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Mahwish B.

Eastleigh, United Kingdom

$30/hr
4.7
45 jobs

Hello! Iโ€™m an ๐ˆ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐จ๐ซ, ๐๐ฎ๐›๐ฅ๐ข๐ฌ๐ก๐ž๐ซ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐Ÿ๐ƒ ๐€๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐จ๐ซ with over 8 years of experience bringing stories and characters to life across print, digital, and animation. I'm your Digital, Print and Self-Publishing Partner, and will provide you with support with, โœ… ๐ˆ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง โœ… ๐…๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  โœ… ๐ˆ๐’๐๐ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ข๐๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž โœ… ๐Š๐ƒ๐/๐ˆ๐ง๐ ๐ซ๐š๐ฆ๐’๐ฉ๐š๐ซ๐ค ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐จ๐š๐ โœ… ๐€๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฌ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ฅ๐š๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ก โœ… ๐’๐จ๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐๐ข๐š ๐š๐ง๐ ๐Š๐ƒ๐ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  โœ… ๐’๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฒ๐›๐จ๐š๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐Ÿ๐ƒ ๐€๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ฅ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ, ๐ซ๐ž๐ž๐ฅ๐ฌ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฌ โœ… ๐‚๐ซ๐ž๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง & ๐ฏ๐ข๐ฌ๐ฎ๐š๐ฅ ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐œ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ Iโ€™ve had the pleasure of working with independent authors, publishers, and creative teams across the UK, USA and beyond, always focused on delivering top-quality work thatโ€™s engaging, on brief, and full of charm. ๐‹๐ž๐ญโ€™๐ฌ ๐œ๐ซ๐ž๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐ฌ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐  ๐›๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐š๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ. See you in chat, Best, ๐Œ๐€๐‡๐–๐ˆ๐’๐‡ childrenโ€™s book illustration, kids illustration, storybook art, picture book, character illustration, cute characters, whimsical art, playful illustration, colorful artwork, cartoon style, fantasy illustration, animal characters, storytelling art, imaginative scenes, magical world, fairytale illustration, nursery art, soft colors, bright colors, hand-drawn illustration, digital illustration, watercolor illustration, pastel tones, child-friendly, educational art, expressive characters, kids book art, fun characters, creative illustration, visual storytelling, story characters, playful scenes, friendly design, simple shapes, lighthearted art, engaging visuals, illustrated story, charming style, animated look, cute animals, fantasy creatures, happy scenes, magical adventure, artistic style, soft textures, vibrant illustration, kids fantasy, illustrated characters, bedtime story art, creative storytelling

  • Animation
  • Character Animation
  • Illustration
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • 2D Art
  • Sketch
  • Formatting
  • KDP Interior
  • Ebook Design
  • Publishing
  • Character Design
  • Amazon
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Book Cover
  • Book Design
Canan I.

Glasgow, United Kingdom

$30/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I'm a multi-disciplinary designer and illustrator with 5 years of professional experience specialising in branding, visual storytelling, and motion graphics. Based in the UK, I work with clients globally to bridge the gap between their vision and their audience through high-impact design. From initial concept to final execution, I take the lead on project management so you don't have to. Whether you need a cohesive brand identity or engaging animation, I deliver polished results with the clear, consistent communication you would expect from a dedicated professional. Key Services: Branding & Identity: Logos, typography, and full style guides. Illustration: Custom digital art using Procreate and Illustrator. Motion Graphics: 2D animation and social media video content. Marketing Design: High-converting visuals for print and digital. Technical Toolkit: Adobe Creative Suite (Ps, Ai, Id), After Effects, Procreate, Canva and Blender.

  • Animation
  • Illustration
  • Graphic Design
  • Visual Design
  • Brand Design
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Logo Design
  • Menu Design
  • Storyboard
  • Social Media Design
  • Social Media Graphic
Muhammad Z.

