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Umang T.

Dehradun, India

$33/hr
4.9
76 jobs

I’m a Character Branding Expert focused on mascot design for businesses, scalable mascot branding systems, and production-ready characters for animation, games, books, and comics. What I create: ✅ 2d Character Design for animation, games, IPs, books, and comics ✅ 2d Character Design Model Sheet (production-ready) ✅ Character Turnaround Sheet for consistency ✅ Character Expressions and Emotion Sheets ✅ Character Poses for Storytelling ✅ Character Callout Sheet ✅ Mascot Design for Business ✅ Visual development and illustration support (key art, splash art) My approach I don’t just draw characters, I build them with intent. I focus on: ✅ Strong shape, language, and readability ✅ Clear personality and storytelling ✅ Production-ready structure for animation and games ✅ Flexibility for branding and marketing use Whether it’s a game character, animated IP, or brand mascot, I design systems that work, not just visuals that look good. Why work with me: ✅ Strong focus on Character Design over generic illustration ✅ Experience across animation, games, and mascot design ✅ Understanding of production pipelines and consistency ✅ Clear communication and feedback-driven workflow Notable work: ★ Designed Mascots for brands like Versuassions, The Baked Beavers, and Glow Berry Bears ★ Illustrated 3 comic books for The League of Superheroes (online game) ★ Delivered 50+ character designs across games, books, and brands Let’s build something strong: If you’re working on a character, world, or brand, I can help bring it to life with clear, expressive, and production-ready character design. Send a brief or idea, and we’ll take it forward.

  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Mascot Logo
  • Cartoon Art
  • Digital Illustration
  • Character Development
  • Branding & Marketing
Manoj S.

Chamba, India

$25/hr
4.9
65 jobs

Hi, I’m Manoj Singh. With over 6 years of experience, a Top Rated badge, and a 100% Job Success Score, I specialise in bringing ideas to life through high-quality illustration and character design. As the founder of Art e Craft, I bring an agency-level polish to every project while maintaining the agility, direct communication, and personal touch of a dedicated freelancer. I don't just "make things pretty"; I build visual assets that solve business problems, capture attention, and drive results. Whether you are a startup needing a memorable brand mascot, an author looking for captivating storytelling illustrations, or an agency seeking a reliable overflow partner, I am here to execute your vision flawlessly. My Core Expertise: 1. Brand Mascots & Character Design: Give your brand a face that your audience will connect with and remember. - Custom-designed mascots to humanise businesses (Humans, Animals, Robots, Objects). - Anthropomorphic characters and scalable vector avatars for tech apps or games. - Comprehensive character sheets including full turnarounds, pose libraries, expression sheets and animations. 2. Premium 2D Illustration & Narrative Art: High-end, scroll-stopping artwork tailored to your specific needs. - Children’s Book Illustration (full page-by-page storytelling and cover design). - Custom vector artistry, concept art, and highly detailed digital illustrations - Streetwear, merchandise graphics, and custom apparel design 3. Strategic Branding & Graphic Design: Clean, modern visuals that look expensive and establish trust. - Logo design and complete visual identity systems built around your characters. - Brand style guides, packaging (dielines & print), and social media marketing collateral. Why Clients Stick With Me: - Top-Rated Reliability: My 100% Job Success Score and consistent 5-star feedback mean no ghosting, no excuses, and no missed deadlines. - Direct Communication: You work directly with me, no account managers or middlemen. Versatility: I seamlessly bridge the gap between creative art (illustration) and technical design (branding/packaging) with equal skill. Ready to level up your visuals? Click "Invite to Job" or send me a message. Let’s create something great together.

  • Character Design
  • Animation
  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Concept Design
  • Comic Art
  • Storyboard
  • Vector Art
  • Vector Tracing
  • 2D Illustration
  • Motion Graphics
  • Mascot Logo
  • Cartoon Character
  • Cartoon Art
karthick K.

