do you work with businesses outside of Winston-Salem, NC?

Yes! We work with clients anywhere because most of our process happens remotely. If your project includes a content shoot, we’ll coordinate photographer availability and travel based on your location for a travel fee.

What if my project is not something listed on this page?

Book a scoping call and tell us what you’re thinking! If we can build it we will. If we can’t, we’ll tell you that too and point you in the right direction.

Your brand deserves to be seen.

Let’s build something worth staring at.

Tell us about your project and we’ll be in touch
within 24 hours to get the conversation started.