I am launching an aggregated news website platform to consolidate information so readers don’t have to visit multiple news sites and wade through non-pertinent stories or miss important articles (covering the topic of the website) because they only view one or two favorite sites.
The site needs to have ability to post RSS feeds (some stories with thumbnail photos) and articles with links to original sources like CNN, NBC, Fox, Washington Post, etc. and also provide links to video content on sites like YouTube. Social media (FB, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram) sharing ability needed as well.
The Drudge Report and Citizen Free Press are styles similar to concept but they cover many different topics. Also instead of black and white the site will be in color like a news magazine yet essentially have one scrolling page with older content archived as new content posts.
Multiple complex pages are not necessary but archiving and cloud backup needed as well as enhanced security to thwart hackers who may target political candidate sites for harassment.
Site should have ability to post display ads in areas that complement the appearance without annoying readers.
Site needs fo be optimized for mobile viewing and SEO.
I have a prebuilt WP Newspaper theme loaded on site now and original developer willing to modify for my application. The developer (tagDiv) is in Europe and Australia. I am seeking local web developer (Washington DC area) as I envision ongoing design needs and expertise should site grow and need modifications.
I prefer to commission work for a flat rate fee to modify site and prepare it for launch by April but am flexible with right designer. Can provide more details and examples to aid in the estimate of work needed.
