Skilled WordPress Developer Needed

Description

I'm in need of a proficient WordPress developer who can create a blog for me.
Key Requirements:
- Proficiency in WordPress is a must.
- I'm looking for someone who can bring my blog vision to life through custom design and layout.
- The successful freelancer should be able to integrate necessary plugins and optimize the website for speed and performance.
- Experience with SEO optimization and to bring up the performance to 80 without interfering with the website design is highly desired.
- The selected candidate will be responsible for the web development end-to-end, so a broad skill set and experience in managing projects is beneficial.
Your Application:
Please submit a detailed proposal outlining your past work particularly focusing on WordPress sites you've developed. I'd like to see your experience and how you plan to execute my blog project.