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Graphic Designer, Creative Director, Musician and Illusionist from Los Angeles, California. It might seem peculiar that I get excited thinking about colors, typography, brands, music and magic but my passion for all aspects of graphic design and creativity have remained strong throughout my life and 15+ year career. My background includes corporate, agency and freelance graphic design experience, with a history of leading digital/print projects to acclaimed completion.

I'm a top 1% expert-vetted branding strategist and designer on Upwork, and a partner at Glekel, a design studio based in Los Angeles. My background: * Master’s Degree in Brand Strategy and Design, ArtCenter, Pasadena, California. * Clients from growing startups to larger organizations including PepsiCo, Netflix, Edelweiss, the City of Los Angeles, Panda Express, Healf * Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising and Graphic Design, British Higher School of Art & Design I have experience across various industries such as tech, healthcare, food, and fashion, and have worked in PR, advertising, marketing, architecture, and graphic design. My strength lies in multitasking and adapting to any situation. I thrive on constant movement and development, which fuels my inspiration and provides creative solutions for new projects. You can google me!

I’m a brand and web designer with extensive experience helping entrepreneurs, authors, and small businesses elevate their visual identity. I specialize in creating cohesive brands that not only look beautiful but also communicate clearly and professionally. My work includes logo design, full brand identity systems, Wix and website design, social media graphics, and marketing materials. I’ve worked with a wide range of clients, from startups launching their first brand to established businesses looking for a refresh. My approach combines strong visual design with strategic thinking so every project supports your business goals and audience. Services I offer include: • Logo and brand identity design • Wix and website design • Social media templates and graphics • Marketing and promotional materials • Brand refresh and rebranding I’m committed to clear communication, efficient timelines, and delivering work that helps businesses stand out.

Specializing in: Brand assets, event collateral, POS, social media campaigns, packaging, animated and static web banners. Adobe Creative Cloud, Illustrator, InDesign, PhotoShop, AfterEffects, PremierPro Hello, I'm Alison. A SoCal native who views the world through a creative lens. I am always looking to concept and create something beautiful. I have worked for both small companies and big agencies all over the country. Over time, I found that freelancing and building small teams work best for me and my clients' budgets and timelines. I have 20+ years experience specializing in building the brand experience cohesively through print, digital, social media, retail marketing, and packaging design.

As a seasoned Creative Director with over 20 years of experience, I’ve successfully delivered 250+ projects and generated over $900,000 in revenue on Upwork. My expertise lies in crafting compelling brand identities, marketing strategies, and design solutions that drive measurable results. I specialize in working with industries including biotech, healthcare, tourism, and energy, helping businesses establish strong, lasting connections with their audiences. Here’s why clients keep coming back to me and my Agency: • Proven Track Record: Clients have seen up to 300% ROI after implementing my branding strategies. • Award-Winning Expertise: Recognized for innovative designs and creative leadership. • Seamless Collaboration: Known for my ability to listen, adapt, and deliver above expectations. Let’s turn your vision into impactful designs that elevate your brand. Let's talk!

Hi there! I’m Jessica Nicole, your dedicated Art Director, Graphic Designer, Image Editor, and Generative AI Artist. Think of me as your creative Swiss Army knife for all things visual -- but not just any ol' Swiss Army knife; one with some cool stickers and a nostalgic keychain dangling off the mini can-opener attachment. If you’re after visuals that are bold, new, eye-catching, and scroll-stopping, you’re in the right place. Let’s create something worth staring at! LET'S CREATE SOME VISUAL CANDY ◾️ Full creative direction ◾️ Ad creation ◾️ Product imagery creation ◾️ Video creation ◾️ Update/Upscale imagery ◾️ Professional photo editing services ◾️ Project management ◾️ Presentations ◾️ Merch design ◾️ Imagery creation for branding, content creation, and visual identities ◾️ Branding materials ◾️ Logo creation ◾️ Hyper-realistic AI "faux"tography ◾️ AI video clip creation ◾️ Short form video production and editing ◾️ Production of visual textures, designs, and patterns ◾️ Image upscaling services for large-scale advertising surfaces and high-quality prints ◾️ Storybook character creation or picture book imagery ◾️ Book covers ◾️ Writing engaging and compelling content for blogs, social media, captions, stories, product descriptions, advertisements, email newsletters, website content, etc. ◾️TLDR : Honestly… you name it, let’s make it happen. :) SOFTWARE EXPERTISE ▫️Adobe Photoshop ▫️Midjourney ▫️RunwayML ▫️Kaiber ▫️Topaz Photo AI ▫️ChatGPT ▫️Canva ▫️CapCut ▫️Adobe Creative Suite