About this Workshop
In this hands-on workshop, we'll be teaching you to use the Squarespace platform to build the functional, beautiful, easy to update website you've always wanted.
Squarespace is a website platform and hosting service that offers beautiful modern aesthetics with easy HTML-based editing and loads of tools to help you with marketing, e-commerce, shipping and so much more; at a super affordable cost and low bar of entry.
More Info
Join a small group of businesses, entrepreneurs and artists - all in the same boat. We will help you launch your site with hands-on professional support from certified trainers of Turkois Design at KOI Creative Space. You’ll be individually guided through structured preliminary work and arrive for your workshop ready to create a beautiful, effective website that’s impactful, stylish and easy to manage. You’ll leave with a launch ready site and all the tools you need so that you can update, maintain and grow it as your business gains momentum!
Who is this class for?
- Small business owners, freelancers, consultants and visual communicators
- Those whose existing website doesn’t accurately represent their business
- Business owners who don’t currently have the budget to hire a web designer
- Individuals who want to build and manage their own website but would like a little guidance
What is included?
Pre-launch preparation:
- A checklist of content, files, images and things to consider in preparation of workshop day
- Marketing tips and guides to help you decide what to include in your site
- Trial account will be opened and template chosen based on your individual discovery, allowing you to jump in and get right to work during the workshop.
Food and refreshments:
- Coffee & Water
- Small bites and snacks
- Join us for a congratulatory drink afterward!
Three hour hands-on workshop
- Understanding template options
- Laying out your content
- Establishing your unique look with colors, fonts and customization
- Adding appropriate social media links and contact information
- Learning to navigate the Squarespace platform and manage your website
You will leave with the tools you need to succeed:
- A new, user-friendly 4 page website
- A working understanding of page types, options and galleries
- A written guide to help you continue working on your site after the workshop
- The knowledge and confidence to update and maintain your website’s content and functions
- An exclusive discount on your first Squarespace purchase
You will need:
- A laptop and power cord must be brought to workshop
- Basic computer knowledge
- To be on time!