Expert Shopify Development & Design
Hire a Shopify Agency That Builds Stores That Sell
Full-Service Shopify Agency for Growing E-commerce Brands
- Custom Shopify Theme Development
- Shopify Plus Migrations & Optimization
- App Integration & Custom Features
- Conversion-Focused Design
- Ongoing Support & Maintenance
The Cost of Hiring the Wrong Shopify Developer
Most businesses make one of three mistakes when building their Shopify store:
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The DIY Disaster
Tried to Build It Yourself
You spent months wrestling with themes and apps:
- Shopify looks “easy” but customization is complex
- Themes break when you try to customize
- Apps conflict with each other
- Checkout doesn’t work right
- Site is slow and conversions are terrible
Result: Wasted months. Store looks amateur. Sales suffer.
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The Cheap Freelancer Mistake
Hired the Cheapest Freelancer
You found someone on Upwork or Fiverr for $500:
- Poor communication, missed deadlines
- Used a basic theme, zero customization
- Disappeared after launch
- Site has bugs, no support
- Can’t scale as you grow
Result: You get what you pay for. Now you need to rebuild.
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The Wrong Agency Problem
Hired a General Web Agency
You worked with a “full service” agency:
- They don’t specialize in Shopify
- Used WordPress/custom code instead of Shopify best practices
- Overcharged for basic features
- Store is hard to manage
- Can’t add products easily
Result: Expensive. Complicated. Not built for e-commerce.
We’re a Specialized Shopify Agency, Not a Freelancer or General Web Shop
We’re a full-service Shopify agency with a dedicated team of designers, developers, and strategists. Unlike freelancers who juggle multiple clients or general agencies that “do everything,” we only do Shopify – and we do it at an agency level with the resources, expertise, and accountability you need.
At Sheaf Media Group, we specialize in building custom Shopify stores that drive sales and grow your business. Whether you’re looking for a web designer near you or an experienced e-commerce development team, our Shopify specialists deliver results.
What Makes Us an Agency vs. a Freelancer:
- Full Team: Dedicated designers, developers, project managers, and strategists
- Specialization: We only work on Shopify (50+ stores built, not 2-3)
- Accountability: Structured process, timelines, and contracts
- Scalability: We can handle complex projects simultaneously
- Support: Team coverage, no single point of failure
- Longevity: We’re not going anywhere – ongoing partnership
Agency-Level Capabilities:
- Multi-discipline team (design, dev, strategy, marketing)
- Project management and structured workflows
- Quality assurance and testing processes
- Account management and dedicated support
- Ongoing optimization and growth planning
Why Choose Our Shopify Agency
Full-Service Agency Team
- Designers, developers, strategists working together
- Account manager as your single point of contact
- Project manager ensuring deadlines are met
- QA team testing before launch
- No single point of failure – team coverage always
- Structured processes and proven methodologies
Shopify-Only Specialization
- 50+ Shopify stores built and launched
- E-commerce specialists since 2018
- Deep expertise in Liquid, APIs, checkout customization
- Know every app, integration, and workaround
- We build stores that sell, not just look pretty
Agency-Level Partnership
- Dedicated account manager for your project
- Structured communication (weekly calls, Slack channel)
- Clear project milestones and deliverables
- Post-launch support and optimization
- Growth-focused development roadmap
- Your success = our success
Shopify Development Services
Whether you’re launching your first store or scaling to 8-figures, our Shopify agency provides the full team expertise you need to succeed.
Custom Shopify Store Development
Build your Shopify store from scratch with custom design and features.
What’s Included:
- Custom theme development
- Mobile-responsive design
- Product catalog setup
- Payment gateway integration
- SEO optimization
- Analytics setup
- Staff training
Best For: New stores, rebrands, complete rebuilds
Shopify Theme Customization
Transform a Shopify theme into a unique, high-converting store.
What’s Included:
- Premium theme selection
- Complete design customization
- Custom sections and layouts
- App integration
- Speed optimization
- Mobile optimization
Best For: Fast launches with custom look
Shopify Plus Migration
Migrate to Shopify Plus or optimize your existing Plus store.
