Freelance Website Designer

📍 Hudson Valley, NY (Remote with occasional collaboration)
💼 Contract / Freelance / Project Based

About The Welcome List

The Welcome List is a fast-growing Hudson Valley–based platform connecting couples, families, and event hosts with trusted local venues and vendors. Our mission is to keep business local and make it simple for our community to discover the right professionals for their celebrations.

We’re ready to elevate our website  and we’re looking for the right designer to help lead that next phase.

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The Role

We are seeking a freelance website designer to refine, elevate, and optimize The Welcome List website for both user experience and conversions.

This role is heavily focused on design, layout, structure, and performance not just aesthetics, but building a site that turns visitors into featured vendors and inquiries.

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Responsibilities

Website Design & Optimization

• Redesign or refine existing website layout for a polished, professional look
• Improve user journey and navigation flow
• Optimize featured vendor pages for conversions
• Enhance mobile responsiveness and site speed
• Implement clear calls-to-action throughout the site
• Strengthen SEO structure and on-page optimization

• Analyze traffic data and recommend improvements
• Ensure cohesive branding across all pages

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Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing clean, conversion-focused websites
• Experience with SEO fundamentals and site optimization
• Understanding of UX/UI best practices
• Ability to design with brand identity and audience in mind
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently
• Bonus: Experience with wedding, hospitality, or local directory-style platforms

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Compensation

Project-based (based on scope and experience).

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To Apply

Please send:

• Portfolio link
• Brief introduction
• Your rate structure

📩 [email protected]
🌐 thewelcomelist.com

The Welcome List is seeking a professional, energetic, and reliable On-Call Event Host to join our growing team. This role is perfect for someone who loves working with people, thrives in social environments, and can confidently engage with both adults and children.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the face of The Welcome List at events
• Greet guests and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
• Engage and interact comfortably with both adults and children
• Assist with event flow, activities, and overall guest experience
• Maintain a polished, professional presence at all times

Qualifications:

• Professional, well-spoken, and outgoing personality
• Energetic and comfortable speaking in front of groups
• Great with adults and children alike
• Reliable and punctual with strong communication skills
• Must be local to Dutchess County, NY
• Flexible availability (primarily weekends and select evenings)

This is an on-call position, scheduled based on event needs.

To Apply:

Please submit the below to [email protected]

• Your resume
• Three professional references
• Your desired hourly pay

We’re looking for someone who represents our brand with warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!