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We are seeking an experienced, honest, talented and professional WordPress developer/designer to rebuild and complete an established sports media website. The existing website is hosted on SiteGround and currently uses an older WordPress/page-builder structure. We want the revised website built primarily with GeneratePress and the native WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor. Our objective is to create a professional, visually attractive, fast-loading, mobile-responsive and SEO-friendly sports media website that is easy for a non-technical owner to maintain. We already have an existing website, content, branding, approved design direction, detailed mockups, graphics, links, videos and other assets. We are not asking someone to invent the website from scratch. The selected Freelancer will primarily be responsible for professionally implementing our approved concepts, organizing the content, rebuilding the website, optimizing it and thoroughly testing it before launch. The project consists of approximately 16 primary pages/sections plus several standard legal/disclosure pages. Several pages will share a reusable master template, so this is not 16 completely different custom page designs. Other important pages have specialized layouts for which we have already developed mockups. We intentionally are not identifying the website, individual pages, proprietary features or business strategy in this public posting. Approximately five finalists will privately receive the complete page list, detailed page-by-page specifications, design mockups, available assets and additional project information before we select the Freelancer. The revised website should primarily use WordPress, GeneratePress and Gutenberg. Strong experience with WordPress, GeneratePress/Gutenberg, SiteGround, responsive development, website rebuilds, reusable blocks/patterns, RSS/news-feed integration, websites containing large numbers of internal and external links, SEO, security and performance optimization is preferred. Experience with professional sports in the United States and Canada, media, news, affiliate or other content-heavy websites would be particularly helpful. It is very important that the completed website be easy for a non-technical owner to maintain. Routine changes such as replacing an image or video, editing a headline, changing a link, publishing content, or replacing a promotional block should not require hiring a developer every time. Appropriate reusable Gutenberg blocks, patterns or another lightweight GeneratePress solution should be used where practical. Basic instructions for making routine updates must be provided at completion. The existing live website must not be damaged or prematurely removed during development. The rebuild should be performed in an appropriate staging/development environment. The existing page-builder structure should not be removed until the new GeneratePress/Gutenberg website has been approved and confirmed stable. The website will remain hosted on SiteGround. The website contains a substantial number of internal and external links. We do not want visitors being routinely sent to dead or missing pages. The selected Freelancer must implement or recommend an appropriate method for ongoing broken-link monitoring and verify important internal and external links before launch. The entire website must function professionally on desktop, tablet and mobile. Mobile usability is particularly important. There should be no horizontal scrolling, overlapping content, broken grids, distorted images, unusable menus or other obvious responsive-design problems. The finished website must also be lightweight and fast. Work should include appropriate image optimization, lazy loading where appropriate, caching configuration, removal of unnecessary plugins and unused themes, reduction of unnecessary CSS/JavaScript where practical, identification of plugin conflicts and correction of PHP/JavaScript errors. Overall website performance and Core Web Vitals should be taken into consideration. Standard WordPress SEO should be properly configured, including XML sitemap, [login to view URL], canonical URLs, meta-title and meta-description capability, Open Graph metadata, X/Twitter metadata, appropriate schema/structured data and clean URL structure. SSL/HTTPS, administrator security, login security, spam protection where appropriate, backups and appropriate SiteGround security settings should also be verified. Our target launch date is September 1, 2026. We anticipate that an experienced Freelancer who can devote appropriate time and work effort to the project should be able to complete the build and testing in up to approximately seven calendar days from commencement, depending upon expertise and workflow. Please do not bid if your existing workload will prevent you from giving this project the attention necessary to meet the deadline. Quality must not be sacrificed simply to finish quickly. Before completion, the website must be thoroughly tested for internal and external links, navigation, forms, images, videos, feeds, desktop/tablet/mobile display, SSL/HTTPS, performance and general functionality. Cross-browser testing should include Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge. The production website should contain no Lorem Ipsum, test material, missing images, placeholder text, broken layouts or obvious dead links. At completion, the Freelancer