Welcome to Eight Six Media, the website of me – Calgary graphic designer John Gilfillan. Experienced HTML/CSS developer and web designer extraordinaire, I’m currently working full-time and freelancing on the side. I have experience in designing and developing both small and large scale websites (and I’ve even done a print design or two). In my spare time I’ve been working hard on a personal project, designing and developing Calgary Things.
Your website is usually the first contact you make with potential customers so why not leave a good impression? Using the latest styles and techniques in web design, I can help you build a website from scratch or help you refresh your existing web presence. The best part? All websites are hand-coded using valid XHTML and CSS. While this might not mean a lot to you, it makes a big difference in future-proofing your website, and can even help you achieve better results in search engines.
An experienced interface designer, I can help your organization develop both large and small scale user interfaces for your web and mobile applications, from the initial wireframes to the final usability test.
I'm no stranger to the print world. Whether you need a new brochure created, a business card or other print related material, I can help you not only design it but also find an appropriate printer.
In a world where billions of pages exist, it can be difficult for your customers to find you. Using a variety of techniques, I can help you develop a proper SEO strategy from monitoring your traffic, to creating keyword rich content.
A collection of my favourite and most recent work. Click on the thumbnails below for a larger version. If you'd like further information about any of these projects please feel free to contact me.
Ready to get started with a new design or have some questions about me or my work? Fill out the form below or email john@eightsix.ca and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.