Custom builds that are fast, SEO-ready, and designed to convert visitors into customers — for Geelong businesses that need their website to keep pace with their market.
Years building for Australian business
Transparent, itemised project pricing
Happiness guarantee — you don't pay until you're happy
Geelong has evolved from a manufacturing hub into one of Victoria's most diverse regional economies. From the Waterfront and CBD through to Newtown, Belmont, and the rapidly growing Armstrong Creek corridor — businesses across professional services, health, retail, trades, and education are competing harder than ever for customers who start their search online.
I'm Aaron Knight, a web designer and developer with over 13 years of experience building custom websites for Australian businesses. I deliver professional web design services for Geelong businesses — well-built, fast-loading websites that rank on Google, reflect your brand, and convert visitors into customers.
Every website I build is designed from scratch around your brand and your customers. Geelong's business community is growing quickly — standing out from competitors, both local and Melbourne-based, requires a website that looks professional and is built to perform.
Most of my websites are built on WordPress — flexible, reliable, and easy to manage once the site is live. Once your site is handed over, you own it outright — all accounts, all content, all code. You won't need a developer to update your content or add a new service page.
Every website I build is SEO-ready from day one — clean code, fast load speeds, proper site structure, and keyword targeting relevant to the Geelong market. Whether you're targeting customers in the CBD, across the Surf Coast, or throughout the broader Barwon region, SEO is built into the foundation from the start.
For Geelong businesses that need leads quickly, I build and manage Google Ads campaigns — search-only, tightly targeted, with conversion tracking in place so your spend is fully accountable.
From AI chatbots and automated customer service to workflow automation and platform integration, I help Geelong businesses use AI practically — saving time, improving customer experience, and building smarter processes around their existing tools. If you're not sure where to start, I offer consulting to identify where AI will deliver real value for your business specifically.
Selling online? I build ecommerce websites on Shopify and WooCommerce — mobile-first, conversion-optimised, and structured to perform in search. Whether you're selling to Geelong customers or nationally, I'll build a store that's ready to grow.
Beyond the website, I offer social media marketing and email marketing services to help Geelong businesses stay in front of their audience and convert visitors into real enquiries over time.
Every project includes 30 days of post-launch support as standard. Ongoing maintenance plans cover security updates, plugin updates, performance monitoring, and regular backups — keeping your site fast, secure, and current.
Artificial intelligence is no longer a tool reserved for large enterprises. Businesses of all sizes are now using AI to automate repetitive tasks, improve customer experience, and make better decisions with the data they already have. For Geelong businesses looking to stay competitive, AI integration is becoming as foundational as having a website in the first place.
I offer AI development and integration services designed for small and medium-sized businesses — practical, results-focused implementations that solve real problems rather than technology for its own sake.
AI Chatbots & Automated Customer Service
A well-built AI chatbot handles routine customer enquiries around the clock — answering common questions, qualifying leads, booking appointments, and routing complex queries to the right person. For Geelong businesses that receive high volumes of repetitive enquiries, this frees up significant time while improving response times for customers. I design and build chatbots that are trained on your business, your services, and your customer language — not generic out-of-the-box tools that feel impersonal.
AI-Powered Automation & Workflow Tools
Manual, repetitive processes are one of the biggest drains on time in any small business. I build AI-powered automation tools that connect your existing platforms — your website, CRM, email marketing, and booking systems — and handle routine tasks automatically. From lead follow-up sequences and content generation workflows to data processing and reporting, the right automation can give you hours back every week.
AI Integration & Consulting
Not sure where AI fits in your business, or whether it's worth the investment? I offer consulting for Geelong businesses at the early stages of exploring AI — helping you identify where automation and AI tools will deliver real value, which platforms and approaches make sense for your size and budget, and how to implement them without disrupting what's already working. The goal is always practical ROI, not complexity for its own sake.
A note on what AI won't replace
AI tools work best when they're built on a solid digital foundation — a fast, well-structured website, clean data, and clear business processes. I take an integrated approach: the websites I build are designed from the start to support AI and automation layers where they make sense, so you're not trying to retrofit new tools onto a poorly built platform.
