Hello, I'm Maya Lin
Freelance Web Designer & Developer
I craft beautiful, functional, and user-centered digital experiences that help brands connect with their audiences and achieve their goals.
Why You Should Hire Me
With 8+ years of experience, I've helped over 45 startups and small businesses establish a strong online presence. I'm not just a designer — I'm a partner who cares about your business goals. My approach combines creative design with practical strategy, ensuring the final product looks stunning and drives results.
Services I Provide
Offering a range of design and development services to bring your digital vision to life, from conceptualization to launch.
Creative Direction
Developing visual concepts that communicate your brand's unique story and resonate deeply with your target audience.
Web Design
Designing intuitive and visually appealing websites that provide excellent user experiences and keep visitors engaged.
UI/UX Optimization
Focusing on user interface and experience to ensure your digital product is effective, easy to use, and enjoyable.
Frontend Development
Bringing designs to life with clean, efficient, and responsive code using modern web technologies like React and Tailwind.
Digital Strategy
Understanding your business needs and translating them into effective design and development strategies that drive growth.
Brand & Marketing
Applying design principles to marketing materials for effective online promotion and overall brand visibility.
Latest Projects
Explore a selection of my recent work, demonstrating a range of skills in design, development, and strategy.
Branding & Web
Bloom & Petal
Complete rebrand and new website for a boutique floral studio, resulting in a 40% increase in online orders.
Mobile App UI
Habit Tracker
Designed a clean, intuitive UI for a mobile habit-tracking app that boosted user retention by 25%.
Web Design
Savory Bites
Responsive marketing website for a local restaurant chain, featuring a modern design and online menu integration.
Data Dashboard
Aurora Analytics
Intuitive dashboard interface for a SaaS client, helping them visualize business metrics clearly and efficiently.
E-commerce
Loom & Thread
Revamped online store for a textile brand, focused on improving user flow and increasing conversion rates by 30%.
Full Branding
Casa Verde
Complete branding project including logo design, color palette, and a matching, fully-accessible website.
My Creative Process
A step-by-step look at how I turn your ideas into successful digital products.
Discovery & Planning
Understanding your vision, goals, and target audience. Research and initial strategy set the foundation for success.
Design & Prototyping
Creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for your feedback. Iteration is key to perfection.
Development & Building
Writing clean, responsive code to bring the approved designs to life with attention to detail.
Launch & Beyond
Deploying the final product. I offer ongoing support or a smooth handover, ensuring everything runs seamlessly.
Flexible Pricing Plans
Choose the plan that best fits your project needs and budget. Transparent, project-based or hourly pricing.
Basic
Ideal for smaller projects or specific needs.
$45/hr
- Landing Page Design
- Up to 3 Sections
- E-commerce Setup
- Advanced Animations
- SEO Consultation
- Dedicated Support
Standard
Comprehensive service for typical website projects.
$1,850/project
- Custom Web Design (Up to 5 pages)
- Responsive Development
- Basic SEO Optimization
- Contact & Forms Setup
- E-commerce Integration
- Content Creation
Premium
Full package for complex projects requiring strategic input.
$3,500/project
- Everything in Standard
- E-commerce Integration
- Advanced Animations
- Content Creation & Copy
- SEO Consultation & Setup
- 30 Days Dedicated Support
Work Experience
Highlighting key roles and contributions throughout my career.
Lead Designer
Jan 2021 - PresentPixel & Co. · Remote
- • Lead a team of 3 designers to deliver over 20 successful website and branding projects for clients in the tech and wellness sectors.
- • Spearheaded the redesign of the company's own marketing site, which increased demo sign-ups by 35%.
UI/UX Designer
Jun 2018 - Dec 2020Northwind Digital · New York, NY
- • Designed user flows and wireframes for a complex B2B SaaS platform, improving task completion rates by 28%.
- • Collaborated with developers to implement a new design system, reducing UI bugs by 40%.
Junior Web Designer
Aug 2016 - May 2018Bright Agency · Boston, MA
- • Translated client and art director requirements into visually compelling marketing pages for a variety of industries.
- • Received recognition for a pioneering UI design that was featured in two design publications.
What Clients Say
Hear from satisfied clients about their experience working with me.
"Maya transformed our outdated website into a modern, high-converting asset for our business. Her attention to detail and responsive communication made the entire process seamless."
Sarah Jenkins
Owner, Bloom & Petal
"We hired Maya for a complete brand overhaul. She delivered beyond our expectations, creating a cohesive identity that won over our investors. Incredibly professional."
Daniel Carter
Founder, Northwind Digital
"Maya has a rare talent for simplifying complex concepts into beautiful design. She's a great communicator and a true professional. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat."
Elena Rodriguez
CEO, Casa Verde