What’s Included:
- Platform migration
- Data migration (products, customers, orders)
- URL redirects & SEO preservation
- Custom checkout development
- Wholesale/B2B setup
- Multi-currency support
Best For: High-volume stores, enterprise brands
App Development & Integration
Custom app development and third-party integrations.
What’s Included:
- Custom Shopify app development
- Third-party API integrations
- Subscription app setup
- Email marketing integration
- Inventory management systems
- Custom checkout functionality
Best For: Unique business requirements
Conversion Rate Optimization
Optimize your existing Shopify store to increase sales.
What’s Included:
- Store audit & analysis
- A/B testing setup
- Product page optimization
- Checkout flow improvements
- Speed optimization
- Mobile UX improvements
Best For: Stores with traffic but low conversions
Support & Maintenance
Ongoing technical support and monthly maintenance.
What’s Included:
- Monthly updates and improvements
- Bug fixes and troubleshooting
- App management
- Performance monitoring
- Security updates
- Feature additions
Best For: Launched stores needing ongoing help
Our Shopify Development Process
1
Strategy Call (Free)
30-45 minute video call to discuss your business, goals, products, target market, and technical requirements.
2
Proposal & Planning
Custom proposal with scope of work, project timeline, and technology recommendations within 3-5 days.
3
Development & Design
Our agency team builds your Shopify store with weekly progress updates, staging site reviews, and your feedback incorporated.
4
Launch & Support
Pre-launch testing, launch day support, post-launch monitoring, staff training, and 30-day support included.
Featured Shopify Store
Spanish Publishers – Educational book publisher and distributor serving the Spanish-speaking community
Frequently Asked Questions
Agencies provide advantages freelancers can’t:
Agency Benefits:
- Team coverage – No vacation delays, sick days, or disappearing acts
- Multiple specialists – Designers, developers, strategists on one project
- Accountability – Contracts, timelines, project management
- Scalability – Can handle complex, multi-phase projects
- Longevity – We’re an established business, not a side hustle
- Resources – Tools, software, testing environments included
Freelancer Risks:
- Single point of failure (what if they get sick or quit?)
- Limited skill set (can’t be expert in design AND development AND strategy)
- Communication gaps (juggling many clients)
- No team support or QA process
Shopify Plus is the enterprise version starting at $2,000/month. Key differences:
- Custom checkout (huge for conversions)
- Wholesale channels
- Priority support
- Advanced automation
- Lower transaction fees at high volume
- Dedicated success manager
You need Plus if: Doing $500K+ annual revenue, need B2B features, or require custom checkout.
Yes. We migrate from:
- WooCommerce (WordPress)
- Magento
- BigCommerce
- Wix
- Squarespace
- Custom platforms
We preserve your SEO (proper redirects), migrate all data (products, customers, orders), and ensure feature parity.
Depends on complexity:
- Theme customization: 2-4 weeks
- Custom theme development: 4-8 weeks
- Shopify Plus with custom features: 8-12 weeks
- Complex migrations: 6-10 weeks
We provide a detailed timeline in your proposal based on your specific requirements.
Absolutely. We build on Shopify specifically because it’s manageable by non-technical teams. We provide:
- Complete documentation
- Video training
- Live training session
- Ongoing support if needed
You’ll be able to: add products, update content, manage orders, run sales, install apps, and make basic changes.
Yes. All projects include 30 days of post-launch support. After that, we offer monthly retainer packages for ongoing optimization, feature additions, and technical support.
Ready to Partner With a Shopify Agency?
Whether you’re launching your first store or scaling to 8-figures, our Shopify agency has the team expertise and proven process to help you succeed.
What happens next:
- Schedule a free 30-minute strategy call
- Meet our team and discuss your goals, requirements, and timeline
- Receive a custom proposal with detailed scope within 3-5 days
- If it’s a fit, we’ll assemble your dedicated project team and start building
No pressure. No obligation. Just honest advice from Shopify agency experts.
Schedule Your Free Strategy Call