Expert Web Designer Gateshead
I’m Jack, your local web designer in Gateshead, creating custom websites that help businesses thrive online. From startups to established companies, I build responsive, fast-loading sites that convert visitors into customers.
HiJack Web Design is a company dedicated to providing professional web designer services that help businesses dominate digitally.
I’ve spent over 10 years perfecting this craft. No confusing tech talk. No hidden costs. You can focus on running your business while I handle all the technical details – from making your site rank better in Gateshead searches to ensuring it loads lightning-fast on mobile devices around Town Centre.
I support you throughout the whole process, from our initial chat to website launch and beyond. Whether you need better local search rankings, faster mobile performance, or a complete brand refresh to compete with major retailers, I make sure your needs get met every step of the way.
Ready to get the online presence you deserve?
Your Newcastle Web Designer
I help businesses succeed online with websites that turn visitors into customers – it’s that simple.
Your website is usually the first thing people see when they find your business. In just 3 seconds, they decide if you’re worth their time or not. That’s where I come in. I build sites that grab attention, build trust, and actually make you money through effective design and smart user experience.
I create something completely unique for your Gateshead business. Whether you’re a trade service in Low Fell, a restaurant in Whickham, or a shop competing near the Metrocentre, I work closely with you to capture your vision. Every button, every image, every word gets designed to guide visitors exactly where you want them – usually to book a service or get in touch.
Web Design That Works for Gateshead
Your business deserves more than a template. I create bespoke websites that reflect your brand and engage your Gateshead customers, whether they’re shopping at the Metrocentre or searching from Low Fell.
A typical project day might see me reviewing your competitor research over morning coffee, then diving into design software to refine your homepage visuals before switching to development in the afternoon. Each day builds toward a site you’ll genuinely be proud to show off.
Here’s what drives real results: fast loading times, mobile-first design, and clear calls-to-action that guide visitors toward contacting you. I focus on Core Web Vitals optimisation and user experience because Google rankings matter, but conversions matter more.
Key benefits you’ll see
• Increased enquiries – Strategic layouts and clear contact points make it easy for Gateshead customers to reach you
• Better search rankings – Local SEO-optimised structure and fast loading speeds help you appear when locals search
• Mobile-responsive design – Your site looks great whether viewed in Saltwell or Whickham High Street
• Professional credibility – Custom design sets you apart from competitors using generic templates
• Ongoing security – Robust protection against hackers, malware, and data breaches
• Performance monitoring – Regular checks ensure your site stays fast and functional
• Easy content updates – Simple training means you can make changes without technical knowledge
My Web Designer Services
Web Design
I create custom websites built from scratch with high-quality visuals and professional functionality. Every site gets robust security and modern features that impress customers and drive business results.
Website Audit & Redesign
Transform underperforming sites into conversion-focused assets. I analyse what’s broken, keep what works, and rebuild everything else to modern standards for better user experience and results.
eCommerce Website Design
Powerful online shops that turn browsers into buyers. I handle complex requirements like inventory management and secure checkout, optimising every element for mobile shopping and maximum sales.
Responsive Web Design
Sites that automatically adapt to different screen sizes for consistent experience everywhere. No pinching or zooming required – just smooth, intuitive browsing on phones, tablets, and desktops.
WordPress Website Design
Flexible, easy-to-manage websites that grow with your business. Clean development ensures security and reliability while giving you full content control without needing technical knowledge.
Custom Website Design
Completely bespoke sites tailored to your specific needs and goals. Every element gets crafted to reflect your brand and engage your audience for the results that matter most.
UX/UI Design
Thoughtful visuals combined with user psychology to guide visitors where you want them. Carefully crafted layouts and interactions that feel intuitive, engaging, and results-focused.
Landing Page Design
High-impact pages that convert traffic into leads or sales using compelling copy, strategic layouts, and psychological triggers. Focused design for measurable business results.
SEO Web Design
Search optimisation built into your site’s foundation. Proper architecture, semantic markup, and strategic content placement make your site discoverable and rankable from launch day.
Website Security Implementation
Robust protection using layered defences including firewalls, malware scanning, DDoS mitigation, and security headers. Ongoing monitoring helps catch threats early.
Website Speed Optimisation
Advanced techniques including caching, CDN implementation, and code optimisation focus on fast loads and Core Web Vitals; we review performance before launch.
