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Ali C.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$15/hr
5.0
5 jobs

✦ Officially recognized by the Adobe & Behance Curation Team with a Feature Badge for design excellence. That’s the tier of execution I bring to your project. ❤️ I am a multi-disciplinary designer and art director with over 7 years of experience engineering high-end visual solutions. I don't just specialize in one corner of design; I bridge the gap between creative vision and real-world deployment across digital interfaces, physical brand touchpoints, premium print collateral, and spatial design. Whether you need an institutional-grade brand system, structured product packaging, high-converting digital interfaces, or production-ready marketing assets, I build visual solutions that look sharp, feel intentional, and command market authority. ✦ Design Capabilities: Brand Systems & Typography: Mathematical logo construction, responsive variants, and custom monograms. Digital & UI Design: Component-driven social media kits, modern layout systems, and clean Figma interfaces. Packaging & Editorial: Restrained, premium editorial formatting and high-end structural packaging design. ✦ My Process: 1. Deep Dive Overview ➔ 2. Targeted Questionnaire ➔ 3. Market Benchmarking ➔ 4. Visual Moodboarding ➔ 5. Concept Generation ➔ 6. Flawless Master Handoff (AI, SVG, PDF, Figma layouts). ✦ Toolkit: Illustrator · Figma · Photoshop · After Effects · Advanced Generative Workflows. 🔗 Full Portfolio: behance.net/Ali-Chammam 💬 Direct WhatsApp: +971 55 66 971 46

  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Brand Development
  • Branding
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Management
  • Presentation Design
  • Social Media Design
  • Infographic
  • Pitch Deck
  • Digital Marketing Materials
  • Logo Design
  • Logo
  • Visual Design
  • Presentations
Mahmoud F.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$35/hr
5.0
10 jobs

Languages Arabic | English Senior Art Director with 12+ years of experience creating cinematic visuals, bold concepts, and high-impact design for brands, agencies, and entrepreneurs. I specialize in blending creative direction with advanced AI tools to deliver fast, high-quality visuals across film, digital, and social. What I can do for you: • AI Cinematic Visuals (Midjourney + Runway + custom direction) • Creative Direction for campaigns, key visuals, and concept decks • Graphic Design + Branding systems • Storyboards + moodboards + pitch presentations • Social media content and visual storytelling • Fast turnaround + high communication quality Tools: Midjourney • Runway • Nano Banana • Kling • Google Veo • Photoshop • Illustrator • After Effects

  • Art Direction
  • Graphic Design
  • Creative Direction
  • AI Image Generation
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Video Generation
  • Photo Editing
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Social Media Design
  • Midjourney AI
  • Runway
  • Storyboard
  • Brand Identity
  • Logo Design
Misch M.

Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

$15/hr
4.5
32 jobs

Hi, I’m Misch and I help brands turn content into growth. With 10+ years of social media agency experience,, I create strategic, high-performing content that looks good and delivers results. From viral reels to full-scale campaigns, I focus on making your audience stop, engage, and connect (all with just a touch of Ai). Expertise: • Social Media Strategy • Social Media Management • Ai Content Creation • Ai Product Imagery • Ai UGC Talking Head Videos • Copywriting • Scriptwriting • Reels Editing and Direction • Branding Strategy • Video Editing • Web Design Get in touch today, and let's create something viral together! 📈🚀

  • Logo Design
  • Web Design
  • Brand Development
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Concept Design
  • Video Editing
  • Strategic Planning
  • Strategy
  • Social Media Design
  • Hashtag Strategy
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Branding
  • Digital Strategy
  • Ad Creative
  • Content Strategy
Sanwal A.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$20/hr
4.8
44 jobs

Game UI/UX Designer & Visual Branding Specialist Top Rated · 10+ Years · Game Industry I help game studios and developers bridge the gap between complex mechanics and intuitive, AAA-quality visuals — from the first HUD wireframe to the promotional poster that drives downloads. 10+ Years in Game Industry 2000+ Projects Shipped AAA Visual Standard PC · Mobile · Web3 · PlayStation Platforms Covered With over 10 years of dedicated experience in the game industry, I specialise in creating cohesive visual ecosystems — from the first UX wireframe to the final promotional campaign that converts viewers into players. Whether you're building a Web3 / NFT title, a casual mobile game, or a hardcore PC experience, I deliver visuals that feel native to your world and intentional in every pixel. I don't just make assets — I build visual languages. Your in-game HUD, your App Store icon, and your Steam capsule art will speak the same design dialect, creating brand consistency that players recognise and trust before they ever press Start. Having worked across PC, console, mobile, and Web3 game projects, I understand technical constraints, platform guidelines, and the business reality of shipping on time. My workflow blends UX research, interactive prototyping, and AI-accelerated concepting (Midjourney, Stable Diffusion) to hit creative milestones faster — without sacrificing craft on the final deliverable. Player-Centric UI/UX: UX research, user flows, wireframing, and interactive prototyping in Figma. Players never feel lost. Premium Game Graphics: 2D assets, HUDs, icons, splash screens — a consistent art style that breathes life into your world. Game Branding & Promo: Store capsules, promotional posters, social ads — visuals designed to convert viewers into players. AI-Enhanced Workflow: Midjourney & Stable Diffusion for rapid concepting — 100% polished and original final delivery. Game UI / UX Design: Game HUDs, Main Menus, Pause Screens, Map Systems, Loading Screens, Inventory UI, Skill Trees, Dialogue UI, User Flows, Wireframing, Interactive Prototypes, UI Redesign, Mobile UI & Web3 UI Game Art & Graphics: 2D Game Assets, Vector Graphics, Sprite Sheets, Icon Design, Splash Screens, Loading Screens, NFT Artwork, Concept Art, Character Art (2D), Environment Frames, UI Illustration Game Branding: Game Logo Design, Brand Identity, Style Guides, Font Selection, Colour Systems, World-Building Art, Art Direction, Visual Language Marketing & Promotion: Steam Capsule Art, App Store Graphics, Promo Posters, Social Media Ads, Banner Ads, Storefront Creatives, Kickstarter Graphics, Press Kit Design, Trailer Frames Software & Tech Stack: 🖌 Photoshop Compositing · Art ✏️ Illustrator Vector · Icons 📐 Figma UI · Prototyping 🎮 Unity UI Implementation 🌟 After Effects UI Animation 🤖 Midjourney AI Concepting 🔥 Stable Diffusion AI Workflow 🎨 Affinity Design · Photo Why Work with Me: ✦ Consistency Your in-game UI and social media marketing speak the same visual language — always. ✦ 10+ Years of Expertise I understand game technical constraints, platform specs, and player psychology — deeply. ✦ Deadline Reliability Clear milestones, proactive communication, and professional art direction on every project. ✦ Full-Spectrum Delivery from UX wireframes to finished promo posters — one creative partner for your whole pipeline. Keywords & Specialisations: Game UI/UX Designer, Art Director, Mobile Game Interface, Game HUD Design, 2D Game Assets, Game Promo Artist, Social Media Graphics, Unity UI, Web3 Game Design, NFT Game Art, Casual Game Art, Vector Graphics, Interactive Prototyping, Figma UI, Splash Screen Design, Game Marketing Materials, Steam Capsule Art, App Store Graphics, Game Branding, Game Logo Design, PC Game Design, Game Style Guide, Hardcore Game UI, Game Press Kit & UX Research 📌 Note: Every project is unique. To ensure the highest quality and prevent cancellations, please message me for a brief consultation before placing an order. Final pricing and timelines are tailored to your specific scope and requirements.

