Before moving to New York, David spent 15 years in Hollywood working primarily on big budget studio films. He was frequently charged with implementing tech-oriented production solutions and was known for his ability to streamline systems. He is proud to have developed Marvel's first secure script distribution system, automated COVID testing protocols for Netflix's Inventing Anna, and consulted on iterations of their in-house production software.
An amateur coder since high school, David has long enjoyed puzzles and logic games, and is frequently mocked by those who love him for his excessive use of spreadsheets. In his free time, he likes to create election models and build predictive tools to help him cheat at ace the NYT Spelling Bee.
Richard is a software developer with a diverse background which includes running off to join the circus when he was ten and performing as a young clown for a number of years before working professionally as a performer and teaching clown classes to undergraduate theater majors abroad. He’s simultaneously kept a background in digital marketing with a passion for human-centered design that is informed by his experience as a teaching artist in the world of theater, where he learned the importance of empathy and collaboration in creating engaging experiences for diverse audiences.
Two dads walked into a coding academy in midtown Manhattan (stop us if you've heard this one!) They quickly bonded over their similar life stories -- both were near 40 and coming off long, successful careers in the arts, but now had young families at home and wanted to spend more time with them. David, a former coder and math guy, was returning to his tech roots. Richard was expanding the web design and online marketing which had long been his side hustle. When they discovered they not only lived in the same neighborhood, but that their wives had known each other since high school, it seemed like kismet.
The serendipity continued as their skillsets proved complementary. David, a lover of logic and algorithms, could make websites work well. Richard, with a keen visual sense and penchant for logo design, could make them look good. They collaborated on multiple successful projects, then decided to make the partnership formal. Saudek & Koll was born.
When a user visits your site, they're doing so with a specific goal in mind, whether that's to book a service, peruse your work, learn more about an issue, or to make a purchase. We help identify your user story and make sure every aspect of the design works towards that singular purpose.
Streamline the user experience to a spartan degree. What is the bare minimum needed? We start here to make sure the foundation is rock-solid. Nothing extraneous, nothing to distract. We can always dress it up later. Our mantra: “Simplify, simplify, simplify.”
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Your website is yours, not ours. While we have opinions, can offer guidance, and work together as thought partners, we know that our ultimate job is to bring your vision to life, not to make your vision fit one of our templates.
Built a splash and signup page for the campaign to pass two upcoming bills in New York: the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act and The New York Child Data Protection Act
Created a brand new site in Squarespace for a therapist
Updated and modernized a personal Wordpress site for a freelance marketing consultant
Built an e-commerce store and set up event ticketing for a skating rink in upstate New York owned by the founders of Bjorn Qorn
The modern website is your storefront, your lobby, your calling card -- it's a portal into who you are. We believe that brands are for cattle and the best way to stand out from the herd is to be yourself.
Rather than squeezing you into a template, we take the time to understand your goals, your narrative, and your style. From color palettes that tell your story to layouts that will prompt your users to action, every aspect of our design is tailor-made.
The most common complaint we've heard regarding web developers is the difficulty clients can have reaching them. We know your site is your top priority, and it should be ours too. Our core value is personal connection and that means working closely with you to listen to your needs and incorporating your input.
We emphasize a collaborative process that hopefully leaves you feeling pride in your site as something you helped to build -- not just a thing you bought.
Our e-commerce solutions are more than transactional – they're a collaborative journey. We work closely with you to understand your product range, target audience, and unique selling points. From seamless checkout experiences to visually appealing product displays, we craft an e-commerce store that mirrors your style. Elevate your online sales with an online store designed just for you.
We understand that search engine optimization is not one-size-fits-all. Our person-to-person approach involves diving deep into your business goals, target audience, and industry landscape. We craft customized SEO strategies to boost your digital visibility and drive organic traffic. Let's work together to elevate your rankings and ensure that your business stands out in the online crowd.
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