Founder of WhitaWebDev Studio

Learn about Marcus Whitaker, the creative mind behind WhitaWebDev.
Explore his experience, design philosophy, tools and the values that shape every project.

Hi, I'm Marcus Whitaker.

I’m a designer, developer, and the founder behind WhitaWebDev — a studio where strategy meets clean design and results speak for themselves.
 With over 12 years of hands-on experience in crafting websites, I’ve worked with solo entrepreneurs, growing startups, and established brands to build digital spaces that feel purposeful and perform with precision.

My background blends both the creative and the technical. I started in graphic design, grew into frontend development, and eventually fell in love with the intersection of usability, branding, and performance.

Whether it’s a single landing page or a full-scale website rebuild, my goal stays the same: make it beautiful, make it functional, make it fast.

Studio Philosophy

Clarity. Speed. User-Centered.

  • Clarity – Your site should be intuitive, not just pretty. I design with structure and intent.
  • Speed – Fast websites keep people engaged. I focus on clean code and optimized assets.
  • User-Centered – Every page is built with your audience in mind. Accessibility and experience matter.

WhitaWebDev isn’t a factory. It’s a studio built on listening first, designing second, and obsessing over details always.

Tools & Tech Stack

We use tools that work — modern, flexible, and performance-driven:

  • Design & Prototyping: Figma, Adobe XD
  • Development: Webflow, WordPress, HTML5/CSS3, JavaScript
  • Workflow: GitHub, Notion, Trello
  • Performance Tools: Google PageSpeed, Lighthouse, GTmetrix
  • SEO: Yoast, Semrush (lite use), structured metadata

Notable Clients & Recognition

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with:

  • LunoLaw, boutique legal firm in NY
  • Aurum Ecom, Shopify-based wellness brand
  • BrightPath Consulting, B2B tech advisors
  • FastLaunch Collective, early-stage SaaS incubator

Named “Top Solo Designer to Watch” by IndieDev Journal, 2023
 Featured in the Webflow Showcase for “Minimal Wellness Site”

Meet the Team

While I personally lead and manage each project at WhitaWebDev, I collaborate with a handpicked network of experts — each trusted, proven, and aligned with my design values. Here’s a closer look at the extended team:

💻 Developers

Sarah Lin – Web Developer & CMS Architect
 With 8+ years of experience in WordPress and Webflow development, Sarah specializes in building clean, scalable CMS systems and handling advanced functionality like booking engines and API integrations. She’s my go-to for projects that need both flexibility and performance.

Ethan Mauro – JavaScript Developer
 A frontend-focused developer with deep knowledge of React, Vue, and headless CMS systems, Ethan joins projects that demand modern frameworks, animations, or app-like behavior.

✍️ Copywriters

Tessa Grant – UX Copy & Brand Voice Specialist
 Tessa has a gift for finding the perfect words. Whether it’s shaping calls-to-action, refining homepages, or writing high-converting service pages, her copy always feels aligned, authentic, and user-friendly.

Luis Romero – SEO Content Writer
 Luis writes with search engines and humans in mind. He helps with blog content, metadata, and landing pages that rank — without sacrificing voice.

🎨 Brand Designers

Nadia Roark – Identity & Logo Designer
 Nadia creates visual identities that feel custom, timeless, and emotionally resonant. From logos to color systems to full brand kits, she makes brands memorable.

📈 SEO Specialists

Jake Feldman – SEO Strategist & Technical Consultant
 Jake brings clarity to the chaos of search optimization. With a background in both agency and in-house SEO, he handles site audits, schema implementation, keyword maps, and performance strategy for growth-stage businesses.

Why This Team Works

Every member of this crew was chosen not just for their talent — but for how well they communicate, deliver on time, and respect the creative process. You get:

  • Focused leadership from me
  • Specialist expertise where it counts
  • A collaborative team without bloated agency overhead

Need something unique? We build the right team for your project.

FAQs

I lead every project personally but may collaborate with trusted partners depending on scope.

I work with startups, small businesses, creative professionals, and service-based brands — from solopreneurs to 10–50 person teams.

Most websites take 3–6 weeks depending on complexity. Rush options are available.

Absolutely. Redesigns are one of my specialties — especially when your site has grown outdated or hard to update.

Yes. I offer monthly retainers for maintenance, updates, and tweaks post-launch.

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