Web Design & Digital Presence · Hertfordshire

Get your business properly online.

Hi, I'm Max — a 20-year-old T-Level Distinction graduate. I build websites, design graphics and create digital presence solutions for local businesses across Hertfordshire and beyond. No job too small, no jargon, no fuss.

400+Professional hours
FreeInitial consultation
24 HoursGuaranteed response time
Distinction levelT-Level Qualificaion
Available for work

Taking on new clients in Hertfordshire & surrounding areas.

Why it matters

Your customers are already searching online.
The question is whether they find your business — or someone else’s.

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of local searches result in a purchase

There’s a pool of ready buyers already searching for what you offer. Make sure your business shows up when it counts.

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of people who perform a local search visit a business within 24 hours

Make sure they’re finding your business — not your competitors.

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of people judge a business’s credibility based on its website

A modern website builds trust before customers even pick up the phone to contact you.

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of consumers read reviews before choosing a local business

We’ll help you showcase reviews and strengthen your online reputation.

Ready to put your business where your customers are looking?

Get a free quote →
What I do

Everything your business needs to look great online.

From a fresh website to a set of social media graphics — I cover the full picture. If you don't see what you need below, just ask.

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Website Design & Build

New websites built from scratch, or giving an existing site a proper refresh. Clean, fast and mobile-friendly every time.

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Mockups & Wireframes

Not sure what you want yet? I'll design a visual mockup or wireframe first so you can see exactly how it'll look before anything is built.

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Social Media Graphics & Ads

Eye-catching posts, stories and paid adverts designed for Facebook, Instagram and beyond. Consistent with your brand every time.

From £30
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Posters, Flyers & Print Design

Leaflets, event posters, A-boards and anything else you need designed and print-ready. Quick turnaround, sent straight to you.

From £20
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Menus & QR Code Menus

Professionally designed menus for restaurants, cafés and takeaways — including digital QR code menus that are easy to update.

From £40
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Logo Design

A brand new logo or a refresh of an existing one. Delivered in all the formats you'll need — web, print and everything in between.

From £50
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Business Cards & Promotional Materials

Business cards, price lists, brochures and any other materials your business needs to look professional in the real world.

From £25
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Event & Community Graphics

Promoting a local event, club, charity or community group? I offer reduced rates for community projects — just ask.

From £30
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Website Updates & Support

Already have a site but it needs tweaking, fixing or updating? I can take care of it — no job too small, no minimum hours.

Got something else in mind? If it's not on the list, drop me a message. If I can do it, I'll tell you. If I can't, I'll point you in the right direction.
Ask me anything
About me

From night shifts to digital solutions.

Before I started college, I had zero background in coding, design or anything tech. I was doing night shifts at McDonald's and wasn't sure what I wanted to do — but I knew I wanted something I could build into a career.

I took a chance on the T-Level in Digital Production, Design and Development, worked harder than I ever had, and came out the other side with a Distinction and a genuine passion for building things on the web. Two years of college took me from knowing nothing to being a Placement Officer at BCS Herts.

Now I'm channelling that into helping local businesses get the digital presence they deserve — while building my portfolio and looking for the right apprenticeship to take things further.

Work with me
Before college

Night shifts & a plan

Working night shifts at McDonald's. No background in tech, design or development — but determined to change that.

Year 1

T-Level DPDD begins

Started the T-Level in Digital Production, Design and Development with no prior knowledge. Learned HTML, CSS, Python, databases, accessibility and more from scratch.

Placement

BCS Herts — 400+ hours

Completed a 400+ hour industry placement with BCS Herts. Gained real professional experience in digital support, administration and project work. Went on to become a Placement Officer.

Graduation

T-Level Distinction ✦

Graduated with a Distinction — the highest grade available. A result I'm genuinely proud of given where I started.

Now

Forward Studio + apprenticeship search

Taking on client projects, building my portfolio and working towards the right apprenticeship. If you're a local business who needs a hand getting online — I'm here.

400+ Professional Hours
Free Initial consultation
24hr Guaranteed reply time
Distinction ★ T-Level Qualificaion

" Max has made valuable contributions to our digital presence — creating and delivering content across our official platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. He works with real professionalism and attention to detail, communicating clearly and effectively with both our professional members and stakeholders. "

Aravind Jalajan - Chair, BCS Hertfordshire The Chartered Institute for IT
How it works

Simple from start to finish.

Working with me is straightforward. No confusing contracts, no hidden costs, no waiting weeks to hear back.

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Get in touch

Fill in the form below, send an email or give me a call. Tell me a bit about what you need — there's no commitment at this stage.

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Free consultation

We'll have a chat — on the phone or on a video call — to go through what you're looking for, what you already have and what a realistic timeline and cost looks like.

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I get to work

Once we've agreed the brief, I handle everything — design, build, copy, the lot. I'll keep you updated throughout so there are no surprises.

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Review, refine & go live

You review the work and we tweak it until it's exactly right — Once you're happy, you choose what comes next:

Option A Full file handover — everything yours to manage, with a walkthrough so you know how.
Option B Ongoing hosting & maintenance plan — I keep it live, updated and looked after for you.
My work

Projects & recent work.

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More coming soon

I'm actively building my portfolio. If you'd like to be one of my next clients, get in touch — I offer reduced rates for early projects.

Get in touch

Let's talk about your project.

I aim to reply within 24 hours. No obligation, no sales pitch — just a conversation.

Something went wrong sending your message. Please email me directly at hello@theforwardstudio.co.uk or give me a call.

Message sent — thank you!

I'll get back to you within 24 hours. In the meantime, feel free to give me a call on 07391 984308.

Prefer to just pick up the phone?

Totally fine — I'd love to hear from you however suits you best.

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Phone 07391 984308
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Based in Hertfordshire — happy to work with businesses anywhere in the UK
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Response time Usually within a few hours — always within 24
First time getting a website or digital work done?

That's absolutely fine — most of my clients are in the same boat. I'll explain everything clearly, take it at your pace and never make you feel like you should already know this stuff.