Design a Basic Website with Squarespace

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ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category

Business & Technology

Event Overview

Are you planning to create something BIG in 2019? Maybe it's time to get your photography portfolio up to date, start your consulting business, or finally launch that blog you have been talking about for years. Whatever you're up to, a fresh Squarespace website can help make it a reality.


Building your own website can feel like an overwhelming task, but with the Squarespace platform it doesn't have to! Join Elizabeth Fuqua, Squarespace Designer and Authorized Trainer, for this interactive 2-hour workshop and learn the skills necessary to plan and build your own basic website using Squarespace. 


Why Squarespace?


Squarespace is an all-in-one website platform that provides users a wide selection of both beautiful and functional templates. The backend is straightforward and intuitive for even the most tech-challenged. With real-time content and design updates you always know what your website will look like to the rest of the world, no code required!


Squarespace has built in ecommerce and security meaning no broken plugins or extra code to manage. With automated integrations to other popular platforms such as MailChimp, Instagram, Twitter, Google Drive, Stripe, and Acuity, you can connect the rest of your business to your website with a simple click.


Best of all, it's affordable! With plans starting at $12/month and a phenomenal support staff to help with any questions that come up along the way you are sure to be happy with the result. 


What We'll Cover:



  • An introduction the Squarespace platform & benefits

  • Site Mapping: Create a plan for success

  • How to choose your template

  • Creating pages and building your navigation

  • Adding content such as text, images, video, and social media

  • Changing the logo, colors, and typefaces

  • Customizing the settings menu

  • SEO & Analytics

  • Connecting your domain

  • Preparing for launch


BONUS: A Gift for all Workshop Attendees!
All attendees will receive a free six month Squarespace trial to give you time to build your website at your own pace with no financial commitment!


Parking at Converge Denver


Street parking is available but limited due to ongoing construction in the area. Paid hourly parking is available in the Source parking garage across the street.


Disclaimer: Although being led by an Authorized Trainer, this is not an official Squarespace event. Authorized Trainers receive no financial compensation through Squarespace. 


 

What to Bring

A laptop is required.

Minimum age

All ages welcome

Cancellation Policy
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST

My workshops focus on providing the skills needed to design, build, and manage your business's Squarespace website. As a Squarespace Authorized Trainer and Circle Square Member, I can provide valuable insight into Squarespace's best kept secrets.

Since 2014, I have designed and developed over 50 websites using the Squarespace website platform. I love delivering my clients websites that are both advanced in functionality and beautiful in their simplicity.