will be expected to provide a production-ready website, a list of installed plugins, documentation of any custom CSS or code, confirmation of link and responsive testing, confirmation that required legal/disclosure pages are properly published and linked, and basic handoff instructions explaining how the owner can manage routine website updates. Unfortunately, we previously selected a web developer who failed to deliver the work promised, resulting in a financial loss to us. As a result, we now have a limited remaining budget to complete this project. Trust, communication and reliability are therefore extremely important. We are looking for someone who is honest, talented, dependable and professional and who can complete the project correctly within our limited available budget. This definitely has the potential to become a long-term relationship. If the selected Freelancer performs excellent work, communicates well, proves his or her honesty, and proves dependable, we intend to consider paying that person a monthly retainer after launch to help with website edits, adjustments, fixes, improvements, future features, performance and generally working with Jay to keep the website fresh, attractive, professional and updated. We would much rather develop a relationship with one dependable WordPress professional who understands our website than continually hire different Freelancers. NO SEALED BIDS will be accepted or considered. Because of our previous experience, we will only consider established Freelancers with genuine client reviews and a completed-project history. PLEASE DO NOT BID using a NEW Freelancer account with NO reviews or completed-project history. PLEASE READ this entire project proposal from beginning to end before bidding. Your bid must be your actual good-faith bid for completing the project described here and not a low placeholder bid submitted simply to get our attention. Approximately five finalists will receive our private detailed specifications and mockups before anyone is hired. If those materials reveal something legitimately outside the scope described in this public proposal, it can be discussed before a contract is awarded, but the initial bid should represent what you genuinely expect to charge for the project described here. Please refer to me as JAY. Your proposal must begin with “LET'S BALL — HI JAY.” Briefly describe your relevant experience, provide examples of websites you have personally designed or developed, and indicate your experience with WordPress, GeneratePress/Gutenberg, SiteGround and similar content-heavy websites. Please also state when you can begin, your realistic completion time, your actual fixed-price bid, and whether you would be interested in an ongoing monthly maintenance relationship after successful completion. At the very bottom of your proposal, please include this exact statement: I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid. If this statement is missing, your proposal will not be considered. We expect to narrow the applicants to approximately five finalists. Only those finalists will receive the complete private page list, detailed page-by-page requirements, design mockups, functionality specifications, asset information and additional proprietary project information. Finalists will have an opportunity to review those materials and ask legitimate technical questions before we make our final selection. Target launch: September 1, 2026. LET'S BALL. Thanks so much. Jay
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I’m a US-based senior developer with 20+ years of experience in WordPress, PHP, responsive design, performance optimization, SEO, and rebuilding established websites without disrupting the live site. I can rebuild your sports media site in a SiteGround staging environment using GeneratePress and Gutenberg, with reusable blocks/patterns so routine updates are easy for a non-technical owner. I’ll also handle responsive QA, broken-link checks, feeds, SEO settings, Core Web Vitals, caching, plugin cleanup, security review, and cross-browser testing before launch. Examples: [login to view URL] [login to view URL] [login to view URL] I can begin immediately and realistically complete the rebuild and testing within 7 calendar days, assuming the provided mockups/assets are ready. **Fixed-price bid: $225 USD.** I would also be interested in an ongoing monthly maintenance relationship after a successful launch. You will work directly with me, with clear communication and no undisclosed subcontracting. Best, Joseph Rounds I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid.
$225 USD in 7 days
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I’ve read your brief carefully, and this is exactly the kind of WordPress rebuild I handle: cleaning up older builder-based sites and rebuilding them with a lightweight, maintainable GeneratePress + Gutenberg structure. I can work in a safe staging environment on SiteGround, preserve the live site until approval, organize the existing assets properly, and focus on speed, mobile responsiveness, SEO basics, link validation, and a clean owner handoff. I’m comfortable with content-heavy/news-style websites and reusable block systems so routine edits stay easy for a non-technical owner. I can begin immediately, would target completion in about 12 days, and yes, I’d be open to supporting the site on an ongoing monthly basis after launch. I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid.
