Crafting Impactful Websites and Brands for Academic Institutions
We create digital experiences tailored to schools and universities through modern design and strategic branding to drive growth. This isn’t just design — it’s a partnership to elevate your institution’s impact and success.
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Navigating the digital landscape in education comes with unique challenges that require customized solutions. The following hurdles can hold your institution back and frustrate your audience:
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Outdated Websites
Many schools and universities struggle with websites that feel clunky, slow, or outdated. This creates a poor first impression and frustrates users.
Managing Content
Balancing admissions, events, programs, and resources can quickly become overwhelming without the right tools.
Low Engagement Rates
Without interactive features, such as virtual tours or real-time updates, it’s hard to keep students and parents engaged.
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Outdated Websites
Many schools and universities struggle with websites that feel clunky, slow, or outdated. This creates a poor first impression and frustrates users.
Learn how we solve these challenges for educational institutions.
At 5Four Digital, we offer solutions tailored to overcome these challenges:
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Enhance Engagement: Modern, mobile-responsive websites that captivate and inspire your audience.
Build Trust: Consistent, professional branding that positions your institution as a leader in education.
Simplify Management: Easy-to-use platforms that empower your team to update content seamlessly, saving time and resources.
Ensure Accessibility: Web solutions designed to meet accessibility standards, ensuring inclusivity for all users and mitigating risks.
Drive Results: Optimized designs that boost applications, event attendance, and overall community involvement.
We understand these challenges because we’ve solved them for institutions like yours. Let’s create a website that elevates your institution’s online presence and drives success.
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Meet John D Saunders
John D. Saunders is a seasoned brand and web design expert and the founder of 5Four Digital, with over a decade of experience building impactful online brands for companies like Land Rover, Audi, and the NAACP.
At 5Four Digital, we’ve dedicated more than 15 years to helping institutions elevate their online presence. Backed by a 5-star rating from over 120 satisfied clients, we combine innovative technology with a tailored approach to meet your unique goals.
We’ve developed a streamlined, 5-phase process to ensure every project is completed on time, on budget, and exceeds expectations.
- Onboarding Journey
- Discovery Meeting
- Sitemap Design
- Copywriting
- Logo Design
- Brand Guideline Design
- Desktop Design
- Mobile Design
- Webflow Development
- Quality Assurance & Testing
- Feedback & Punchlisting
- Website Launch
- Post Deployment Support
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Most brand design, web design, and development projects are completed within 10 to 12 weeks. Timely client feedback helps ensure this timeframe, but larger or more complex projects may require longer timeline.
Discover how we’ve helped clients transform their brands and websites to drive growth and achieve their goals.
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Launching a brand-new school website is a significant undertaking, but it presented an opportunity to make a lasting impact. At 5Four Digital, we partnered with Northwell Health and NYC Public Schools to design a modern, engaging website, boost open house attendance, and drive student enrollment.
The Challenge
As a brand-new school with no online visibility, Northwell School of Health Sciences needed to fill enrollment within 60 days before its 2025 opening. The project required a modern website to outline student pathways, advertise open houses, and encourage applications, along with promotional materials for open houses.
The Solution
We designed a dynamic, modern website that clearly outlined educational pathways and featured calls to action for enrollment and event promotion. To boost visibility, we also created engaging promotional materials for open houses, aligning with the school’s mission to attract prospective students.
The Result
The new platform drove over 1,600 student enrollments and applications, significantly boosting engagement. The website and promotional materials positioned the school as a vital resource for students pursuing healthcare careers, ensuring a strong start for its 2025 launch.
We developed a user-friendly website for NYC Public Schools’ Future Ready program, making it easier for students to explore educational and career options. The platform’s innovative design and accessibility features align with the DOE’s mission to support student success and inclusivity.
The Challenge
The Future Ready program needed a clear, engaging, and accessible platform to guide students through educational pathways. Existing resources were difficult to navigate and required compliance with WCAG 2.1, Level AA to serve a diverse audience.
The Solution
We designed an intuitive website with seamless navigation and clear presentation of resources, ensuring full WCAG 2.1, Level AA compliance. The platform empowers students and parents to access information effortlessly.
The Result
The new Future Ready website has become a critical tool for NYC students, empowering them to explore and navigate their pathways effectively. Its user-centric design and accessibility features have attracted a wide audience and positive feedback from stakeholders. The platform stands as a testament to the DOE’s mission to foster inclusive and future-focused learning environments.
