Need Help With Your Website?
Professional websites built by Dave
- Work directly with me
- Practical website help
- Creative ideas made real
Hi, I’m Dave Carrano
I’m a web developer, designer, and artist based in Shelton, Connecticut. I help small businesses fix, build, and creatively improve their websites.
Mantis Digital Media is not a large agency. When you contact the business, you work directly with me—the person reviewing your website, discussing your ideas, and completing the work.
Whether you need one small repair, a professional new website, better visibility in Google, or something completely original, I’ll help you find a practical way forward.
An Easy Way to Get Started
Small Website Jobs Welcome
Website Tune-Up — $100
Have a website that needs a few repairs or improvements? I’ll personally spend up to 2 hours working on the areas that matter most.
This is a simple, affordable way to improve your website without paying for a complete redesign.
- Homepage improvements
- Update text, photos, or business information
- Fix layout or spacing problems
- Mobile-friendly adjustments
- Contact form testing
- Broken links and small website repairs
- Basic on-page SEO improvements
- One focused round of updates, up to 2 hours
Flat Rate • No Monthly Contract • Work Directly With Me
Absolutely Free
Free Website Review
Send me your website address and I’ll personally take a look.
I’ll identify practical ways to improve how your website looks, works, and appears in search results.
- Overall website review
- Mobile usability check
- Basic SEO review
- Local Google visibility review
- Contact and lead-generation opportunities
- Clear, personalized recommendations
- No obligation
Let’s Start With a Conversation About What Your Website Needs
What Do You Need Help With?
Choose the kind of help that sounds closest to your situation. If you are not sure, contact me and describe the problem.
Fix My Website
Repairs, updates, mobile problems, broken forms, outdated information, layout issues, and other improvements to your existing website.
Build My Website
Clear, professional websites for small businesses that need a trustworthy and easy-to-use online presence.
Create Something Original
Custom graphics, hand-drawn illustration, animation, characters, unusual layouts, and creative digital ideas made for your business.
Website Services
Website Repairs & Updates
Improve the Website You Have
Your website may not need to be replaced. It may simply need the right person to clean it up, update it, and make it work better.
- Website repairs
- WordPress updates
- New text and photos
- Mobile improvements
- Contact form fixes
- Layout and design improvements
- Speed and usability improvements
- Basic SEO updates
New Business Websites
Professional Websites Starting at $599
I build clear, professional websites that help customers understand your business, view your services, and contact you easily.
- Mobile-friendly website design
- Services and business information
- Contact forms and calls to action
- Photos and galleries
- Clear page structure
- SEO-friendly setup
- Custom styling
- Direct communication with me
Creative & Custom Work
Make Your Website Look Like Your Business
Your website does not have to look like everyone else’s. I can create original visual elements that give your business a more memorable and personal identity.
- Custom website graphics
- Hand-drawn illustrations
- Original characters and mascots
- Animated website elements
- Custom page layouts
- Promotional graphics
- Flyers and digital advertising materials
- Interactive creative features
Practical Skills With a Creative Point of View
Some clients need one website problem fixed. Others need a complete new website. Some have an unusual idea but do not know how to turn it into something real.
My background combines web development, design, SEO, illustration, animation, and creative problem-solving. I can help with both the technical side of your website and the way your business is presented.
You do not need to know exactly what service to ask for. Tell me what you are trying to accomplish, and I’ll help you determine the next step.
Custom Graphics, Illustration & Animation
I am both a web developer and a working artist. That allows me to create original visual material instead of relying entirely on stock graphics and generic templates.
I can draw custom website graphics, create illustrated characters, design business mascots, animate visual elements, and develop creative website features that fit the personality of your business.
I can also help with flyers, promotional graphics, social media artwork, and other digital materials that support your business.
These services can be included in a website project or discussed as a separate custom project.
Why Work With Me?
You work directly with the person doing the work.
I’ve been building and improving websites since 2009.
Small jobs, large projects, and unusual creative ideas are welcome.
I combine technical web development with design and original artwork.
I explain my recommendations in plain language and give you realistic options based on what your business needs.
I’m located in Shelton, Connecticut, and work with businesses locally and remotely.
Ongoing Website & SEO Help
Website Care
- Monthly website updates
- Basic SEO improvements
- Page and content cleanup
- Contact form checks
- Google-friendly page structure
- Direct support from Dave
Website Growth
- Everything in Website Care
- More extensive SEO work
- New service or location pages
- Structured data improvements
- Content and conversion improvements
- Ongoing search visibility work
Custom Support
- Everything in Website Growth
- Larger ongoing website projects
- More frequent content development
- Advanced SEO work
- Custom graphics or creative features
- Priority updates and support
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take small website jobs?
Yes. You do not need to hire me for a complete website. I can help with individual repairs, updates, design changes, and other focused improvements.
Can you work on my existing website?
In many cases, yes. Send me the website address and explain what you want changed. I’ll review it and tell you whether I can help.
Do you build completely new websites?
Yes. I build professional websites for small businesses, service companies, artists, and independent organizations. Starter websites begin at $599, while larger projects are quoted individually.
Can you help my business appear in Google?
Yes. I provide on-page SEO, local search improvements, website structure improvements, service page development, and ongoing monthly SEO support.
Can you create custom artwork for my website?
Yes. I can create original illustrations, hand-drawn graphics, characters, mascots, animated elements, and custom visual designs.
Can you make flyers or promotional graphics?
Yes. I can help create flyers, promotional graphics, website graphics, and other visual materials that support your business.
Will I work directly with you?
Yes. Mantis Digital Media is my personal business. You communicate directly with me throughout the project.
Where are you located?
I’m located in Shelton, Connecticut. I work with local businesses throughout Connecticut and can also complete projects remotely.
Tell Me What You Need Help With
You may need a small website repair, a complete new website, better Google visibility, custom graphics, or an idea that does not fit neatly into a package.
Tell me what you are trying to accomplish, and I’ll personally review your request.
Free initial consultation. No obligation. Small projects are welcome.
Call or text Dave: (203) 402-9550
