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Amir M.

South Salt Lake, Utah

$7/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a creative and detail-oriented AI Video & Image Creator, Graphic Designer, and Animator with a passion for turning ideas into stunning visuals. Specializing in AI-powered content creation, I design high-quality logos, branding packages, social media visuals, posters, animations, and modern digital graphics. With expertise in tools like Midjourney, Runway, Kling, Adobe Suite, and After Effects, I deliver polished, trend-forward designs that help brands stand out. Whether you need eye-catching AI-generated videos, professional branding, or engaging social media content, I combine creativity with technical precision to bring your vision to life — quickly and effectively. My Specialties include: 🎥 AI Video Creation Cinematic AI Videos (Grok, Runway, Sora, Arena, Kling) Lip-sync, character animation, talking avatars Storyboard -> final video workflows 1080x1920 & 1920x1080 delivery 🖼️ Al Image Generation & Enhancement Comfy UI custom workflows Comic / manga / illustration upscale Character consistency Product mockups Stylistic variation sets 🎙️ Al Audio & Voice High-quality TTS Voice cloning Dubbing & syncing Promo voices 🎨 Graphic Design (10+ years) Posters, logos banners Branding kits Motion graphic assets Social media ads & promotional content If you need a reliable and multi-skilled creative partner who can produce Al-powered videos, images, audio, and professional design, I'm here to help. Let's build something amazing together

  • Animation
  • AI Video Generation
  • Generative AI
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Image Generator
  • Graphic Design
  • Video Editing
  • Motion Graphics
  • Image Editing
  • AI Video Generator
  • AI-Generated Art
  • Video Ad
  • AI Music Generator
  • AI Audio Generator
  • Logo
  • Branding & Marketing
  • English to Persian Translation
  • AI-Generated Audio
  • AI Content Editing
Mario T.

Midvale, Utah

$30/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I am an award-winning Game Developer with expertise in scripting and game development in VR/Mobile/Desktop. Proficient in Unity C#, Unreal C++ & Blueprint, and Javascript, I specialize in designing engaging gameplay mechanics, level design, and user experiences, as well as creating custom materials and particle effects. I'm also a strong 3D Artist, with proficiency in Blender and have experience with Maya as well. My skills include rigging with FK/IK, animating, 3D modeling, Geometry Nodes, and Shaders. I do what I love. 3D animation and game development are my passions, and I'm always working on something even when I'm not working for a client, so I'm always keeping my skills sharp. ***Check out my portfolio for examples of my work at ArtStation/marigo8 and YouTube/marigo8_3D*** Awards: Utah Indie Game Jam 2022 - Grand Prize Game: Tethered in the Middle of Nowhere (details below) UVU Digital Media Showcase 2022 - Open Division Gold Game: The Warden’s Key (details below) Highlight Projects: UVU/NORTHROP GRUMMAN VR DRIVING SIM - UVU Senior Capstone Unreal Engine, Team of 4 Lead development for a prototype VR driver training simulation for Northrop Grumman. I wrote most of the code for the project, including truck physics, ensuring that it met Northrop Grumman's requirements and delivered a high-quality user experience. TETHERED IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE - Utah Indie Game Jam Unreal Engine, Blender, Solo A short game I made for the Utah Indie Game Jam 2022. I made all of the code and 3D assets in under 48 hours. This project won the grand prize. THE WARDEN’S KEY - Published Mobile Game Unity 3D, Blender, Solo 3D puzzle game I made for my junior project at UVU. Made all of the assets (aside from music) and coded several different game mechanics using Unity C# and Blender. I published it to the App Store and Google Play Store. This project won a gold award in the Digital Media Showcase at UVU. FORENSICS VR - UVU Student Employee Unreal Engine, Team of 2 A VR training simulator for forensics students. Researched actual forensics tools and implemented each of them from scratch, making sure they behave as accurately as possible.

  • Unity
  • C++
  • C#
  • Python
  • Unreal Engine
  • Game
  • Perforce
  • Git
  • 3D Modeling
  • TortoiseSVN
  • Game Design
  • 3D Rigging
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Blender
  • Game Development
Rameen K.

