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Iryna H.

Glendale, California

$35/hr
5.0
31 jobs

Hi! I’m a graphic designer helping businesses, authors, and creative brands bring their vision to life through thoughtful, clean, and professional design. I specialize in branding, editorial design, and print materials that look polished, modern, and strong. If you need help with: ▪ Logo design; ▪ Brand Identity; ▪ Book cover design (fiction, non-fiction, children’s books); ▪ Magazine layout & editorial design; ▪ Print-ready designs for brochures, certificates, flyers, packaging; ▪ Clean, modern layouts prepared with professional prepress standards. Industries I’ve worked with: ▪ Publishing & Author Services; ▪ Beauty & Wellness Brands; ▪ Small Businesses & Startups; ▪ Online Coaches & Course Creators; ▪ Lifestyle & Creative Brands; ▪ Print & Editorial Media. But I‘m open to another projects too =) My process: 1️⃣ Brief 2️⃣ Visual Direction / Moodboard 3️⃣ Concept Sketches or Initial Layouts 4️⃣ Design Development & Client Review 5️⃣ Refinement & Final Adjustments 6️⃣ Final Files & Handoff (print-ready + web-ready versions) If you’ve never worked with a designer before or don’t have experience planning branding or editorial projects, I’ll guide you through every step. I ask the right questions to clarify your goals, audience, and preferred aesthetic. I generally offer up to 3 rounds of revisions per stage, and I’m flexible if more is needed. As a full-time freelancer, I’m available throughout the day and respond quickly—usually within a few hours. Key skills: ▪ Logo Design & Visual Identity; ▪ Branding Guidelines; ▪ Editorial & Magazine Design; ▪ Book Cover Design; ▪ Print Design & Layout; ▪ Prepress & File Optimization; ▪ Typography & Composition. Let’s build a brand or publication that feels truly yours—clean, modern, meaningful, and professional. ✨ Thanks for your consideration, Iryna

  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Logo
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Print Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Visual Identity
  • Poster Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Figma
  • Social Media Design
  • Social Media Graphic
Allen F.

Los Angeles, California

$100/hr
4.9
137 jobs

✅ 10+ years of Experience as a Creative Director, Brand Architect & Visual Artist ✅ Facebook Certified Digital Marketing Expert ✅ Top Rated Freelancer I help brands stand out with award-winning visual identities, packaging, and digital strategy. With 8+ years of experience and 450+ brands served—including KFC, Marriott, Air Arabia, and Armani Exchange—I specialize in turning brand visions into revenue-generating realities. 🧠 Branding & Identity Brand Strategy & Positioning Logo Design Visual Systems & Brand Guidelines 📦 Print & Packaging Brochures, Catalogs, Posters Product Packaging Design Business Cards & Stationery 📱 Digital Marketing Social Media Ads (Facebook, Instagram) Google Search & Display PPC Campaign Strategy & Execution I'm looking forward to working with you! Kind regards, Allen G. Fawell

  • Branding & Marketing
  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Instagram Story
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Advertising Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Creative Strategy
  • Digital Ad Campaign
  • Versatile Logo Design
  • Brand Consulting
  • Brand Naming
  • Brand Identity
  • Brand Book Design
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!

  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Brand Naming
  • Brand Guidelines
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Art Direction
  • Brand Identity
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Packaging Design
  • Logotype
  • Packaging Dieline
  • Label & Packaging Design
  • Logomark
  • Logo
  • Logo Usage Guidelines
Debra Jane M.

Summerland, California

$55/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Debra -- Brand Strategy, Website Optimization, Content Creation, with specialization in Social Media Management Hello. My name is Deb Morehouse. I am a creative and innovative Marketing Brand Strategist and Content Creator with 13 years of experience in digital marketing. My entire career, or 'calling,' so to speak, has been dedicated to marketing. My background includes 10 years as a successful Business Marketing Consultant, which has given me unique insights into the entrepreneurial journey. I've also been a Marketing Manager for an Inc. 500 Company. My mission is to bring your vision to life by cultivating a purposeful brand strategy and elevating your online presence with engaging content that inspires and generates leads. I am a full-service marketing professional for small companies that are poised for growth. Here's what I do --- 1) Curate Comprehensive Personal and Company Brand Strategies. Here are some of the components included -- - Target Audience - Complete a Market Analysis - Marketing Goals & Objectives Prepared - Brand Personality & Voice - Brand Mission Tagline, Vision Statement, UVP, Marketing Positioning Statement, and Founder Bio/Company Story Content Curated 2) Provide Comprehensive Website Audits, Website Optimization, and SEO Website Copywriting. 3) Content Creation: This includes informative SEO Blog articles, Email Marketing campaigns, Lead Magnets, Newsletters, Social Media Management, and other marketing deliverables. 4) My long-term client specialization is in Social Media Management, including -- - Creating social media strategies & developing goals & objectives - Optimizing professional and company profiles - Creating monthly content calendars - Writing creative and effective captions, hooks, and headlines - Writing long-form, informative thought leadership content - Editing video clips - Curating graphics in Canva - Scheduling content in scheduling Apps such as Hootsuite and Loomly or the like - Engaging with the audiences regularly, our content and theirs - Spearheading organic growth on Instagram - Boosting posts and running ads to grow followers and increase engagement - Contracting with influencers to build followers, ascertain credibility, and increase revenues - Developing monthly performance reports for review and to inform social strategies I love what I do, am crazy detail-oriented & organized, and have a strong work ethic. I would love to hear more about your venture and explore how I can support your company's growth. Let's chat. Warmly, Deb Morehouse

