Case Study Partnership
5 free Shopify website build slots for selected businesses.
I am selecting 5 UK startups or small businesses to receive a free Shopify website build in exchange for a written testimonial, video testimonial if happy, project documentation and 30/60/90-day updates after launch.
Limited to 5 businesses. Once the spaces are filled, this offer will be removed.
Why I’m offering this
Building stronger proof across different industries.
I am building a stronger portfolio for By James Douglas and want to document the full process of helping real businesses improve their online presence.
Selected businesses will receive my design and build labour for free. In return, I will use the project as a public case study to show the website, the process, the transformation and the results after launch.
What selected businesses may receive
A free Shopify website build based on what your business needs.
This is not a one-size-fits-all project. The exact deliverables will depend on your business, stage, content and goals.
Shopify website build
A professional Shopify website structured around your business goal.
Core website pages
Pages such as home, about, services, products, contact or referral depending on the business.
Brand direction
Basic brand direction or logo refresh where needed to make the website feel more consistent.
Copy clean-up
Your rough information shaped into clearer website sections, headlines and calls-to-action.
Conversion-ready structure
The website will be structured around what visitors need to do next: buy, book, enquire or learn more.
Launch support
Support around the launch so you can start using and sharing the website with confidence.
What you cover
My labour is free. External costs are not included.
- Shopify subscription
- Domain cost
- Paid apps
- Third-party tools
- Product photography
- Any external costs required for the website
What I need in return
Strong proof, clear communication and permission to document.
- Fast communication throughout the project
- Content and information provided on time
- Written testimonial after launch
- Video testimonial if happy with the final result
- Permission to use screenshots and project details
- 30/60/90-day updates after launch
Good fit
This is for you if:
- You have a real business, offer, product or service.
- You are serious about using the website after launch.
- You can provide content, images and feedback quickly.
- You are happy for the project to be used publicly as a case study.
- You are willing to give written and video feedback if happy.
Not a good fit
This is not for you if:
- You only want a free website and will not use it.
- You cannot provide content or feedback on time.
- You do not want the project shown publicly.
- You need unlimited revisions or a full custom brand identity.
- You are not ready to cover Shopify, domain or third-party costs.
How it works
From application to launch.
Apply
Complete the case study application form with your business details.
Review
I review applications and choose businesses that are a strong fit for the portfolio.
Build
If selected, I design and build the Shopify website based on your goals and content.
Launch
The website is launched, documented and used as a public case study.
Apply now
Apply for a free case study slot.
Complete the application form and tell me about your business, what you need, and why your project would make a strong case study.
Apply for a Case Study SlotYou can link this button to a separate Typeform, Tally, Google Form or Shopify contact form.
Apply now
Apply for a free case study slot.
Complete the application form below and tell me about your business, what you need, and why your project would make a strong case study.
I’ll review your application and check if the project is a strong fit.
If selected, we’ll book a call to discuss your goals, website structure and timeline.
The project will be built, launched and documented as a public case study.