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Halit D.

Los Angeles, California

$50/hr
5.0
13 jobs

I'll script, film, and edit conversion-focused ads for you. Brands that I worked with include HoMedics, Whop, and WetCat Towels. Here's what I can do for you: - Script, film and edit ads built around your offer & audience - Edit existing footage into high-performing ad creatives - Film on-location or in any desired environment - Deliver multiple versions for A/B testing Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

  • Ad Creative
  • UGC
  • Content Creation
  • Copywriting
  • Video Editing
  • Scripting
  • Film & Video
Matthew A.

Los Angeles, California

$40/hr
5.0
54 jobs

Hi, I’m Matty! A Creative Designer with 12+ years of experience turning ideas into clear, effective design across digital, print, brand, and content. When your content isn’t landing, ads aren’t converting, or the design feels scattered, it’s not a lack of effort. It’s a need for design that understands both brand and performance. That’s where I come in. I help brands and agencies bring their marketing to life, whether that’s paid social, motion graphics, or UI/UX. What I do best: ✔ Paid Media Ads (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Google) ✔ Social Content & Templates ✔ Motion Graphics & Video Editing ✔ Website Design (Webflow, Squarespace, Shopify, Figma) ✔ Branding & Logo Development ✔ Presentation Design ✔ UI/UX for Web & Mobile ✔ Email Campaign Graphics ✔ Creative & Art Direction Why work with me? I design with intent, move fast, and communicate clearly. I understand how to support marketing goals and make content that converts, without hand-holding or wasted rounds. Clients usually come to me when they need: – Reliable creative support for campaigns and launches – High-quality design that’s on-brand and built to perform – A designer who can jump in, understand the brief, and deliver If you’re looking for someone who brings consistency, experience, and sharp execution, let’s talk.

  • Paid Media
  • Advertising
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • YouTube
  • Motion Graphics
  • Marketing
  • Paid Social
  • Facebook Ad Campaign
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Statics
  • Art Direction
  • Marketing Advertising
  • Brand Design
Reynold K.

Rancho Mission Viejo, California

$68/hr
4.9
68 jobs

🔥 TOP RATED FREELANCER 🔥 Currently managing more than $210k/month. Hey guys, I'm a former product manager turned digital marketing pro with a proven track record of optimizing conversion rates and driving revenue growth. With a background at Boingo Wireless, where I managed conversion rate optimization across millions of users and dozens of funnels through continuous A/B testing, I understand the nuances of maximizing conversions. During my tenure, we were generating millions of dollars in revenue per day, showcasing the depth of my expertise. Building on this experience, I ventured into entrepreneurship by launching and successfully selling two Shopify stores after 2.5 years of operation. It was here running hundreds of thousands in ad spend across Google & Facebook that I really honed my skills with media buying, Shopify CRO, & email marketing. My success in these ventures propelled me into working with other clients who sought to replicate my results. Over the past decade, I've collaborated with numerous ecommerce and technology companies, providing comprehensive marketing solutions across the entire funnel. My approach is holistic, encompassing high-level strategic planning and hands-on tactical implementation. I specialize in FULL FUNNEL MARKETING, managing every aspect from traffic acquisition to email/SMS marketing. Here's a breakdown of my core areas of expertise: 🔹 Media Buying & Traffic Acquisition: Proficient in driving traffic through various platforms, including Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Snapchat, TikTok, and more. I tailor strategies to each platform's unique audience and dynamics to maximize ROI. 🔹 Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO): I excel at fine-tuning landing pages, websites, and Shopify stores to maximize conversion rates. This often overlooked aspect of marketing funnels can have a substantial impact on your bottom line. 🔹 Email Marketing & SMS Marketing: I leverage email and SMS marketing to establish effective customer communication channels. My strategies are designed to engage and retain customers, driving long-term revenue growth. I have a full graphic design team I work with on my end for all creative assets we need (landing pages, ad creative, email images/templates). I also have a development team for any/all customizations to the website, landing page, and/or Shopify site/apps. Additionally, metrics are the FOUNDATION of everything I do. I provide a reporting dashboard & weekly reporting all action items, insights, and learnings as well as new action items based on what we've learned each week. I'm interested in working with good, smart people or teams and innovative products. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. -Renny **FULL TRANSPARENCY: My services align well with advertisers that are either somewhat established (have dipped their toe in the water with paid ads) or who have a minimum budget of $3k-$5k/mo. Below that budget (because you try to get a 3x ROI) you probably wouldn't get as much margin/profit on your ad spend to cover the costs of my services.**

  • Google Ads
  • Google Analytics
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Product Development
  • Product Management
  • Google Search
  • Snapchat Marketing
  • TikTok Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Landing Page
  • A/B Testing
  • Startup Company
  • B2B Marketing
Philip L.

Roseville, California

$50/hr
5.0
12 jobs

I am Philip Lee, a motion designer & video editor with 6+ years of experience working in motion graphics and post production. I have worked as both a freelancer and over 4 years spent in-agency, for clients related to healthcare, internet services and technology, sports and non-profit industries. I have B.A. in Film & Digital Media from University of California, Santa Cruz. My skill set includes 2D & 3D Animation, Kinetic Typography, Character Animation, Rotoscoping and Visual FXs.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Audition
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Production
  • Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Audio Editing
Ryan L.

Long Beach, California

$95/hr
5.0
155 jobs

With over twenty years of Agency and Freelance experience, I specialize in HTML5 Display Ads, Social and Web Branded Content Creation, Motion Graphics (Intros, Logo Reveals, Outros, Editing, Animation), and Dynamic DCO Ads. As a good communicator, and providing quick turn around times, I am looking to partner with long-term clients.

  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe Animate
  • Web Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe After Effects
  • JavaScript
  • HTML5
  • Video Production
  • Social Media Ad Campaign
  • Rich Media
Gabe H.

Oakland, California

$87/hr
5.0
22 jobs

I help brands conquer their acquisition goals with a science-based approach that delivers award-winning results*. With a decade of paid social experience, I’ve managed $300k+/mo ad budgets for brands like Gridwise, The GOAT Wall Art, and Hugo (acq by Calendly), and lowered all of the acquisition costs by at least 40% with performance driven ad management and ad creative that inspires action. As a creative strategist, my process begins with storyboarding ad creative rooted in sales psychology, then rapidly testing creative concepts and video hooks using AI, actors, and animators to design hero ad creatives that save the day. Like the time I lowered Keap’s CPA by 70% with one video (official Meta case study*). “Gabe’s understanding of digital marketing is second to none! He transformed our marketing efforts with dynamic creative and a growth hacking framework that had a huge impact on our overall acquisition efforts.” - Darren Chait, VP Growth, Calendly Interested in breakthrough results? Let’s chat!

  • Advertising
  • Paid Social
  • Social Media Ad Campaign
  • Creative Strategy
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Video Advertising
  • Social Media Advertising

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