  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Development
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content
  • Analytics
  • Blog Writing
  • Lead Magnet
  • Ad Copy
  • Website Content
  • Freelance Marketing
  • Email Marketing
  • Marketing Strategy
  • SEO Content
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO-Based Website
Veronika Z.

Los Angeles, California

$125/hr
4.9
115 jobs

I’m an Expert-Vetted (Top 1%) freelancer on Upwork with 15+ years of experience in brand strategy, web design, development, SEO, and AI optimization. I’m also the founder of Pill Creative Studio. Check out my portfolio ❇️ behance.net/veronikazam I help companies build brands that don’t just look exceptional - they perform, rank, and scale. My work combines strategic thinking, high-end design, and search visibility, ensuring brands stand out both visually and across Google and AI-driven search platforms. I’ve collaborated with leading organizations including Wella, Neudesic (an IBM Company), NBCUniversal, and Stanford Medicine, as well as fast-growing startups. ------------------------------------- My Skills: Brand Strategy Branding UX/UI Design (Web & Apps) Web Development SEO and AI-Optimization (AEO)

  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Graphic Design
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Web Design
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Landing Page
  • Brand Guidelines
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • Brand Strategy
  • Web Development
  • Social Media Design
  • WordPress
  • Brand Positioning
Sandra M.

Westlake Village, California

$95/hr
4.8
75 jobs

🚀 I'm Sandra Mallut Branding Specialist | Creative Strategist | Merchandise Designer | AI Consultant | Curriculum Developer I help businesses build memorable brands, launch products, create engaging customer experiences, and develop scalable systems that teach, market, sell, and grow. With 20+ years of experience across branding, design, education, publishing, ecommerce, and product development, I create complete solutions—from logos and merchandise collections to curriculum systems, digital products, multimedia content, and AI-powered workflows. 🎨 Branding, Design & Visual Identity • Logo design and brand identity systems • Color palettes, typography, and visual guidelines • Packaging, product labels, and retail concepts • Marketing materials, promotional graphics, and ad creatives • Social media branding and content systems • Presentation design and visual storytelling • Brand refreshes and complete business launches 🛍️ Merchandise & Ecommerce Development • Apparel, mugs, journals, stickers, tote bags, posters, and accessories • Print-on-demand product systems • Product mockups and lifestyle imagery • Amazon, Etsy, Shopify, Gumroad, TikTok Shop, and ecommerce graphics • Product launch campaigns and promotional assets • Merchandise collections built for growth and scalability 🤖 AI, Content Creation & Business Systems • AI-enhanced branding and content workflows • SOPs, onboarding systems, and workflow automation • Prompt engineering and AI-assisted production systems • Content creation, research, publishing, and marketing support • AI integration for businesses, educators, and creators 🎓 Curriculum Development & Educational Design • K–12, higher education, corporate training, and adult learning • Course creation, lesson plans, assessments, and workbooks • LMS-ready online learning systems • Teacher guides, student materials, and instructional resources • Gamification, engagement systems, and learning experiences 🎥 Multimedia, Publishing & Product Development • Educational and promotional video production • Voiceover scripting and multimedia presentations • Self-publishing support and Amazon KDP development • Children's books, cookbooks, journals, workbooks, and digital products • Scalable product ecosystems and companion resources 🏆 Why Clients Hire Me • 20+ years of professional experience • AI-certified with practical real-world application • Expertise across branding, merchandise, education, publishing, and ecommerce • Strategic thinker focused on both creativity and business growth • Full project ownership from concept to launch • Fast, organized, and results-driven I create brands that stand out, merchandise that sells, educational systems that engage, and scalable business solutions built for long-term growth.

  • ChatGPT
  • Education
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Curriculum Design
  • Curriculum Development
  • Educational Technology
  • Online Instruction
  • Instructional Design
  • AI Consulting
  • AI Instruction
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