Blog - Pier5

We’re including these posts to provide insight into how we work and give you some helpful tips and tools for your small business. If you need info on a specific topic, let us know and we’ll write it up!

High School Internship with a Design Company

by Myiesha | Sep 21, 2021 | Design

Deciding your future profession as a high schooler is intimidating. Learn how Pier5 helped me learn more about myself and gain experience.

Online Presence for the Small Business

by Louis | Jun 18, 2021 | Small Business

2020 was a real turning point for small businesses, as local brick-and-mortar shops really took a dramatic hit from the pandemic. The need for an online presence that will support your business is needed now more than ever!

Tips for Young Creatives

by Kurtis | Feb 27, 2021 | Design

Are you a young creative who’s looking to get started? Our Junior Designer and Social Media Strategist, shares his own journey and gives a few tips.

COVID-19 Stimulus Package Information

by Louis | Apr 9, 2020 | Design

Small Businesses are one of the hardest hit by the COVID-19 Pandemic. What options do you have? We did the research and here are the resources that we found.

Small Business IT Suites

by Louis | Jul 2, 2019 | Small Business

Our team has tried many solutions for organizing and collaborating on projects. G Suite or Microsoft Office 365, find out which system we recommend!

Communicating for Design

by Jordan | May 23, 2019 | Design

The primary job of a web designer is to supply you with the theme, background, or atmosphere you want for your website. But without being able to share your dream, we have nowhere to start.

Why do websites cost so much?

by Louis | Apr 16, 2019 | Website

Why is it so expensive to design, develop, host, and maintain a small business website? When should you use SquareSpace or Wix instead of a design agency?