  • Graphic Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Game
  • Game Art
  • User Interface Design
  • Game UI/UX Design
  • Mobile Game
  • PC Game
  • Video Game
  • 2D Game Art
  • UIKit
  • UI Graphics
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • UI Animation
  • GUI Design
  • Figma
  • Game Design
  • Game Design Document
  • UX & UI
  • UX & UI Design
Omer Mairaj A.

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

$25/hr
4.6
109 jobs

I'm Omer Mairaj Abbasi, an Amazon specialist with extensive expertise in advertising and store creation. With a track record of 1000+ product listings, 200+ EBC A+ Content Creations, 500+ DSP and Prime Day Banners, and 50+ storefronts, I'm your ticket to Amazon FBA Private Label Success!

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Web Design
  • Animation
  • Mobile UI Design
  • Social Media Imagery
  • Banner Ad Design
  • Brand Marketing
  • Product Listing Ad
  • 3D Product Rendering
  • Amazon Advertising Console
  • Social Media Ad Campaign
  • Product Listings
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Brand Style Guide
Helen A.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$94/hr
4.8
344 jobs

Packaging & Label Designer with 10+ years in food, beverage, cosmetics, and supplements. I deliver print-ready files, 3D mockups (boxes, pouches, bottles, cans) that is brand-consistent, sales-driven, and optimized for print. Delivery of a ready-to-use packaging concept within 4–5 days. Final deliverables: editable AI/PSD, print-ready PDF, dielines, and export assets for e-commerce. I design packaging that sells — from labels, boxes, jars, and bottles to print-ready dielines and 3D mockups. My work helps brands stand out on the shelf, boost recognition, and increase sales. Labels, boxes, pouches, bottles, jars (CMYK/Pantone) Print-ready dielines (AI/PDF, keylines, bleed, varnish/foil layers) Prepress & vendor coordination — from concept to production $200K+ earned • 260+ jobs • F&B + Beauty/WELLNESS brands • Repeat clients I'll design packaging that not only grabs attention but also reflects your brand's values, setting you apart from the competition. You'll have a unique brand image that boosts sales, enhances recognition, and connects with your customers. Unique concept for your packaging in 4-5 days. Within a week, you will receive the packaging design, mockups and guideline materials. I don't use templates in my work. I'll create a professional logo, packaging, corporate identity, brand book or social media design that capture consumers’ attention, represent the core values of your brand and help you stand out among competitors. With me, you will acquire a new unique brand image and style, which will help you sell your products better, improve your recognition, and simplify communication with your customers. I will be glad to provide the following services (including, but not limited to): 🔸 Packaging Design 🔸 Logo and Guideline 🔸 Corporate Style (business card, letterhead, badge, corporate clothing, corporate transport, and so on) 🔸 Brand book creation (files for logo options for different printing, set of rules for the logo, color schemes, layout of design elements, business card, letterhead, badge, corporate clothing, corporate transport, etc.) I am best at developing the packaging concept and packaging design. I study each project in-depth and pay a lot of attention to the needs of my clients. Therefore, many of them become long-term partners and friends. Packaging Design is my passion, and I have been creating Packaging for over 10 years. I help my clients reinvent the image of their business. For most of my clients, their business is a lifetime career, and I am honored that they entrust me with the creation of their products. It is a big responsibility. My projects help clients sell their products and services and make a great profit. I am always punctual in my work and try to achieve the best result on time. You can check the packaging and brand identity projects in my portfolio as well as other works of mine. I have a unique style. I develop myself in different directions to expand my horizons and enhance my creativity. I will be happy to cooperate and answer your questions. Please message me today so we can start working together! Best regards Helen

  • Packaging Design
  • Label Design
  • Label & Packaging Design
  • Food Packaging
  • Bag Packaging
  • Food & Supplements
  • Food & Beverage
  • Mockup
  • Printable File
  • Product Label
  • Product Design
  • Bottle
  • Branding
  • Brand Identity
  • Packaging Dieline

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