Ongoing Website Maintenance
I take care of all technical upkeep including updates, backups, security monitoring, and maintenance tasks. No more hassle for you.
Where I Work in Gateshead
Over my career, I’ve had the privilege of contributing to projects for some of the world’s most recognised brands, and I bring that invaluable experience when I work with businesses throughout Gateshead and surrounding areas:
Central Gateshead: Town Centre, Bensham, Saltwell
East Gateshead: Low Fell, Felling
West Gateshead: Whickham
Local landmarks like Gateshead International Stadium and the Millennium Bridge connect our community, and I understand how Gateshead businesses compete both locally and with nearby competitors.
How Projects Actually Work
Discovery & Strategy
I start with understanding your business, goals, and audience. Deep research into your market and competitors builds the strategic foundation for your new website.
Design & Development
Custom design creation with clear feedback opportunities before building out the full, high-performance website. No templates – everything crafted specifically for your business needs.
Launch & Support
Complete launch handling plus ongoing upkeep plan ensures your site remains a powerful business asset. Training sessions help you manage content confidently.
Build & tools
How I set up the site under the hood.
Editor & CMS
- Semantic blocks and custom patterns
- Reusable components across pages
- Fields for safe client editing
Structure & code
- Clean CSS and minimal JS
- Logical content hierarchy
- Structured data where appropriate
Performance
- Caching and minification
- Responsive images and lazy loading
- Edge delivery and DNS tuning
Security & backups
- Best-practice hardening
- Least-privilege access
- Versioned backups and tested restores
Accessibility & QA
- Keyboard and screen-reader checks
- Contrast, labels, focus states
- Cross-device and browser testing
Launch & care
- Staged release with rollback plan
- Monitoring after launch
- Updates, fixes, small improvements
Frequently Asked Questions
A web designer handles the complete visual and structural planning of your website. I create layouts that look professional and guide users toward your business goals, plan how visitors will navigate through your content, and ensure everything works perfectly on phones, tablets, and computers. The technical implementation brings those designs to life as functioning websites.
My web design packages start at £1,500 for the Starter package, £2,500 for Growth, and £4,000 for the Pro package. Monthly maintenance runs £20-£50 depending on your needs. The investment depends on how many pages you need, whether you’re selling online, and what advanced features your business requires. Payment plans available including 3 instalments or monthly options.
Most websites take 4-8 weeks from start to finish. The timeline depends on how quickly you can provide content and feedback, how many pages we’re building, and whether you need eCommerce functionality. I’ll give you a detailed timeline during our initial consultation so you know exactly what to expect.
While visual design tools make basic website creation possible without coding, professional web design benefits enormously from technical skills. Coding knowledge lets me create completely custom solutions, optimise performance properly, and solve complex problems that template-based approaches can’t handle.
DIY builders might seem tempting, but they create generic-looking sites with limited customisation, poor performance, and no ongoing support. Professional design gives you exactly what your business needs, fast loading speeds, proper security, and someone to call when things go wrong. Your website becomes a business asset, not just an online placeholder.
A flexible, secure, and easy-to-manage platform pairs well with professional design tools to ensure your site looks polished and functions smoothly. This combination delivers both power and usability without locking you into generic templates or unnecessary complexity.
Designers create the visual appearance and plan how users interact with your site, while developers write the code that makes everything actually work. I handle both roles, which means better communication between design vision and technical reality, resulting in websites that look great and function flawlessly.
Good website structure begins with understanding what your Gateshead customers want to accomplish on your site. I map out their journey from landing page to conversion, organise content in logical categories, and ensure search engines can understand and rank your pages effectively. Clear navigation and strategic content placement guide visitors toward your business goals.
Website speed depends on several factors working together: properly optimised images, clean efficient code, content delivery networks that serve files from nearby servers, and quality hosting infrastructure. I focus on Core Web Vitals optimisation and use techniques like caching to help your site load quickly for visitors across Gateshead and beyond.
Web designer & developer • 10+ years • WordPress, WooCommerce, performance & security
More about Jack
Ready for a Website You’re Proud Of?
Your Gateshead business deserves a website that works as hard as you do. Let’s discuss how professional web design can drive more enquiries, improve your local search rankings, and create the digital presence your customers expect.
Business hours: Monday–Saturday 8am–10pm
Serving Gateshead and surrounding areas.