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Cody F.

Raleigh, North Carolina

$75/hr
5.0
138 jobs

I help SaaS and technology companies explain what their product does quickly and clearly. From product demos and UI walkthroughs to explainer videos, onboarding content, and product launches, I create motion design that makes complex products easy to understand. I'm Cody R. Fisher, an Expert-Vetted motion designer in Upwork's Top 1%. You know your product inside and out. Your users don't. That's where I come in. I've worked with IBM, Google, Citrix, AT&T, Netflix, ESPN, ABC, and high-growth SaaS companies to turn products, features, and workflows into videos that educate, onboard, and convert. My process is simple: message first, design second, animation last. By focusing on the explanation before the visuals, projects stay aligned, revisions stay low, and the final video stays focused on the audience. Services include: SaaS product explainer videos Product demos and walkthroughs UI and app animation Onboarding and feature adoption videos Product launch videos Marketing and landing page videos B2B software demonstrations Video editing and motion graphics Character animation when it supports the message Whether you have a finished script, a rough outline, or simply screen recordings of your product, I can help shape the story and turn it into a polished final video. I work primarily in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • 2D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Animated Explainer
  • Motion Design
  • SaaS
  • UI Animation
  • Product Onboarding
  • Customer Onboarding
  • B2B Marketing
  • Character Animation
  • Explainer Video
  • Marketing Video
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Illustrator
Travis B.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$75/hr
5.0
19 jobs

Currently working as a freelance Art Director / Designer / Animator in Charlotte, NC. After graduating from Western Carolina University, he took a full time position at Charlotte, NC based Snap5. He began as a Junior Designer, after previously spending a summer there as an intern. Working closely with the Speed Channel and NASCAR, he quickly graduated to designing and animating show packages, as well as lending a hand in the Speed Channel’s network rebrand. From there he took a position as Senior Designer at Signal, also based in Charlotte, NC. He continued to develop his animation and design skills, working on show packages for ESPN, Fox, Speed Channel, and Voom Networks, as well as the opening title sequences for various independent films. In 2008, he moved to New York to continue his career, this time as a freelance designer/animator. After working with Wee Beastie several times as a freelancer, the chemistry was just right, and he was offered a full time position as Art Director. In 2014, he was brought to Los Angeles to assist with the opening of sister company Denizen, acting as Art Director for both companies. He continues his work in the television industry, working with clients such as ABC, Discovery Channel, TLC, National Geographic Channel, Food Network, Cooking Channel, Animal Planet, Geico, and Disney.

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Compositing
  • Motion Graphics
  • Graphic Design
  • Motion Design
  • Motion Retouching
  • Green Screen
ANDREW B.

Leland, North Carolina

$45/hr
5.0
25 jobs

I have been creating and developing worlds for 20 years. This includes character, background and logo design, plot development, world building and sequential art. I am also proficient in animation and SPFX makeup and work in film as a props person and special effects. I currently write, color and lettering my own book. I work comic book conventions and do on-site and by-order commission work. I also sell books, prints, stickers, t-shirts and sketch cards online on my website, MaddBonez dot com. I have created over 50,000 randomly generated digital art NFTs in over a dozen collections on various blockchains. I have a very adaptive art style and am able to do anything from childish cartoon art to graphic and gruesome comic book cover art. I am willing to work with you to fit your budget and needs. Timing and perseverance are two of my finest strengths and I will be sure to hit every deadline with an open line of communication.

  • Animation
  • Logo Design
  • Cartoon Style
  • Anime
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Comic Art
  • Manga
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Drawing
  • Cryptocurrency
  • 2D Design
  • Illustration
  • Digital Painting
  • Sequential Art
DeVante W.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$60/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I help businesses turn raw footage into high-performing short-form videos that increase visibility, engagement, and brand credibility across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. If your content looks “okay” but isn’t getting traction, that’s usually an editing and pacing problem — not a content problem. That’s where I come in. I have 15+ years of professional experience filming and editing video, including work that’s generated 100M+ combined views online. Today, I focus on helping businesses and brands create clean, modern, scroll-stopping social content without wasting time or budget. What I specialize in: Short-form social clips (Reels, TikTok, Shorts) Business promos & brand storytelling Event, behind-the-scenes, and lifestyle content Animation and Producing Platform-optimized edits for ads and organic growth What you get working with me: Fast turnaround (24–48h, rush available) Clean, professional edits that don’t look “DIY” Correct aspect ratios, pacing, hooks, and captions Clear communication and reliable delivery I work best with businesses that want their content to look established, consistent, and intentional — not random or rushed. 📩 Message me with: What your business does Where the video will be posted Your goal (engagement, leads, brand awareness) I’ll tell you the best way to cut your content for results.

  • Animation
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Film & Video
  • Videography
  • Drone Videography
  • Wedding & Event Video
  • Music Video
  • Photography
  • Color Grading
  • Graphic Design
  • Motion Graphics
  • Audio Editing
Ibrahim W.

Raleigh, North Carolina

$25/hr
4.9
24 jobs

🎯✨ Top-Rated Motion Designer & 2D Animation Expert 🏅 Looking to boost your brand with professional motion graphics and 2D animated explainer videos that convert? You’re in the right place. I’m Ibrahim Wali, a motion designer with 5+ years of experience specializing in 2D animation, explainer videos, motion graphics, product demo videos, logo animation, and promotional videos. I create high-quality, visually engaging animations that help businesses increase engagement, explain ideas clearly, and drive results. What I create: ✅ SaaS Explainer Videos that make complex ideas simple ✅ Product Demos that help boost sales ✅ Motion Graphics with smooth, clean transitions ✅ 2D Animated Explainers with visuals that pop ✅ Infographic Animations that make data exciting ✅ Line Art, Stick Figure and Isometric 2D Animations for a modern style ✅ Lottie and Web Animations for interactive designs I work with Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Figma, and Toon Boom Harmony to create animations with fluid motion, creative typography, and sleek transitions that keep viewers hooked. Why choose me: • Animations that truly connect with your audience • Professional, polished visuals • Friendly communication, quick turnaround, and unlimited revisions until you’re happy Let’s make something amazing together. Send me a message or click “Invite” and we’ll bring your vision to life. 💥

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Storyboarding
  • 2D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • SaaS
  • Product Demonstration
  • Explainer Video
  • Animated Explainer
  • Demo Video
  • UI Animation
  • Video Animation
  • Character Animation
  • Motion Design
  • Animated GIF
  • Intro & Outro Animation Design
  • AI Video Generation
  • AI Image Generation
  • AI-Generated Art
  • Cartoon Animation
Max M.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$60/hr
4.8
167 jobs

I help brands and small businesses create high-converting short-form ads and motion graphics that drive engagement, leads, and sales. I’m a US-based Motion Designer with 10+ years of experience in video production, 2D/3D animation, and performance-focused content creation. I don’t just “edit videos.” I build attention hooks in the first 3 seconds, structure storytelling for retention, and design visuals that convert. 🔥 What I specialize in: • Short-form ads (TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts) • SaaS & explainer videos • 2D/3D motion graphics (Cinema 4D + Octane/Redshift) • AI-enhanced production workflows • Performance-optimized ad creatives I’ve worked with international brands and startups, delivering content that stands out in competitive markets. If you’re looking for a creative partner — not just an editor — let’s build content that performs.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Storyboarding
  • 2D Animation
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Explainer Video
  • Promotional Video
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • Logo Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • 3D Modeling
  • Video Editing
  • 3D Animation
  • Motion Design
  • Video Advertising

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