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5Four Digital redesigned the Shared Lane website to empower educators with tools for guiding youth toward future careers. The platform’s intuitive design and focus on in-demand tech and healthcare fields make career exploration more accessible and engaging.
The Challenge
Shared Lane needed a dynamic platform to engage educators and support students in exploring career opportunities in evolving fields like tech and healthcare. The existing site lacked intuitive navigation and robust resources.
The Solution
We crafted a visually engaging website with intuitive navigation and comprehensive resources tailored to tech and healthcare careers. The redesign prioritizes accessibility and equips educators to guide students effectively.
The Result
The new Shared Lane website enhances career exploration for educators and students alike, receiving positive feedback for its engaging design and practical resources in navigating today’s job market.
We LOVE working with John and team! They are so professional, quick, easy to work with, and the designs always look amazing. I’ve recommended them to many people and all have been very happy with their work. Highly recommend to anyone!
Senior Director, NYC Public Schools
Schedule your free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your needs and explore how 5four Digital can help.
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Proven Results
Educational organizations across the country have seen measurable improvements in engagement and enrollment through our work.
Expertise You Can Trust
With years of experience in the education sector, we understand the unique challenges schools and universities face.
Seamless Collaboration
We leverage tools like Webflow, Figma, and ClickUp to keep projects transparent and efficient.
Dedicated Support
From onboarding to post-launch, our team is here to ensure your success.
Custom Solutions
We design websites tailored to your institution’s specific needs and goals.
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Our Tech Stack
Our integrated tech stack empowers project management, communication, and design, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficiency.
Webflow
We use Webflow to build responsive, visually stunning websites with intuitive content management and fast, secure hosting for easy updates and scalability.
Figma
Figma allows us to create interactive prototypes and collaborate in real-time, ensuring designs align perfectly before development.
Loom
Loom simplifies complex topics by sharing video walkthroughs and updates, allowing you to review them on your schedule.
ClickUp
ClickUp keeps every task organized with real-time updates and clear timelines, giving you full visibility into project progress.
Calendly
Calendly makes scheduling meetings effortless, offering flexible options and syncing with your calendar.
Punchlist
Punchlist streamlines feedback by letting you comment directly on designs or live websites, making revisions fast and efficient.
We specialize in brand design, web design & development, creating tailored digital experiences and cohesive brand identities to help your business stand out and grow. We have proven expertise in helping educational institutions and have worked with diverse industries, including healthcare, e-commerce, non-profits, and more.
Timelines are discussed and agreed upon before the project starts, and we aim to deliver efficiently. Our streamlined process usually takes about 12 weeks to launch a website, though projects with more complex requirements may take longer. If you have a tight deadline, we can explore options to shorten the timeline—contact us to discuss your needs.
Absolutely! If you already have a brand, we can seamlessly integrate your existing logo, colors, typography, and brand identity into a custom website design that aligns with your vision.
Absolutely! We offer complete brand design services, including logo creation, color palettes, typography, and brand guidelines to establish a cohesive identity.
We primarily use Webflow, known for its modern, flexible, and scalable design capabilities.
We provide 30 days of post-launch support, hands-on training for your team, and optional maintenance plans to ensure your website stays updated and secure.
Yes! We offer flexible maintenance plans that include updates, security checks, and minor content changes to keep your site running smoothly.
Absolutely! We create branded materials for events like open houses or admissions campaigns, ensuring your marketing efforts are cohesive and impactful across all channels.
Our pricing varies depending on the project scope and complexity. Contact us for a custom quote based on your specific needs.
Getting started is easy! Simply fill out our contact form or book a free consultation to discuss your project needs.
Transform your online presence with a custom-built website tailored to your institution's needs. Schedule a free call to explore how we can help you achieve your goals.
Not quite ready to schedule a call? Explore our free resources designed to help you elevate your digital presence. Simply enter your name and email to gain access to these valuable tools:
Pitch Deck Template
Present your educational initiatives with clarity and impact using our comprehensive Pitch Deck Template. This resource includes all the essential slides needed to captivate stakeholders and effectively communicate your vision.
Website Launch Checklist
Ensure a smooth and successful website launch with our detailed checklist. This essential guide walks you through every critical step, from pre-launch preparations to post-launch optimizations, tailored specifically for educational institutions.
Home Page Optimization Guide
Enhance your institution's online presence with our Optimization Guide. This resource provides actionable strategies and best practices to improve user engagement, streamline navigation, and drive results on your website's homepage.