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I understand you're looking to rebuild your sports media website using GeneratePress and the native WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor, aiming for a professional, visually attractive, fast-loading, and SEO-friendly site. With 17 years of experience in web development and a strong background in WordPress, GeneratePress, and Gutenberg, Webbook Studio is well-equipped to handle this project. We've worked on similar projects, such as rebuilding a website for a luxury leather retailer using PHP and custom design, and developing multiple WooCommerce stores with integrated payment systems. Our team will ensure the new website is easy to maintain for a non-technical owner, using reusable Gutenberg blocks and patterns where practical. We'll perform the rebuild in a staging environment, ensuring the existing live website remains intact. We'll also implement broken-link monitoring, optimize images, and configure caching for a fast and lightweight website. Our experience with SiteGround, responsive development, and SEO will guarantee a professional and functional website on desktop, tablet, and mobile. Can you share more about your expectations for the monthly retainer after the project's completion, and how you envision our long-term collaboration? Feel free to message us to discuss the details! — Webbook Studio I have read the entire project proposal from top
$210 USD in 3 days
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With 5+ years in WordPress development and design, I understand the importance of creating a visually appealing, fast-loading, and SEO-friendly sports media website. My experience with GeneratePress and the Gutenberg Block Editor aligns perfectly with your project requirements. Could you share more details about the specific functionalities needed for the specialized page layouts you've mentioned? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
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LET’S BALL — HI JAY. Could you share your existing website link? I’d love to assess its structure better. I have over 10+ years of experience with WordPress, GeneratePress, and Gutenberg, ensuring fast, mobile-responsive, and SEO-friendly builds. I can efficiently implement your approved designs while maintaining the original site until the new one is stable. Using reusable blocks and templates, I’ll optimize your website for performance and usability, addressing any link issues in the process. I’ve successfully worked on content-heavy websites and understand the importance of smooth user experience. I’m ready to start ASAP, aiming for completion within seven days. Let’s discuss how I can deliver a site that perfectly meets your vision. I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid. Best, Priyanka
$250 USD in 7 days
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Hello, As an experienced and seasoned WordPress developer/designer, I have honed my skills in using technologies that revolve around building professional, visually appealing, and high-performing websites. Your project's prime use of GeneratePress, Gutenberg Block Editor, and WordPress aligns well with my core expertise , WordPress theme development, CSS mastery, and HTML5 proficiency. Moreover, having worked extensively with SiteGround hosting puts me in a unique position to adapt your current setup into the modernized architecture you're seeking. My meticulous approach to website development is best suited for a project like yours. I ensure every page layout is correct as per the provided mockups and that the design direction is strictly adhered to. I'll use reusable blocks and patterns using Gutenberg where it is practical, so future updates can be swiftly handled even by non-technical owners. While my proficiency in WordPress is undisputed, my wider experience in creating content-heavy websites will further enhance your project's desired outcome. I understand the importance of efficient linking structures to prevent visitors from encountering broken or dead links and will propose or implement appropriate solutions for ongoing monitoring. Mobile usability is crucial to reach a wide audience today; ensuring a seamless user experience across all devices will be a top priority. Lastly, my commitment doesn't end with the project de Thanks!
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With your project’s main requirement being a proficient WordPress and Gutenberg developer to overhaul your sports media site, I humbly believe I fit the bill perfectly. Over the years, I’ve focused on crafting intricate WordPress sites like yours from scratch, as well as handling site migrations and updates for existing brands. These experiences have equipped me with the proficiency necessary to optimize sites for mobile display, diligently eliminate plugin conflicts, and improve overall site performance through lazy loading configurations, image optimizations and efficient caching among others. In addition to my expertise in WordPress and Gutenberg being exactly what you seek, it’s worth mentioning that I am an assertive problem solver and careful tester. This means that not only will I build a professional website as per your approved designs but I’ll also thoroughly test it on various devices before completing the rebuild with SiteGround to ensure it is functional, secure and tailored to your needs. Lastly, I understand crucial details such as prompt broken-link monitoring and facilitating easy site updating by equipping you with basic instructions are non-negotiable. With me, you don’t simply get the finished project but my unwavering commitment to ensuring all facets of your site runs optimally long after completion. I am excited about the prospect of taking up this project; you can count on my dedication and professionalism throughout!
