The Daily Press: Super Simple WP Publication Theme

The Daily Press is a super simple publication theme for WordPress. This site was designed and built for businesses wanting a similar presence on the web as the New York Times and other prestigious news organizations.

WordPress Version

DEMOPURCHASE – $45

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Features:

  • Adaptive layout – displays additional content on larger displays
  • Supports Google custom fonts library
  • WordPress custom background support
  • “You might also like” pop-out box to promote new articles
  • Designated advertising spots
  • Custom print CSS for printing articles
  • “Sticky” widgets – keeps the last widgets in view
  • 4 Custom Page Templates:
    • Staff List
    • Subscription page
    • Sitemap
    • Login page
  • Unlimited link color options
  • Easy logo customization
  • WordPress menu support
  • Super easy admin panel using the OptionTree Plugin
  • Easy thumbnail images with built-in WordPress system (no TimThumb)
  • FREE version upgrade if you purchased this theme
  • Advanced jQuery animations and effects
  • Looks pretty on an iPad :-)

Requirements:

  • WordPress.org installation (NOT WordPress.com)
  • PHP 5+
  • OptionTree plugin (free)

Resources Used

  • Images from PhotoDune authors:
    • buchachon – http://photodune.net/user/buchachon/portfolio
    • chrisroll – http://photodune.net/user/chrisroll/portfolio
    • dotshock – http://photodune.net/user/dotshock/portfolio
    • elenathewise – http://photodune.net/user/elenathewise/portfolio
    • solarseven – http://photodune.net/user/solarseven/portfolio
    • yuri_arcurs – http://photodune.net/user/Yuri_Arcurs/portfolio

Skills

WordPress Theme Design
Photoshop
HTML / CSS
UX / UI Design
jQuery
SEO
PHP

Testimonials

“Chris is easily the most talented WordPress developer I’ve ever encountered. His code is clean, his themes are beautiful and elegantly constructed. He’s a natural problem solver and can work easily with my complicated designs. I’d recommend him to anyone.”

Shawn Johnston
Creative Director, Blackwave Creative

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