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Claire M.

Durban, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
32 jobs

I help businesses create clean, eye-catching Canva designs that actually grab attention and feel true to their brand. I work across: • Social media posts • Presentations and pitch decks • Marketing materials like flyers, posters, and ads • Fully editable Canva templates For me, it’s not just about making things look good - it’s about creating designs that feel on-brand, connect with your audience, and actually work. I understand what performs well on social media and how to design content that people want to stop and look at. You can expect quick turnaround, clear communication, and designs that are easy for you to edit and reuse in Canva. Let’s create something that makes your brand stand out

  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Design
  • Presentation Design
James P.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
25 jobs

I help agencies, DTC brands, and e-commerce businesses produce static Meta ad creatives that are ready to launch, not ready to be revised ten times. Over the past few years I have worked directly with established brands and performance marketing agencies across health and wellness, supplements, nutrition, and e-commerce. Top Rated on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Score and long term agency relationships built around consistent monthly creative production. What I bring to every project: → Clean product focused layouts that put your offer front and centre → Ads delivered in multiple aspect ratios including 1:1, 4:5, and 9:16 → Campaign batches and ongoing creative production delivered on time every time → Built to your brand guidelines and delivered ready to run → Integrated into agency workflows with fast turnaround and zero hand-holding required → Monthly retainer support for brands and agencies running ongoing Meta campaigns If you are running paid ads on Facebook or Instagram and need a reliable creative specialist for ongoing production, let's work together.

  • Canva
  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Design
  • Social Media Imagery
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Ad Creative
  • Advertising Design
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Static Banner Ad Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Banner Ad Design
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Facebook Ad Campaign
  • Performance Marketing
  • Digital Advertising
  • Ecommerce Marketing
  • Product Marketing
  • Creative Strategy
  • Paid Social
Shruti V.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$8/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I’m a Social Media Manager who helps brands show up consistently and connect with the right audience. I focus on creating content that feels authentic, supports growth, and aligns with real business goals , not just likes and follows. I help businesses with Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content Creation, Content scheduling, Caption Writing, Hashtag research, Engagement, and Social Media Strategy across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. I also track performance using analytics and insights to improve results over time. I am easy to work with, organized, and reliable when it comes to deadlines. If you’re looking for a social media manager who treats your brand with care and communicates clearly, would like to connect!

  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Account Setup
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Digital Marketing
Chanel J.

Cape Town, South Africa

$13/hr
4.8
5 jobs

I’m a Social Media Manager who runs your pages and handles all your content creation. By making the posts, videos, and graphics that keep you visible, I help you build a real connection with your community. In fact, one client went from low bookings to having a full calendar for nearly a year just by staying consistent with the content I created for them. People don’t connect with brands; they connect with stories. As your Social Media Manager, I help you tell yours in a way that feels human and builds trust. I don't just "post" I handle the content creation that makes your brand stand out and stay consistent. ✅ What I Help You With: Social Media Management: I handle your accounts from start to finish so you don’t have to worry about them. Creating Content: I make the videos, carousels, and graphics your brand needs to look its best. Caption Writing: I write in a way that feels natural and matches your brand’s personality. Planning & Scheduling: I set up your content calendar so you always know what is being posted and when. Engagement: I stay on top of your comments and DMs so your followers always get a response. ✅ Tools & Platforms: Creative: Canva, CapCut Management: Meta Business Suite, Monday. com, Trello, Metricool Workflow: WeTransfer, Google Drive ✅ Results I’ve Delivered in Content Creation: ✔️ 700,000+ views on short videos I’ve created. ✔️ More people reached and more real conversations in the comments. ✔️ 5-star feedback for being creative, easy to talk to, and always meeting deadlines. ⚡ Currently available for 1 new client. If you are looking for a Social Media Manager to handle consistent content creation and grow your brand across your social media platforms, click Invite to Job and let’s get started.

  • Canva
  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Management
  • Content Creation
  • Content Management
  • Social Media Strategy
  • TikTok
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • CapCut
  • Video Editing
  • Social Media Content
  • Social Media Carousel
Monique M.

Winterton, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Your social media content might be great.... But if the graphics don’t stop the scroll, people never truly see it. 👀 I help brands turn their ideas into scroll-stopping social media graphics using Canva. Designed to make their content look polished, professional, and stand out in crowded feeds. I don’t use generic templates. I design clean, branded visuals from scratch that make your content stand out and keep your social media looking consistent and professional. I regularly create social media graphics for product brands, wellness brands, beauty businesses, and online brands. What I can design for your brand: 🔹️Instagram posts 🔹️Instagram carousel graphics 🔹️Promotional social media graphics 🔹️Story graphics 🔹️Social media ad creatives 🔹️Branded Canva templates If you're ready for social media graphics that actually stop the scroll, let's create something great for your brand.

  • Canva
  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Design
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Instagram Post
  • Branding
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Advertising Design
  • Instagram
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Carousel
Annatjie F.

Mossel Bay, South Africa

$10/hr
4.4
33 jobs

I am a passionate Ghostwriter, Workbook creator, Canva designer, and children’s book author with a background in Social Work. I specialize in creating books and resources that are not only well-written, but also meaningful, practical, and easy for readers to connect with. My work often focuses on self-help, mental health, wellness, faith-based content, children’s books, educational resources, journals, and guided workbooks. I can help you with: * Ghostwriting non-fiction books, self-help books, and wellness content * Creating structured workbooks, journals, planners, and reflection guides * Designing beautiful, editable Canva layouts * Formatting books for Amazon KDP, eBooks, and print-ready PDFs * Developing children’s books, activity books, and educational content * Improving structure, flow, tone, and readability With my Social Work background, I bring empathy, insight, and emotional understanding into my writing. I enjoy creating content that educates, uplifts, supports, and speaks to readers in a warm and personal way. Whether you need a heartfelt non-fiction book, a therapeutic workbook, a children’s book, or a polished KDP-ready design, I would love to help bring your vision to life. My goal is always to create work that feels professional, thoughtful, and aligned with your message. I’m reliable, detail-oriented, and happy to go the extra mile to make sure the final result is something you are proud of.

  • Canva
  • Graphic Design
  • KDP Interior
  • Content Writing
  • Digital Design
  • Social Work
  • AI Content Creation
  • Ghostwriting
  • WorkBook
  • Self-Help
  • Content Creation
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Children's Literature
  • Educational Exercise
  • Book Layout

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