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“LET'S BALL — HI JAY.” With 10 years of WordPress experience, I can handle reusable Gutenberg patterns, responsive layouts, RSS/news integrations, SEO, security, SiteGround optimization, and performance tuning for content-heavy websites. I’ll focus on making the site fast, mobile-friendly, SEO-ready, and easy for a non-technical owner to maintain, with reusable sections and clear handover instructions. Let’s connect in chat to review the private page specifications and mockups and discuss the rebuild timeline. thank you Regards Gaurav Garg
$250 USD in 12 days
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I have carefully read your project description for rebuilding your sports media WordPress site using GeneratePress and the native Gutenberg Block Editor on SiteGround. My core stack includes HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, and jQuery, allowing me to go beyond basic templates and deliver custom, lightweight, and fast-loading solutions. On the design side, I use Photoshop and modern UI practices to create clean, practical designs built to perform. I focus heavily on proper HTML structure, meta data setup, page speed improvements, schema implementation, and ensuring best practices that help improve visibility in search engines, while making sure the final site is easy for a non-technical owner to maintain using reusable blocks and patterns without needing a developer for routine updates. I understand the importance of trust and reliability, especially given your past experience. I will perform the rebuild safely in a staging environment without disrupting your live site, handle broken-link monitoring, ensure mobile responsiveness, and configure standard WordPress SEO properly.
$120.56 USD in 7 days
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LET'S BALL , HI JAY. I can see the real pain here: you don’t need another “builder,” you need someone who can protect the existing site, rebuild it cleanly, and leave you with a fast WordPress system your team can actually manage. I’ve rebuilt WordPress sites on GeneratePress and Gutenberg for content-heavy businesses, handling staging-safe migrations, reusable blocks/patterns, SiteGround setup, performance tuning, SEO basics, and responsive cleanup so the final site is stable, lightweight, and easy to edit. I’ve also worked on projects where link integrity, media-heavy layouts, and owner-friendly handoff mattered just as much as design. I’ve shared an initial estimate based on your description, and once we go over a few technical or functional details, I’ll confirm the exact cost and delivery schedule. I can begin right away and expect to complete the rebuild, testing, and handoff in about 7 calendar days. I’d also be open to ongoing monthly maintenance after launch if the fit is right. I’ll keep the live site protected during staging, verify links, mobile layouts, SEO settings, and performance before anything goes live, and document the setup so updates stay simple. If you want, I can also map the reusable Gutenberg blocks first so the owner-friendly workflow stays simple—would that be your preferred approach? Best regards, Asad I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared t
$75 USD in 3 days
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I can handle the rebuild in a staging environment, create reusable Gutenberg blocks/patterns, organize the content and specialized layouts, and ensure the site works properly across desktop, tablet and mobile. I can also take care of performance optimization, broken-link checks, SEO configuration, security, SSL, forms, feeds and thorough cross-browser testing before launch. A couple of questions I would like to clarify: 1. Will the complete page list, mockups, assets and detailed functionality specifications be provided to the selected finalists before the final award? 2. Is the current SiteGround environment already set up with a staging site, or would you like me to configure the staging workflow before beginning the rebuild? There are a few other technical details I’d like to review around the existing page-builder setup, reusable templates, RSS/news feeds, plugins and performance targets, but due to Freelancer.com's character limit I can't cover everything here. I’m available to begin promptly and can work toward your September 1, 2026 launch target. I’d also be interested in continuing with the monthly maintenance and improvement relationship after a successful launch. I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid.
$2,000 USD in 20 days
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Hey, You are looking for Rebuilding Sports Media WordPress Site with GeneratePress. "Lets Gets Started, I know you have several tempting proposals here, but I guarantee you to be impressed by my work. I have various skills in design, Illustration, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Logo Design and Illustrator. If you give me this chance you will be impressed, because I guarantee that I will meet your expectations. I invite you to get a look at my portfolio You Can see it from here : https://www.freelancer.com/u/sahildogra222 If you have any questions or queries, do not hesitate to contact me. I hope to start working with you. With regards! SAHIL
$30 USD in 1 day
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Dear Jay, READY TO START NOW I am a seasoned WordPress/Woo-commerce freelancer with expertise in theme customization, plugin development, and efficient project delivery. My skills include WordPress, PHP, HTML, CSS, and more. Looking forward to contributing to your project's success. Once the scope will be discussed, I will begin working on it right away. Best regards, Singh I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid.
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I’m an experienced WordPress developer specializing in **GeneratePress, Gutenberg, responsive rebuilds, performance optimization, SEO, and content-heavy websites**. I can rebuild your existing site on a proper staging environment while keeping the current live site untouched until final approval. I’ll implement your approved designs using reusable Gutenberg blocks/patterns, optimize images and Core Web Vitals, configure SEO/security, verify links, feeds, forms and media, and thoroughly test Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, desktop, tablet, and mobile. I can provide relevant WordPress/GeneratePress work and discuss the private specifications with you once shortlisted. I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid.
