Hire the Best Cartographers in Oregon

I have a deep passion for technology, cartography, and our natural world. This has led me to work as a Research Analyst for Portland State University & the University of Southern California, a Geospatial System Specialist for the U.S. Forest Service, and a Geospatial Analyst/Developer for 3GIMBALS. Whether you need a cartographic product, a GIS web service, or a variety of other software products, I can help! All work is conducted on behalf of my LLC, GeoForge.

👋 Hello, my name is Rafa and I'm passionate about Geospatial Tech, Climate Solutions, and creating great Customer Experiences. Before freelancing with Upwork, I was a Senior Technical Support Lead and Subject Matter Expert for Mapbox Navigation and Data APIs. I have helped customers unblock or launch applications using in Mapbox APIs and SDKs and worked in a number of web and mobile environments including JavaScript, React, Node.js, Swift, SQL, GDAL, OGR, QGIS, Esri, and Carto. I have 20+ years of experience working in the geospatial industry, managing and providing spatial analysis for projects in the US and abroad. I've worked across diverse teams managing enterprise applications such as Intercom, Zendesk, HelpScout, Jira, Confluence, Salesforce, Mode, Tableau, Power BI, Figma, and Sketch. I was Certified PMP in 2008 with a B.S. in Physical Geography from the University of Georgia. While new to Upwork, I am heavily involved with the spatial community and can happily connect you with previous customers and colleagues for references (see my LinkedIn refs). Lastly, I have been closely involved with the geospatial developer community and helped create the Mapbox Developer Network so I am a strong advocate for connecting customers with developers. If we're not a match, I'm certain I can find the right connections for you, so please don't hesitate to reach out!

Hello, my name is Ian. I am currently working as a GIS Technician with 3J Consulting, an engineering and urban planning firm in Beaverton, OR. I have a broad range of geospatial skills spanning data collection, management, and analysis, as well as designing user-friendly web maps and applications that effectively communicate information while maintaining a clean, professional appearance. My experience includes: • Creating high-quality maps and performing complex spatial analysis • Converting data between various formats to support project needs • Automating workflows using Python and R to improve efficiency and accuracy • Managing and designing databases to ensure data integrity and accessibility I am proficient with Esri’s ArcGIS suite and have extensive experience with open-source tools such as QGIS. In addition, I develop web applications that interact with and collect geospatial data, utilizing platforms such as Mapbox, Google Maps, and the ArcGIS JavaScript API. I take pride in delivering well-designed, functional products that provide clear value to clients and end users. Geospatial Expertise: • Complex geospatial analysis and data quality control • Field data collection workflows and mobile GIS solutions • Georeferencing, geocoding, and spatial data acquisition • Environmental GIS, urban planning, and civil engineering support • Business application development and local government GIS work Application Development Skills: • Custom basemap and data symbology design • Data collection application workflows • Data protection with persistent authorization • Custom websites for data display and storytelling • Functionality tailored to client needs, ensuring usability and efficiency I have worked on a variety of projects in a wide range of industries, including: • Local Governments: urban planning, buildable land inventories, transportation plans, boundary expansions, comprehensive plan updates, developing scenarios, taxlot and census analysis • Public works: Utility mapping and data quality control, custom applications for inspections, Deep Learning image segmentation, drone site surveys • Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC): CAD data integration, 3D modelling with BIM, data alignment, projection and conversion • Environment and Conservation: data management, suitability studies, dam water level and stream flow monitoring, watershed and habitat analysis • Commercial: infographic map design, ranked business location analysis, hotspot and demographic analysis, shipping and flow of goods visualization, GPX data integration I have experience working with a variety of tools and platforms, including: • GIS Software: ArcGIS Pro & ArcMap, QGIS, Agisoft • Web App Platforms: ArcGIS Online, Mapbox, Google Earth, ArcGIS JavaScript SDK, React • Online Databases: AGOL, Firebase, AWS, MySQL, MongoDB, DuckDB, OpenStreetMap I look forward to tackling any geospatial needs you may have. Whether working on spatial data analysis, automating GIS tasks, or developing interactive web applications, I strive to create solutions that are both technically sound and user-friendly.