Chennai, India

$25/hr
4.9
29 jobs

I’m Karthick , a professional 3D Generalist and VFX Artist with 6+ years of experience in 3D modeling, animation, simulation, rendering, and texturing. I’ve worked with clients and brands across 35+ countries, delivering production-level quality. I’m also the founder of XPLO Animation, where we specialize in cinematic CGI ads, game assets, and 3D Animation. My Core Expertise: * Hyper-realistic 3D modeling & rendering * High Realistic 3D Characters for VFX & Games * Stylized character creation (Disney/Pixar-level quality) * High-end CGI advertisements & product visuals * 3D animation (realistic & stylized) * Advanced simulations (cloth, particles, physics FX) * Game-ready assets (optimized topology, PBR, engine-ready for Unreal/Unity) I’ve worked with brands like Kotak Securities and creators like Zack D Films, along with multiple global clients across different industries — from startups to established businesses.Why High-Value Clients Choose Me: I focus on ROI-driven visuals, not just good-looking renders I combine creativity + strategy to make your project actually perform My workflow ensures fast delivery with minimal revisions Clear communication = smooth, stress-free collaboration I treat every project as a long-term partnership, not a one-time task My Unique Approach: Every project follows a result-oriented pipeline: Understand your project & goal Develop a visual concept that aligns with your objective Execute with cinematic quality and precision Deliver optimized, ready-to-use final outputs This approach makes your work easier, faster, and more effective. What Makes Me Different: I specialize in both hyper-realistic visuals and stylized (Disney/Pixar-style) animations, giving you flexibility to choose what best fits your brand without compromising quality.I challenge you if we work together once, you’ll come back for every future project. If you're looking for premium-quality 3D, CGI ads, or animation that actually delivers results, send me a message — let’s build something exceptional. Thank you

  • Character Design
  • Character Modeling
  • Character Lighting
  • 3D Game Art
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D NFT
  • NFT Character
  • NFT Art
  • 3D Rigging
  • Blender
  • Substance Painter
  • Pixologic Zbrush
Kamran I.

Patna, India

$8/hr
4.3
15 jobs

Greetings, I'm Kamran, I create 2D Hand Drawn animation in Anime , Cartoon and Chibi Style You can get with full length videos , Animated gif , Animation for kids or some simple Illustrations and Character Design. Feel free to ask any questions you have , I will do my best to get to you as soon as possible ! Thank you verry much . Looking forward to working with you✨

  • Character Design
  • Drawing
  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Cartoon Character
  • Anime
  • Manga
  • Fan Art
  • Fantasy
  • Portrait Art
  • 2D Animation
  • Cover Art
  • Game Art
  • 2D Illustration
  • Book Illustration
Deeju B.

Kottayam, India

$18/hr
4.7
12 jobs

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐ 5.0/5.0 Star Rating 🏅 Top Rated status 💯 100% Job Success 📅 4+ Years Experience 📦 Successful Deliveries 🛠 Expert in: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & Character Design Need production-ready 2D assets that fit your game's style perfectly? I am a specialized 2D Game Artist with a focus on Mobile and Casual games. Unlike general illustrators, I understand the technical side of game art—creating clean, cutout assets that are ready for Unity/Unreal integration. I have a 100% Job Success Score because I deliver reliable, consistent art styles. My Core Services: Game Assets: Isometric buildings, loot icons (potions, chests), and weapon sets. UI & GUI: Buttons, HUDs, and Menu screens for mobile games. Character Art: 2D Sprites and Character Concepts (Casual/Cartoon/RPG styles). My Workflow: Sketch: I provide 3 thumbnail variations so you can lock in the direction early. Line & Flat: Clean structure check to ensure readability on small screens. Render: High-quality polish matching your existing game style. Check my portfolio below to see my "Monkey Pirates" character design and Game Card assets. Let's build your game world. Send me a message to discuss your asset list!

  • Character Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Illustration
  • Digital Art
  • Concept Artistry
  • Isometric Style
  • 2D Game Art
  • Digital Illustration
  • Comic Art
  • Concept Design
  • NFT Design
  • Game Prop
  • Game Asset
  • AI-Generated Art
  • Midjourney AI
Nandini M.

Kolkata, India

$18/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hi! I'm an artist, illustrator and a student majoring in Architecture at IIEST, Shibpur, one of the top 4 institutes in my country. I usually do anime-heavy, detail oriented characters and backgrounds. I also make custom 3D buildings and environments for the story, being proficient in architectural design software. I prioritize communication and client satisfaction over everything, and strive to meet each client's specific requirements. Thank you! My work catalogue: Webtoon, WebComics, Manga, Manhwa, Anime, Background, Environment, Character Design, 3D Modelling, 3D Architectural Modelling, Illustration, Design, Storyboarding, Panelling, Rendering, etc. Softwares I use: Clip Studio Paint EX, Krita, Paint Tool SAI, Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, AutoCAD, Revit, Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper, Twinmotion, D5 Render, SketchUp, etc.

  • Character Design
  • Character
  • Drawing
  • Illustration
  • 2D Illustration
  • Anime
  • Art & Design
  • Manga
  • Comics
  • Comic Art
  • Digital Illustration
  • Freehand Digital Illustration
  • Cartoon Art
  • Digital Art
  • Sketching

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