South Jordan, Utah

$25/hr
4.9
186 jobs

Greetings! I've been a professional for over 6+ years, providing top-notch graphics and animation solutions, all related to my core interest. I guarantee that every project is completed with both artistic flair and technical accuracy, thanks to my proficiency with Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and, lastly, Canva for quick, professional-grade design materials suitable for various platforms. Let's connect if you need sophisticated illustrations, captivating animations, or custom promotional graphics to take your business visuals to the next level! Expertise:- 🎨 Graphic Design – Custom logos, brochures, corporate identities, book designing, formatting, publishing, packaging, pitch decks, document layout and training manuals. 🎨 Illustration – Detailed hand-drawn illustrations for books, promotional material, and more. 🎬 Video Editing – Professional editing services using Adobe Premiere to enhance and polish your video content. 🎥 Animation – Creating animation-based videos including story development, voice-over recording, and complete animation. You will receive: ✅ 100% custom work ✅ Multiple previews, iterations, and revisions ✅ Professional communication with quick response ✅ Quick turnaround times ✅ 100% satisfaction and money-back guarantee ~Available in EST/PST/CST Timezone~ Ready to bring your visual projects to life? Let’s collaborate to create something amazing. Contact me today to get started!

  • 2D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Logo Design
  • Explainer Video
  • Animated Explainer
  • Graphic Design
  • Character Animation
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Brochure Design
  • Flyer Design
  • Editorial Design
  • Presentation Design
  • Live Action Explainer
  • Video Editing
Ryan S.

Orem, Utah

$35/hr
5.0
52 jobs

With over 20 years of experience in character and special effects animation at Dreamworks and Warner Bros, Ryan Simmons brings with him a well developed sense of movement, timing, design and character appeal. Over the years Ryan has won numerous awards for his animated concepts and commercial work. Self-motivated, accurate and schedule sensitive, Ryan skillfully meets deadlines consistently and efficiently.

  • Animation
  • 2D Animation
  • Character Design
  • Animation for Kids
  • Motion Graphics
  • Illustration
  • Cartoon Art
Amanda S.

Ogden, Utah

$60/hr
5.0
172 jobs

I am a professional illustrator and designer specializing in visual education, children's illustrations, and UI elements. My goal is to create designs that help students use their imaginations, solve problems, and develop empathy. My illustrations can be found in educational materials, picture books, magazines, posters, murals, and web graphics. My work includes character design and mascots, as well as UI elements for animations, games, and websites. I also specialize in whiteboard animations. Additionally, I create simple 2D animations, animated GIFs, storyboards, and concept art for other animators and designers. My animations are perfect for creating engaging educational content that can help you communicate complex ideas in a fun and easy-to-understand way. In addition to my focus on visual education, I have a strong background in t-shirt design. I have experience creating high-quality designs for small businesses and organizations that require smaller print runs. My designs are carefully crafted to meet the specific needs of each client and are sure to impress. I am proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Procreate, and I can work with a range of design styles to create custom designs that exceed expectations. Some of my clients include Heidi Songs, Teach This Australia, Carson-Dellosa Publishing, Page-A-Day Math, Digital Gravy Animation, BoosterShot Media, and Amber De La Garza - The Productivity Specialist. If you are looking for a skilled illustrator and designer who can create engaging and effective designs for visual education, t-shirt design, and more, please feel free to get in touch with me to discuss your project.

  • Adobe Animate
  • VideoScribe
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Vector Graphic
  • Illustration
  • Character Design
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Screen Printing
  • Character Illustration
  • Cartoon Art
  • UI Graphics
William S.

Park City, Utah

$68/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I've been working in CG since 1993 and have covered ground from Games to Corporate to Hollywood. My primary focus here on Upwork is around product design and rendering. Helping you visualize the products in a way that inspires your target audience. To do this I lean on the tools I have been using for over 30 years, and leveraging my experience helping both huge companies and small startups present their work in the best possible light. Lets do a call and see if we can get some work done. Cheers, _Will willanimate.com

  • Animation
  • AI-Generated Art
  • CGI
  • Wix
  • V-Ray
  • Particle Physics
  • Simulation Software
  • Product Design
  • Product Concept

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