London, United Kingdom

$10/hr
4.9
243 jobs

Explainer Video & 2D Animation Expert helping SaaS brands and startups communicate complex ideas through motion graphics that boost engagement, sales & brand awareness. ๐ŸŽฌ About Me Iโ€™m a UK-based Explainer Video & 2D Animation Specialist who helps SaaS brands, startups, and businesses turn complex ideas into captivating motion-graphics videos that boost engagement, sales, and brand awareness. With 5+ years of experience and a proven Top-Rated record, Iโ€™ve produced 250+ animated videos for clients worldwide each built to convert viewers into customers. โšก Services I Offer โœ… Explainer Videos โ€“ Story-driven 2D animations for SaaS apps, products, and corporate brands. โœ… Motion Graphics & Product Demo Videos โ€“ Clean, modern animations highlighting product features and UX flows. โœ… Whiteboard & Doodle Animations โ€“ Engaging training & education visuals. โœ… Logo & Intro Animations โ€“ Branded openers to build identity. โœ… Social Media Promo Videos โ€“ Eye-catching ads for Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. โœ… Crypto & Tech Explainers โ€“ Simplify complex concepts for blockchain and fintech startups. ๐Ÿง  Why Clients Choose Me โญ 150 + successful projects with consistent 5โญ feedback. โญ Deep understanding of marketing psychology & storytelling. โญ Clear communication + fast delivery. โญ Results-driven approach โ€” every video is built to convert. ๐Ÿงฉ Process / Workflow 1๏ธโƒฃ Discovery & Script: Understanding your brand message, goals, and target audience. 2๏ธโƒฃ Storyboard & Design: Developing engaging visual concepts and story flow that align with your brand identity. 3๏ธโƒฃ Animation & Voiceover: Bringing the visuals to life with smooth motion, balanced pacing, and clear narration. 4๏ธโƒฃ Revisions & Delivery: Refining every detail to ensure your final video is polished, on-brand, and ready to engage your audience. ๐ŸŽฅ Tools & Software Adobe After Effects โ€“ Motion Graphics / 2D Animation Adobe Premiere Pro โ€“ Video Editing / Post-Production Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop โ€“ Character Design / Assets Vyond & Doodly โ€“ Whiteboard Animation Figma โ€“ UI/UX Storyboards ๐Ÿ† Industries Served โœ… SaaS & Tech Startups โœ… E-Learning / Corporate Training โœ… Fintech & Crypto โœ… Marketing Agencies / Brands โœ… Healthcare / Consulting ๐Ÿค Letโ€™s Bring Your Story to Life Ready to create an explainer video that turns complex ideas into beautiful motion? ๐Ÿ“ฉ Message me today and letโ€™s start your next 2D animation project โ€” on time, on brand, and on point.

  • 2D Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Animation
  • Character Animation
  • Logo Animation
  • Video Animation
  • Explainer Video
  • Promotional Video
  • 2D Illustration
  • Motion Graphics
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Vyond
  • Doodle
  • Video Editing
Seyed Mohsen M.

London, United Kingdom

$40/hr
4.9
16 jobs

๐ŸŽฅ Looking for YouTube Motion Graphics that are Creative, On-Time, and Uniquely Styled? Hi, Iโ€™m mohsen โ€“ and I help creators, brands, and educators bring their ideas to life through motion graphics built specifically for YouTube. My approach is based on: ๐ŸŽจ Creative storytelling ๐Ÿ” Attention to detail โฐ Deadline commitment ๐Ÿงฉ And building a visual style thatโ€™s uniquely yours ๐Ÿ’ผ WHAT I DO: I specialize in YouTube-focused motion graphics and post-production services, including: โœ… Explainer Videos โ€“ Simplify complex topics with clear visuals โœ… Faceless Videos โ€“ Informative, clean, and engaging edits โœ… Documentary-Style Videos โ€“ Narrative-driven, visually rich content โœ… YouTube Branding Elements โ€“ Animated intros, outros, and transitions ๐Ÿง  EXPERIENCE โ€ข 1 Year of hands-on experience in Motion Graphics Design โ€ข Background in creating faceless and educational YouTube content โ€ข Experienced in crafting engaging visuals that boost viewer retention ๐Ÿ›  TOOLS I USE: โ€ข Adobe After Effects โ€“ Animation, motion design, transitions โ€ข Adobe Premiere Pro โ€“ Editing, syncing, pacing โ€ข Adobe Illustrator โ€“ Vector assets and custom elements โ€ข Adobe Photoshop โ€“ Visual enhancements and thumbnails โ€ข Blender โ€“ 2.5D/3D elements for YouTube motion graphics โ€ข Adobe Audition โ€“ Clean audio, voice sync, and mix ๐Ÿš€ READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL? If you're looking for a motion graphics editor who can deliver fast, stay creative, and build a visual identity that matches your content โ€“ letโ€™s talk! ๐Ÿ“ฉ Send me a message and letโ€™s bring your next YouTube video to life.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Blender
  • Video Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Explainer Video
  • Social Media Video
  • Short Video
  • YouTube Video
  • Documentary Video
  • AVS Video Editor
  • Real Estate Video
Tara Q.