Direct access. You work with me throughout the entire project — no account managers, no handoffs. I handle strategy, design, build, and ongoing support personally.
Transparent pricing. Most projects fall in the $4,000–$25,000 range. You'll get a clear, honest quote after an initial conversation — no figures that shift once you're committed.
You own everything. When the site is handed over, you own it outright — the WordPress installation, all accounts, all content. No lock-in, no ongoing dependency on me unless you choose it.
Built to be found. Keyword research, SEO setup, Google Analytics, and Search Console are included with every project — so your site is structured to rank from the moment it goes live.
Properly tested. Every website is cross-browser and cross-device tested using Browserstack before launch — so it performs correctly for Geelong customers regardless of what device they're using.
Post-launch support included. 30 days of post-launch support comes standard. Ongoing maintenance plans are available for businesses that want their site actively managed long-term.
Geelong's economy spans a broad and growing range of industries. I've built websites for businesses across:
The process starts with a conversation. Get in touch via phone or the enquiry form and I'll ask you some questions about your business, your goals, and what you're looking for. From there I'll put together a clear scope and quote — no commitment required to have that initial discussion, whether that's a call or a video call.
Most projects fall in the $4,000–$25,000 range depending on size and complexity. A straightforward business website sits toward the lower end. Ecommerce builds or sites with custom functionality sit higher. You'll get a clear quote upfront — no estimates that change once you're committed.
It varies based on experience, location, and whether you're hiring a freelancer or a larger design agency. For a professional custom website in Australia, budgeting in the $4,000–$25,000 range is realistic for most small business owners. Rates that look significantly cheaper often mean template-based builds or limited ongoing support.
Look for a designer with a portfolio of recent projects, transparent pricing, and a clear process. Ask to see examples relevant to your industry. Pay attention to how they communicate during the initial conversation — clarity and responsiveness at that stage is a reliable indicator of how the project itself will run. Be wary of agencies that can't give you a straight answer on price or timeline.
It depends on your goals. Most businesses need a professional, SEO-optimised business website that clearly communicates what they do and makes it easy for customers to get in touch. Businesses selling products need an ecommerce build. Businesses with complex operational requirements may need custom functionality or integrations. I'll recommend the right approach for your specific situation during the initial conversation.
Yes — more than ever. As more purchasing decisions start with an online search, businesses without a fast, professional website are increasingly invisible to the customers actively looking for them.
Most purchasing decisions now start with an online search — regardless of industry. Businesses that rank well in Google and run effective digital marketing campaigns consistently outperform those that rely solely on referrals and word of mouth. A well-built website is the foundation, but combining it with SEO, Google Ads, and email marketing compounds the results significantly over time.
Strong search visibility requires a combination of technical SEO foundations, well-structured content targeting the right keywords, fast load speeds, and consistent optimisation over time. I build these foundations into every website from the start — and offer ongoing SEO services for Geelong businesses that want to actively grow their search visibility after launch.
It's a common framework used in web design to check that a site covers the basics: Content, Consistency, Customisation, Convenience, Connectivity, Community, and Communication. It's a useful checklist rather than a rigid rulebook — the specifics matter more than ticking every box.
You don't pay for the site until you're happy with it. Every project includes revisions throughout the process — I won't consider the job done until we've arrived at something we're both proud of. Before any work begins, I take the time to understand your goals properly, whether that's over a call or a Zoom.
From Bondi to Bali, our agency works with businesses from all corners of Australia and around the globe.
If you're looking for professional web design in Geelong, I'd like to hear about your project. I'll give you a straight answer on what's involved, what it will cost, and what's realistic to achieve.
Call Monday to Friday, 9 to 5 AEST on (02) 8317 3526, or send through an enquiry and I'll get back to you promptly.
Aaron Knight | Freelance Web Designer
Dover Heights, NSW 2030
Tel: 02 8317 3526
Email: me@aaronknight.com.au
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