Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work with a freelance web designer? As someone who’s built websites for clients across different industries and countries, my days are a blend of creativity, strategy, collaboration, and a bit of caffeine. In this post, I’m pulling back the curtain to show you exactly how I manage projects, meet deadlines, and ensure every client feels supported and excited throughout the web design journey.
Whether you’re considering hiring me, or just curious about the rhythm of a freelance designer’s day, this is a transparent look into what it’s really like. And yes, it’s as fulfilling and dynamic as it sounds.
Let’s walk through a typical day in my life and the systems I use to keep your project on track.
Morning: Strategy, Planning, and Communication
I start my day early, usually around 7 AM. After some light stretching and breakfast, I jump into client communication. My inbox is the first place I check, I prioritize messages from clients in different time zones, especially if they sent updates overnight. I respond to emails, Slack messages, and task comments from Trello or Asana (depending on the client’s preferred workflow).
Next comes project review. I open my task manager and calendar to assess what’s due today. I prioritize high-impact tasks like homepage layout revisions, copy editing, or plugin integration. This ensures I’m focusing on deliverables that push the project forward.
This is also when I host strategy calls or onboarding sessions. Mornings are perfect for aligning goals and reviewing creative briefs. If we’re starting a new project, I guide the client through our shared folder system, brand questionnaire, and sitemap planning so everyone knows what to expect.
Midday: Deep Work and Creative Flow
Mid-morning to afternoon is my peak creative zone. I enter deep work mode, this is where the magic happens. Whether I’m wireframing, creating mockups in Figma, or building on WordPress using Elementor or Gutenberg blocks, this is when I get into the zone and bring your vision to life.
With music in the background and distractions off, I work on custom designs, test mobile responsiveness, optimize for speed and SEO, and ensure accessibility. If I’m working on multiple sites, I block time to batch similar tasks, this helps me stay efficient without compromising creativity.
I also make it a point to record short loom videos explaining design decisions or demoing new features. Clients love these behind-the-scenes updates, and it keeps them involved without needing endless Zoom calls.
Afternoon: Feedback, Revisions, and Client Check-ins
After lunch and a short break, I jump into client feedback and revision rounds. I review shared Google Docs, comment threads, or revision notes. My approach is always collaborative: I want clients to feel like co-creators, not just spectators.
If we’re in the middle of a project sprint, I might push a staging site update live for the client to preview. I send over password-protected links, explain what’s new, and ask focused questions to streamline the feedback loop.
Sometimes I schedule short check-in calls or voice note updates via WhatsApp for a more casual but clear communication style. This is especially useful for non-tech-savvy clients who feel overwhelmed by too much text. My job is to simplify, not complicate.
Evening: Admin, Learning, and Long-Term Planning
By evening, I switch gears. This is when I handle admin tasks like invoicing, updating client folders, managing license keys, and scheduling social media content for my business. It’s also my time to invest in learning, I’ll catch up on industry blogs, watch a course module, or explore new plugins or SEO techniques.
Planning for the next day is a key habit. I review my task list, reflect on what’s working (or not), and make adjustments. I also draft blog content or lead magnet ideas to keep growing my brand and attracting ideal clients.
Before shutting down, I do one last inbox review to ensure nothing urgent is waiting. Then, I disconnect fully, because rest is part of the job too.
What It’s Like Working With Me: Core Values That Guide My Process
Throughout the day, no matter the task, I stay guided by values that matter to both me and my clients:
- Clarity: You’ll never be left in the dark about timelines, revisions, or deliverables.
- Collaboration: Your input matters. I don’t “take over” I co-create.
- Quality: I never rush work just to check a box. I focus on thoughtful design with real strategy.
- Growth: Your website is a tool to grow your business and I build it to scale with you.
These values ensure our collaboration feels seamless, grounded, and productive from start to finish.
Final Thoughts: Your Website Is More Than a Project, It’s a Partnership
Working with me isn’t a one-off transaction, it’s a relationship built on trust and mutual respect. When you hire me, you’re not just getting a designer. You’re getting a project manager, creative partner, problem solver, and cheerleader.
From our first conversation to your final site launch (and beyond), I’m in your corner. I care about your business and its success. And that shows in every layout choice, CTA button, headline, and image I select.
If this sounds like the kind of web design experience you want, let’s chat. I’d love to help you build a site that’s more than just beautiful, one that actually works for you.