Rhyl, United Kingdom

$25/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Looking for a 2D animator who does more than just animate someone who tells stories, builds brands, and creates emotion through motion? Youโ€™re in the right place. With 8+ years of experience in crafting high performing, custom 2D animations, I create visuals that donโ€™t just look great they connect, engage, and convert. From explainer videos and marketing animations to character driven storytelling, frame by frame hand drawn animation, and anime inspired visuals, I transform ideas into motion that feels truly alive. Whether youโ€™re a startup launching your first animation, an agency outsourcing premium motion work, or a brand aiming to emotionally connect with its audience Iโ€™ve helped hundreds of clients do exactly that through powerful storytelling and compelling animation. Why Work With Me? 7+ Years of Proven 2D Animation Experience Fully Custom, High Quality Animation Videos Strong Understanding of Storytelling & Marketing Psychology Engaging Characters, Visuals, Voiceovers & Narratives Expert in Frame by Frame & Hand Drawn Animation Anime-Style 2D Animation with expressive motion & detail Unlimited Revisions: Iโ€™m not done until you love it Boosts Engagement, Conversions & Brand Awareness ๐Ÿ’ก My 2D Animation Services โœ”๏ธ SaaS Explainer Videos โœ”๏ธ App & Software Tutorials โœ”๏ธ Product Demo Video โœ”๏ธ UI Animation โœ”๏ธ Motion Graphics โœ”๏ธ Character Animation โœ”๏ธ Hand-Drawn / Frame-by-Frame Animation โœ”๏ธ Anime-Style 2D Animation โœ”๏ธ Kinetic Typography โœ”๏ธ Social Media Ads โœ”๏ธ Animated Logos, Intros & Outros โœ”๏ธ Whiteboard Animation โœ”๏ธ Isometric 2D Animation โœ”๏ธ Cartoon Animation โœ”๏ธ Animated GIFs โœ”๏ธ Lottie & Infographic Videos ๐Ÿง  Tools I Use Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Illustrator Adobe Animate Photoshop & Figma (for pre animation design) Letโ€™s create 2D animation that doesnโ€™t just move it moves people. Whether you need sleek motion graphics, expressive hand drawn animation, or anime style storytelling, Iโ€™m ready to bring your vision to life frame by frame. Keywords: SaaS Explainer Videos | Explainer Videos | Product Demo Videos | Apple Motion | 2D Animation | Motion Graphics | Adobe Premiere Pro | Adobe After Effects | Software Demo Videos | Product Walkthrough Videos | App Explainer Videos | Business Explainer Videos | Startup Explainer Videos | Traditional 2D Animation | Anime Style Animation | Anime Animation | Cartoon Animation | Character Animation | Frame by Frame Animation | Motion Design | UI Animation | UX Animation | Product Animation | Promotional Animation | Brand Animation | Logo Animation | Marketing Videos | Animated Videos | Storytelling Animation | Visual Storytelling | Kinetic Typography | Social Media Videos | Video Editing | Video Production | Adobe Animate | Adobe Premiere Pro |

  • 2D Animation
  • Animation
  • Logo Animation
  • Video Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Apple Motion
  • UI Animation
  • Demo Video
  • Promotional Video
  • Video Production
  • SaaS
  • Explainer Video
  • Live Action Explainer
  • Motion Design
  • Animated Explainer
  • Medical Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Video Advertising
  • AI-Generated Video
Emaan T.

Reading, United Kingdom

$20/hr
5.0
28 jobs

Creative Visual Artist with Digital Marketing experience in varied in techniques and styles to meet job requirements. Motivated to develop marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and establish digital platform. Professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and. organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organisation and brand. Thank you for considering my profile. I look forward to the possibility of working together and contributing to your creative endeavors.

  • Animation
  • Poster
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Layout Design
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Adobe Animate
  • Character Design
  • Sony Vegas
  • Content Writing
  • Cartoon Art
  • Office 365
  • HubSpot
  • CRM Software

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