We are hiring an experienced front-end developer to help us select, purchase (we pay), and customize a modern, high-performance website template similar in structure and polish to a site like WhiteHouse.gov.
This is not one website. We need a reusable template system we can deploy to multiple domain names on HostGator cPanel, where each domain can be customized (branding, colors, content, images) without programming.
What we need
1) Template selection (we pay for the template)
You will propose 2–5 template options that meet our requirements, explain pros and cons, confirm licensing allows multi-site use, and help us purchase the best option.
2) Template customization into a reusable system
After purchase, you will customize the template so we can deploy it repeatedly across many domains with an easy non-programmer workflow.
3) Deploy and configure the first domain
You must install and fully configure the first site on our HostGator cPanel as proof the system works.
Hosting requirement
We use HostGator cPanel. The site must be deployable by uploading files to public_html (or equivalent). If your approach requires a build step, that is fine, but the final output must be uploadable to cPanel and run fast.
Template requirements (non-negotiable)Platform and performance
No WordPress
Must be static-first: HTML/CSS/JS template (or a static-build template that outputs static files)
Clean, modern code and structure
Fast load times and mobile performance
Design and structure (WhiteHouse.gov style, not identical)
We want that general feel: professional, structured, clear navigation, strong typography, and a “news/updates” capability.
Core features required
Hero carousel/slider at the top (rotating images)
Headline, subheadline, and button(s)
Easy to change slides per domain
Navigation
Single-page home + internal detail pages
Long home page with multiple sections
Buttons linking to additional pages like /about, /programs, /news, etc.
Section system
Easy to add, remove, reorder sections on the home page
Recommended sections: About, Mission/Values, Programs/Services, News/Updates, Media/Gallery (optional), Contact
Forms
Branding customization per domain
Change logo
Change color scheme (primary/secondary/background/button)
Update footer, contact info, social links
Replace images and hero carousel content
Non-programmer maintenance requirement (critical)
We must be able to manage content for each domain without coding.
Acceptable approaches include:
A simple admin interface if it remains static and cPanel-compatible, or
A simple content workflow (clearly explained) using editable content files (Markdown/YAML/JSON) with a straightforward process
If normal updates require editing complex code, rebuilding the whole project in a developer toolchain, or risky manual changes, it is not a fit.
SEO and quality requirements
Proper headings (H1/H2)
Editable meta titles and meta descriptions per page
Clean URLs
Open Graph metadata support
Image optimization and lazy-loading
Reasonable accessibility (contrast, labels, readable layout)
Deliverables
Template shortlist (2–5 options) with licensing notes and recommendation
Purchased template setup and customization
Reusable multi-domain deployment method
First domain installed and configured on HostGator cPanel
Written instructions for non-programmers covering:
How to deploy to a new domain in cPanel
How to change branding (colors, logo)
How to update hero carousel
How to edit sections and pages
How to manage menus
How to manage forms and spam protection
Application instructions (Required)
We ignore generic and AI-generated proposals. If you do not answer these questions, we will not respond.
Start your proposal with:
“I READ THE QUESTIONS”
Then answer all questions numbered:
What template marketplaces or sources will you use to find templates that meet our requirements, and why?
What exact template characteristics will you filter for to ensure it is clean, modern, fast, and maintainable?
How will you ensure the template license allows multi-domain use?
What is your plan to make the template easy for non-programmers to maintain (content, menus, hero carousel, colors)?
How will forms be handled on cPanel hosting, including spam protection and routing?
Provide 3 examples of relevant work (template customization or static sites). State your role.
What is your timeline estimate for (a) template selection shortlist and (b) first site deployed after purchase?
Confirm you will provide full documentation and help us deploy the first site. Yes or no.
Automatic disqualification
Proposes WordPress
Cannot explain a non-programmer editing workflow
Cannot show relevant work
Does not answer the required questions
Please provide:
1. Links to similar projects.
2. Links to suggested templates (unless you are developing the template) and explain why
3. Estimated delivery days.
We have many such projects. A successful delivery is the beginning of many projects to follow.
We look forward to working with you.
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