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Martin M.

Chicago, Illinois

$45/hr
4.9
12 jobs

35 years experience in Art Direction, Design, Production, Motion Graphics, Films. I welcome all opportunities in graphic design, motion graphics, video editing, AI software, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign and Production. Thank You!

  • Adobe After Effects
  • 2D Animation
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Graphic Design
  • Video Production
  • Parallax Scrolling
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Animated GIF
  • Video Editing
  • Photo Editing
  • Apple Motion
  • Motion Graphics
Eric R.

Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
4.8
53 jobs

Creative professional, artist, designer and learning ed developer wrapped into one! I create engaging and professional communication products for clients in a multitude of industries, including healthcare, technology, education, finance, and more. For the past ten years, I have built a large customer base that utilizes my videos to streamline their communication channels and make their businesses more efficient. My goal is to create amazing content that sells your product, explains your service, and grows your business. I am always happy to take new clients so feel free to contact me today!

  • Storyboarding
  • 2D Animation
  • Explainer Video
  • Stock Footage
  • Video Production
  • Scripting
  • Concept Development
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Animation for Kids
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Social Media Website
  • Audio Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Illustration
  • Video Editing
Meghan S.

Chicago, Illinois

$35/hr
5.0
21 jobs

I'm a motion designer and video editor with experience creating storyboards, graphics, animations, and video edits for a wide variety of clients. With 5+ years of experience in the marketing field, I've worked with many teammates to implement campaigns across socials, web, and traditional media. Videos: -UGC edits -hype reels -trending social media content -Talking head -Podcast edits Animations: -Logo animation -Explainer video -Kinetic typography -SaaS and UI animation I'm skilled in Adobe Creative Suite applications, esp. After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop and Premiere Pro, as well as Figma and Canva.

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Editing
  • Motion Graphics
  • Photo Editing
Tiffani B.

Chicago, Illinois

$150/hr
5.0
71 jobs

Tiffani is an award-winning video editor and motion graphic designer based out of Chicago. She has demonstrable experience working with both large and small brands to craft compelling video content. Most of her time is spent working on promotional/marketing/advertising projects, but she also has experience in both long and short form documentary style content, as well as narrative editing.

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • 2D Animation
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Photo Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Editing
  • Video Production
Cristian A.

Chicago, Illinois

$150/hr
5.0
101 jobs

🚀 Comprehensive Self-Publishing Solutions for All Platforms + Creative Services That Bring Your Stories to Life! Need expert guidance to self-publish your book, graphic novel, or creative project across major platforms while ensuring it stands out with professional design, marketing, and branding? As a full-service boutique art and design studio, I offer end-to-end self-publishing services tailored for authors and creators. With 15+ years of experience and hundreds of projects launched in genres like fiction, non-fiction, comics, and illustrated children's books, I specialize in turning ideas into polished, market-ready products that drive sales and engagement! 📚 My Core Services: Self-Publishing Assistance for All Platforms (Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Barnes & Noble Press, Apple Books, Kobo Writing Life, Smashwords, Lulu, Google Play Books, Audible, Spotify, and more) Graphic Novel Creation, Pencils, Inks, Colours, Lettering, and Print or Webtoons Formatting Book Design, Interior Layout, and Cover Art Marketing and Promotion Strategies (Social Media, Email Campaigns, Launch Plans) Branding and Product Design (Logos, Merchandise, Visual Identity) Storyboards and Animation for Multimedia Projects 🎨 Tech Stack & Tools: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) Final Draft and Scrivener for Formatting Canva and Figma for Quick Prototypes Mailchimp and ConvertKit for Marketing Google Analytics and SEO Tools (SEOPanel, Greenflare, Ahrefs, SEMrush) Procreate and ToonSquid for Storyboarding and Animation 📈 Marketing & Branding That Drives Success: I’m not just a designer — I’m a marketing specialist helping creators build their brand and reach audiences effectively. Whether it's SEO-optimized book descriptions, targeted ad campaigns, or full branding packages, I craft strategies that boost visibility, increase sales, and grow your reader base on platforms worldwide. Let’s turn your manuscript into a bestseller — or your idea into a captivating graphic novel! 📩 Message me to schedule a FREE discovery call!

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Comics
  • Manga
  • Mascot Logo
  • Oil Painting
  • Comic Art
  • Painting
  • Freestyle Drawing
  • Drawing
  • Character Design
  • Comic Book
  • Fine Art
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • Illustration
Greg L.

Chicago, Illinois

$65/hr
5.0
36 jobs

I make motion graphics that get to the point—and get results. With 10+ years of experience, I’ve created sharp, effective content for brands like Google, John Deere, Steele, and political campaigns across the country. I specialize in explainers, logo animation, political ads, sizzle reels, short-form documentaries, and live presentation visuals. Need voiceover? I offer a smart blend of real voice actors and advanced AI—male or female, any tone—so you get high-quality VO without the full studio cost. Perfect when budgets are tight but standards are high. I’m strongest in After Effects and Premiere, and proficient in Cinema 4D, Illustrator, and Photoshop. I also handle scripting, editing, and sound design with speed and precision. I respond fast, collaborate well, and prioritize projects that inform, persuade, or actually help people. Let’s make something that matters—and make it look great.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Explainer Video
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Promotional Video
  • Streaming Graphics Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Voice-Over
  • Animated Explainer
  • Flat Animation
  • Caption
  • Motion Design
  • Infographic

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