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Hi Jay, I have extensive experience in WordPress development, specifically with GeneratePress and Gutenberg. I have successfully completed similar content-heavy website projects in the past, ensuring mobile responsiveness, SEO optimization, and ease of maintenance for non-technical users. Let's discuss further to create a professional, fast-loading sports media website tailored to your requirements. Please start the chat so we can discuss this project in detail. Regards, Sai Bhaskar
$70 USD in 2 days
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With 5+ years of WordPress development experience, I understand the need to revamp your sports media website using GeneratePress and Gutenberg for a sleek, fast, and SEO-friendly design. Could you share more details about the specific functionalities required for the specialized page layouts you've developed mockups for? Regards, Rakibul Hoque
$99 USD in 3 days
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I’ve carefully reviewed your project, and I understand you need a reliable WordPress rebuild using GeneratePress and Gutenberg without disrupting the existing SiteGround website. I can handle the staging rebuild, reusable Gutenberg patterns, responsive layouts, performance/Core Web Vitals, SEO, security, link verification, and full cross-browser testing. I have hands-on experience with WordPress content-heavy websites and can begin immediately, with a realistic completion time of 7 days. One quick question: will the detailed mockups and page specifications be available immediately when the project begins? Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Hammadhassan21 I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid. Best Regards, Hammad Hassan
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Hello, Our suggestion is to rebuild the site in a SiteGround staging environment using GeneratePress + Gutenberg, while preserving your approved design, existing content, and SEO structure. This gives you a faster, cleaner WordPress foundation without risking the current live website, while reusable Gutenberg patterns will make future updates simple for a non-technical owner. We understand this is not a redesign from scratch. You already have the content, branding, mockups and direction—we’ll focus on accurate implementation, performance and a reliable launch. What We Can Deliver: GeneratePress + Gutenberg rebuild with reusable blocks Responsive desktop, tablet and mobile layouts SEO, schema, sitemap and clean URL structure Performance and Core Web Vitals optimization Broken-link, browser and functionality testing RSS/news-feed and multimedia integration Security, plugin and code optimization Easy content management and handover documentation We can work toward your September 1, 2026 launch target and are also open to a long-term maintenance relationship after successful completion. Let’s connect for a quick 10–15 minute discussion to review the mockups, existing structure and launch requirements. I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid.
$210 USD in 7 days
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Hello, With over a decade of experience in web development, WellSpring Infotech is a name you can trust for your project. We are well-versed in WordPress with a particular specialty in generating high-performance, user-friendly eCommerce websites - an ideal fit for your requirement. Our expertise include in-depth knowledge of GeneratePress and Gutenberg for the best site performance. We have mastered the art of responsive design that makes us confident about delivering optimum functionality across all platforms - be it a desktop, smartphone or a tablet. Our hands-on familiarity with large-sized websites and SEO optimization enables us to handle your sports media platform smoothly even with its substantial internal and external links without compromising on their integrity. We awaken into these tasks with meticulous attention to every single detail- including deployment of development environment, removal of unnecessary link redundancy, lightweight design for faster loading speed et al. Our aim is not just creating exceptional websites, but also empowering owners to efficiently maintain and update their site. That's why we take care to provide basic instructions for routine updates to non-technical owners, ensuring that simple tasks such as replacing images or editing headlines can be completed independently without requiring frequent professional involvement. Stability and safety are other promises that come with our service. Thank you
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LET'S BALL — HI JAY. I would move the site into a clean GeneratePress + Gutenberg structure on staging, build reusable blocks/patterns for your recurring sports content, then optimize performance, SEO, links and mobile behavior before touching production. My approach would be to preserve your approved direction and content while removing the legacy builder overhead, minimizing plugins, and making routine edits possible directly from Gutenberg. I can start immediately and target completion within 7 days, subject to the private specifications. I am also interested in the ongoing monthly maintenance relationship after launch. I have read the entire project proposal from top to bottom. I understand the requirements, and I confirm that my bid is the amount I am prepared to complete the project for and is not a placeholder bid. Please ping to get started and get outstanding results. Thanks!!!
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Hello, I reviewed your project requirements for Sports Media WordPress Site and can build a professional, responsive website with all the features you need. I have experience developing modern websites focused on performance, user experience, and lead generation. I'm available to start immediately and would be happy to discuss your requirements in detail.
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