Freelance Web Designer & Developer | WordPress & HubSpot CMS Expert | 10+ Years Experience | 6000+ Hours
I'm Mike Zak, an independent web consultant with over a decade of hands-on experience helping startups, SMEs, and established brands in the UK and USA build fast, scalable, and visually polished websites that convert.
I specialise in end-to-end website delivery from UX/UI design to front-end development and CMS integration. Whether you're launching a new brand or rebuilding an existing platform, I provide complete solutions that combine design clarity with technical execution.
Core Specialties:
Custom WordPress development: themes, plugins, WooCommerce, SEO setup
Performance tuning, mobile responsiveness, SEO & accessibility (WCAG 2.1)
Track Record:
Over 6,000 hours billed and 220+ projects delivered
Top Rated on Upwork with consistent 5-star reviews
Verified 5-star Clutch reviews from UK and US clients
Projects completed in industries including SaaS, Tech, Education, Marketing, B2B, Cybersecurity, Finance, Real Estate, Automotive
Results Delivered:
40% increase in conversions for a US-based SaaS firm after redesigning their HubSpot website
Scaled visibility for a UK commodity exchange via a multilingual WordPress platform
Ongoing partnerships with UK and US companies to improve performance, design, and UX
I work independently with a client-first approach, clear timelines, reliable communication, and an emphasis on long-term value. If you're looking for a trusted, multi-skilled expert who can design, build, and optimize your website end-to-end, let’s talk.
Mike Zak offers competitive pricing and delivers good value for the cost, consistently meeting project budgets and timelines. Clients appreciate his responsiveness and quality of work, with a focus on web design and development across various platforms without specific project costs mentioned.
Mike Zak is praised for his clear and consistent communication, primarily through emails and virtual meetings. He is responsive to client needs and provides regular updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Responsive to Feedback and Edits
Mike Zak is noted for his professionalism in receiving and acting on feedback. He is quick to address any issues or edits, ensuring that the final product meets client expectations.
High Client Satisfaction
Feedback from multiple clients indicates high satisfaction with Mike Zak's work. His ability to meet briefs, offer practical recommendations, and provide value for cost is consistently highlighted.
Areas for Improvement in Communication
While Mike Zak's communication is generally praised, one client suggested that more virtual calls could enhance clarity, particularly for those less familiar with web design and development.
Expertise in HubSpot Integration
Clients appreciate Mike Zak's specialization in HubSpot, citing successful integrations that enhance CRM and marketing functionalities. His knowledge helps businesses improve lead generation and user engagement metrics.
Reliable and Timely Deliveries
Clients frequently commend Mike Zak for delivering projects on time or even ahead of schedule. His project management skills ensure that deliverables are met within agreed timelines, contributing to high client satisfaction.
WordPress Website Design & Dev for Data Engineering Company
UX/UI DesignWeb DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Dec. 2024 - Jan. 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Mike is very skilled."
Jan 29, 2025
Partner, Datateer
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Denver, Colorado
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Mike Zak designed and developed a website for a data engineering and analytics company. The team created an editable WordPress theme using Figma, prototyped it, and set it up on the client's server.
Mike Zak successfully delivered Figma designs and a prototype, meeting the client's expectations. The team delivered items on time, responded to the client's needs, and had a quick turnaround time. They communicated via emails and messages. Mike Zak's skills impressed the client.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am a Partner at Datateer
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Data engineering and analytics
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Mike Zak to accomplish?
Design new website
Code new website
Create WP theme
SOLUTION
How did you find Mike Zak?
Online Search
Why did you select Mike Zak over others?
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
How many teammates from Mike Zak were assigned to this project?
1 Employee
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Mike helped us design a new website, then he coded it up, created an editable wordpress theme and stood it up on our server.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Mike made Figma designs then went into a prototype
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Yeah, Mike knocked this out very quickly.
What was your primary form of communication with Mike Zak?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Mike is very skilled.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Mike Zak could have done differently?
nothing
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web Design & Development for Marketing Consulting Company
UX/UI DesignWeb DesignWeb Development
Other frameworks and CMS
Confidential
Jan. 2024 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They've understood the brief effortlessly and delivered the brief accurately."
Nov 25, 2024
Director, Marketing Consulting Company
M. Grant
Verified
Other industries
United Kingdom
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Mike Zak provides bespoke design and UX support for a marketing consulting company's HubSpot projects. They provide HubSpot marketing design support and HubSpot CMS support.
Thanks to Mike Zak's support, the client has seen an improvement in their customer retention and website conversions. The reliable team is efficient, prompt, and reliable. They've quickly understood the brief and delivered accurate work accordingly.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Director
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Marketing and Communications
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Mike Zak to accomplish?
HubSpot marketing design support
Hubspot CMS support
SOLUTION
How did you find Mike Zak?
Online Search
Why did you select Mike Zak over others?
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Bespoke design and UX support on specific Hubspot projects.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Improved customer retention and website conversions.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Effecient, prompt and reliable.
What was your primary form of communication with Mike Zak?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They've understood the brief effortlessly and delivered the brief accurately.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Mike Zak could have done differently?
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