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Matt C.

Los Angeles, California

$65/hr
5.0
994 jobs

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.

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Figma
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Print Design
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Sketch
  • Logo Design
  • Website Redesign
  • Wix
  • Cards & Flyers
  • Brand Identity
Anastasiia G.

Los Angeles, California

$95/hr
4.9
157 jobs

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!

  • Art Direction
  • Brand Guidelines
  • Brand Naming
  • Logo Design
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Brand Identity
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Packaging Design
  • Logotype
  • Packaging Dieline
  • Label & Packaging Design
  • Branding
  • Logomark
  • Logo
  • Logo Usage Guidelines
Vanessa F.

Los Angeles, California

$150/hr
4.9
299 jobs

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!

  • Graphic Design
  • Typesetting
  • White Paper Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Presentation Design
  • Icon Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Label & Packaging Design
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Typography
  • Corporate Style
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • Brand Naming
  • Magazine Layout
Jordan W.

Los Angeles, California

$50/hr
5.0
84 jobs

I’m Jordan, a multidisciplinary Creative Strategist and Art Director with a background in branding, packaging, and content systems for consumer-focused brands. I help CPG, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle brands develop visual identities and packaging that connect emotionally and convert commercially. Whether you’re launching something new or scaling an existing product, I bring strategy, taste, and execution to every touchpoint. What I do best: 🔹 Creative Direction & Art Direction – Concept development, moodboards, photo direction, and brand systems 🔹 Brand Identity Design – Logos, typography, color palettes, guidelines, tone of voice 🔹 Packaging Design – Strategy-led, shelf-ready, including dielines and production-ready files 🔹 Visual Content Strategy – Campaign concepts, social creative, and asset libraries 🔹 Photo Compositing & Retouching – High-end Photoshop work for e-comm, campaigns, and product imagery Clients come to me when they need: • A brand system that feels elevated and cohesive • Packaging that stands out in a saturated category • A creative partner who understands both concept and commerce Toolset: Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Notion, Framer (site builds), AI tools (for content workflows) Available for: Brand refreshes, new launches, art direction, and ongoing creative support

  • Art Direction
  • Video Editing
  • Amazon
  • Content Creation
  • Photo Editing
  • Instagram Plugin
  • Product Photography
  • Social Media Management
  • Branding
  • Lifestyle Photography
  • Page Layout Design
  • Social Media Imagery
  • Packaging Design
  • Typography
  • Packaging Dieline
Brian S.

Los Angeles, California

$124/hr
5.0
46 jobs

Super Bowl commercials. Avengers: Age of Ultron. Taylor Swift stadium graphics. Feature film title sequences. $4M+ in digital brand launches for Sanrio and Care Bears. Worked with the world’s biggest brands including Google, Toyota, FX, Marvel, Warner Bros, and Target. I’m a Creative Director with 15+ years building brand systems and motion work that scales across digital, broadcast, and physical environments. That combination is rarer than it sounds, and it’s what separates a brand that looks good in a deck from one that actually holds up in the world. What I do for clients on Upwork: Brand Identity — Logo systems, style guides, visual language, and everything needed to launch or evolve a brand with confidence. Motion Graphics — Title sequences, broadcast packages, documentary graphics, social content, and campaign visuals built to move. Creative Direction — Strategic thinking and visual clarity for projects that need both. I take on select projects where I can do the work right. If you have something worth building, let’s talk.

  • Ad Copy
  • Motion Graphics
  • Email Copywriting
  • Marketing
  • Marketing Advertising
  • Creative Direction
  • Copywriting
  • Website Copywriting
  • Outreach Email Copywriting
  • Social Media Copy
  • Sales Copy
  • Motion Design
  • Illustration
  • Social Media Video
  • Animation
Bradley D.

Los Angeles, California

$100/hr
4.9
267 jobs

Los Angeles product photographer & cinematographer trusted by Universal, MTV, LG, LE LABO, PRADA, and FIRST DATA. I craft cinematic visuals that sell. Twenty years behind motion and stills cameras, plus an art director’s eye, I turn products into stories that command attention. Full-service production: photography, branded films, editing, and color grading delivered with precision. B.A. in Commercial Illustration from ArtCenter College of Design, I merge commercial art discipline, fine art creativity, with Hollywood production experience and expertise.

  • Cinematography
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • Digital Photography & Cinematography
  • Video Editing
  • Photo Retouching

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