I create high-performing ad visuals using AI + design.
Replacing photoshoots, speeding up production and giving you more creatives to test - faster.
WHAT I DO
I work with brands and agencies to produce:
- Paid social ad creatives (Meta, TikTok)
- AI-generated campaign visuals
- Scalable content systems (multiple formats, fast iterations)
Every concept is designed with performance in mind - not just aesthetics.
MY EDGE
I’m not just prompting.
I’m a designer.
Which means:
- strong visual hierarchy
- understanding of ad performance
- knowing what actually stops the scroll
AI is just the tool. I bring the direction.
VALUE
In many cases, I replace the need for:
- photoshoots
- stock image subscriptions
- large creative teams
→ saving time, budget, and production complexity
WORK STYLE
I like working fast, iterating quickly, and improving based on performance.
No overcomplication. No endless back and forth.
___________
If you're looking for faster creative production without sacrificing quality -
let’s talk!
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Adobe XD
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Social Media Advertising
Social Media Content Creation
Intercultural Communication
Digital Illustration
Colorful Style
Luis Sousa T.
Porto, Portugal
$60/hr
4.9
94 jobs
I’m a Senior Brand Identity Designer helping brands modernise their visual identity and build consistent, long-term brand systems.
I work with startups, established companies and cultural institutions, translating brand strategy into clear visual identities, editorial structures and digital assets that work consistently across platforms.
With over 15 years of experience, I’ve developed brand identities, brand guidelines, editorial publications and digital communication systems, always with a strong focus on clarity, consistency and long-term use.
What I can help you with:
— Brand identity & visual identity systems
— Logo design & brand guidelines
— Editorial design (books, catalogues, publications)
— Digital assets & social media design
— Digital design for web and communication assets
— Art direction & visual consistency across platforms
I work closely with clients, combining strategic thinking with a strong visual approach, ensuring every design decision supports the brand’s positioning and message.
If you’re looking for a senior brand designer who can translate strategy into clear, structured and visually strong outcomes, feel free to get in touch — I’m happy to discuss your project.
Art Direction
Brand Guidelines
Digital Design
Brand Identity Design
Brand Design
Corporate Brand Identity
Visual Identity
Brand Strategy
Brand Positioning
Editorial Design
Social Media Design
Presentation Design
Publication Design
Style Guide Development
Logo Design
Vasco S.
Lisbon, Portugal
$45/hr
5.0
69 jobs
I will generate more sales/leads for your DTC Business through highly converting Landing Pages & Ad Creatives.
With a combination of design expertise and a dynamic AI workflow I will turn your visitors into customers. Generated $1M+ in sales for clients with personalized Ad Creatives and Landing Pages.
You will work with an Award winning Graphic Designer (previous clients include BMW, Heineken and AG1) with solid knowledge in Digital Marketing (Media Buying, Email Marketing and Conversion Rate Optimization) and more than 10 years of experience in the Advertising Industry🏆 I am big advocate of AI tools in my creative process and I regularly use a node based workflow to create advertising masterpieces (Claude, Nano Banana, Flux, Seedream, Kling, ChatGPT, Canva AI, Eleven Labs and more)
Besides being a TOP RATED PLUS Designer on Upwork (in only 6 months) I am the only freelancer in here who has been featured on Oberlo Success Stories (Owned by Shopify). My experience with ecommerce is very solid.
Here's how I can help you:
→ Logos and Brand assets for your business (Brand Manual, Website, Merch, Print, etc).
→ Website that converts visitors into customers (Framer & Shopify).
→ Highly converting Ad Creatives (Static & Video)
→ All forms of banners to be used on the Website, Social Media, Email Marketing Campaigns, etc.
→ Any type of Communication Materials (flyers, outdoors, press, digital).
Why is it hard to find someone like me? 🤯
Because there's one thing that sets me apart from the competition: the ability to combine and execute the creative process with a custom marketing strategy.
With an extensive knowledge in Branding, Product Design, Packaging Design, Advertising, Digital Marketing and eCommerce, I worked for some big boys like Heineken, Guinness, Desperados, Tanqueray, Opel, BMW, etc. This is what I love to do. To create.
Some facts about me:
→ Designed my first logo at the age of 10 (with a software called AA Logo).
→ Took a Design Bachelor and studied multiple fields such as Product Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Design Management, etc.
→ Started my career at an Advertising giant (Young & Rubicam Lisbon).
→ Generated more than $200.000 with my own clothing brand in it's first year.
→ Interviewed by Oberlo (owned by Shopify) and got featured in the Success Stories.
→ Developed strong experience with Media Buying (spent more than $100.000 on Meta Ads for my ecommerce store) and Email Marketing (Klavyio).
If you're interested to grow your brand online for an affordable price don't hesitate to send me a message so we can schedule a call 🚀
Advertising
Graphic Design
Branding
Email Marketing
Video Editing
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Social Media Advertising
Content Strategy
Social Media Design
Facebook Advertising
Photo Editing
Camilla L.
Oeiras, Portugal
$40/hr
5.0
7 jobs
I'm art director graduated in advertising from Brazil, based in Lisbon, Portugal. I offer creative direction, design, and visual strategies. I work also as a freelancer in voice-over and acting, both English and Portuguese. With years of experience as an actress and model, I have developed strong skills in speech recording. Additionally, I'm a singer and vocal technique instructor, with experience in conservatory choir practices and a certification in fonoaudiology.
Advertising
Branding
Logo Design
Content Creation
Voice-Over
Photo Editing
Creative Direction
Photo Retouching
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Voice Acting
Voice Talent
Photography
Video Editing & Production
Singing
Oleksandra H.
Caminha, Portugal
$40/hr
4.9
71 jobs
Hi! I’m a UI/UX designer from Ukraine, currently based in Europe.
I focus on creating clean, effective designs that help businesses communicate clearly. I work on short- and long-term projects, including logos, landing pages, mobile apps, dashboards, presentations, and more.
I can start immediately and deliver reliable, on-time results with attention to detail. If you’d like reassurance, you can check out video feedback from some of my clients 🙂
Have a project in mind? Let’s talk!
Graphic Design
User Experience Design
Visual Communication
Logo Design
Web Design
Corporate Brand Identity
User Interface Design
Responsive Design
Wireframing
User Experience Strategy
Necip Eray D.
Porto, Portugal
$80/hr
5.0
56 jobs
🌟 Webflow Premium Partner
⭐️ Top Rated Plus - Top 3% of talent on Upwork
🌟 Premium Brand Creation
🕒 9000+ hours on only on Upwork and counting!
Hi there! I’m Eray, an entrepreneurial graphic designer, art director, web designer and Webflow Expert with over a decade of hands-on experience. My master’s in editorial design and multidisciplinary background equip me to solve any graphic or UX/UI challenges with precision and creativity. Over the years, I’ve partnered with clients across three continents, crafting standout brands, websites, and campaigns that consistently outperform the competition.
Here’s how I can help you:
✓ Branding
✓ Creative Direction
✓ Webflow
✓ Web Design
✓ High-Converting Landing Pages
✓ Highly Converting Crowdfunding Landing Pages
✓ Vibe Coding
✓ Figma
✓ Figma to Webflow
✓ Figma to Cursor/Lovable/Gemini
✓ Landing Page Optimization
Feel free to reach out if you need assistance with any of these!
User Experience Design
Adobe XD
Figma
Adobe Photoshop
Webflow
Web Design
User Interface Design
Mobile UI Design
Landing Page
Landing Page Optimization
Landing Page Audit
No-Code Landing Page
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