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$25 hourly
- 3.3/5
- (4 jobs)
I am a recent graduate student from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business with a Bachelors in Business Administration with a specialization Marketing. Additionally, I completed three minors in Fashion Retail Studies, Social Psychology, and Design Thinking, all of which I am greatly passionate about. At The Ohio State University, I was actively involved in the Business of Retail Association as the President and Fashion Production Association as a Co-President. These two organizations allowed me to further connect with current employees and companies of the retail industry which provides me with useful insights for my future career decisions. I have accepted a full-time position in the New York City office upon graduation from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business. Between my graduation from Ohio State and the start of my full time job in NYC I am interested in doing freelance work.

Design Thinking
Presentation Design
Fashion Design
Fashion & Apparel
Design Enhancement
Construction Document Preparation
Business
Freelance Marketing
Marketing
Fashion & Beauty
$50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (10 jobs)
Beautiful design is incomplete unless it is functional. I am a product designer with a background in graphic design (print & digital) and photography. I have experience with hybrid UX/UI roles conducting user research; leading ideation and strategy sessions; developing style guides and patterns; developing sketches, wireframes and mockups (Figma, Sketch, XD); and handing them off for implementation. I leverage these tools to ensure that product is built efficiently and made in the most strategic way.

Design Thinking
Adobe Creative Cloud
UX & UI
User Experience Design
Prototyping
Wireframing
Figma
Adobe XD
Sketch
InVision
$60 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (6 jobs)
I believe that every problem has a solution, and I can provide creative ones. After ten years of global advertising work, I offer customized creative services that include long-term planning, leadership, innovative concepts, and strategic development. I efficiently manage projects within their timelines, scope, and budget. Here is how I can help you Optimize your business goals and provide you with a unique selling proposition Develop a strong brand identity that sets you apart from the competition and resonates with your target audience Create engaging and informative content for your website, social media channels, email marketing campaigns, and other marketing mediums Conduct market research to identify trends and your audience's preferences, behaviors, and needs Develop and execute marketing campaigns, including defining key performance indicators and measuring their success Continuously improve, monitor, and analyze your marketing and branding to identify areas for improvement Skills: Creativity: I will create unique and engaging ideas that resonate with your target audience. Strategic thinking: I am able to think strategically and develop plans and campaigns that align with your business goals. Communication: I am able to communicate ideas and strategies effectively to clients, stakeholders, and team members. Branding expertise: I have a deep understanding of branding principles and am able to develop and execute effective brand strategies. Project management: I am able to manage projects effectively, including defining project scope, setting timelines, managing budgets, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Design skills: I have a good understanding of design principles and am able to create visually appealing marketing materials. Analytics and data interpretation: I have the expertise to analyze and interpret data and use data insights to make informed decisions. Adaptability: I adapt quickly to changing market trends and will learn new skills and techniques as needed. Collaborative: I can work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with other professionals such as designers, developers, and copywriters. Attention to detail: I have a strong attention to detail and will ensure that all marketing materials are error-free and meet high-quality standards. I communicate with my clients openly, transparently, and efficiently. I'm always willing to jump on a call to find solutions that work for you. I provide free consultations.

Design Thinking
Visual Communication
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Facebook Advertising
UX & UI
Video Editing
Search Engine Optimization
Wireframing
Google AdSense
Adobe XD
Adobe Dreamweaver
Content Development
Marketing Strategy
$125 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (36 jobs)
Passionate product designer with a drive to innovate, conceive novel concepts, cultivate fresh ideas, and transform visions into reality. Dedicated to enhancing user experiences and crafting intuitive, intelligent designs. Industrial designer with over 15 years of experience in the housewares and consumer goods industry currently based in New York, successfully launching products from concept to production to retail. Spent the previous 10 years traveling and working between New York and Hong Kong, developing new projects and understanding the manufacturing needs working in Asia. Notable fun facts - Currently have a few products 10+ years old still selling at major U.S. retailers. - MAQE Soundjump Bluetooth speaker featured on Unbox Therapy on Youtube with over 2 million views and counting. For more work visit designother.com Design and creative lead @DesignOther @MAQE @Cookduo IG:quan.id

Design Thinking
Product Strategy
Industrial Design
Product Development
Brand Development
Design Validation
SolidWorks
Product Design
CAM Software
KeyShot
3D Modeling
3D Rendering
$40 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
I am a trained visual designer and design strategist. My focus is primarily in a human-centered design process, leveraging an early plural-intervention of both the present needs and the well informed future needs of designed systems. grahammcclanahan.com

Design Thinking
Adobe Photoshop
Typography
Adobe Illustrator
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Brand Management
Workshop Facilitation
Creative Direction
Art Direction
Brand Strategy
Web Design
$70 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (8 jobs)
Hi, I'm Gareth. I'm an NYC-based product designer. I currently contract as the product designer for companies working in travel tech and education tech. I've always loved problem-solving and designing, which led me to pursue a career in UX. Prior to my work in tech I worked as a sound designer for theater, film, and podcasts for many years. I think this background in narrative storytelling gives me a unique way of looking at user experiences and what makes them engaging, enjoyable, and understandable. My key skills include: Figma and Sketch fluent Designing beautiful and intuitive UI's. Animation design Design systems Prototyping User flows User research User testing I'm excited about being able to apply these skills to UI/UX roles where I can have an impact on the evolution of digital products that are beautiful, intuitive, and enjoyable to use. Feel free to reach out I would love to connect!

Design Thinking
Style Guide
Design Theory
UX & UI
Color Theory
User Flow
Typography
Webflow
Wireframing
UX Research
Zeplin
Figma
User-Centered Design
Adaptive Web Design
Prototyping
$60 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
I'm an Industrial Designer with more than 200 houseware products launched to the market in almost 30 years of my design career experience in Brazil and the US. I can guide your needs from conceptualization to developing and fabricating outstanding products. My design process will cover your company's demands by applying innovation and cutting edge design, conscious materials choices, fabrication cost analyses, sustainability, marketing strategies, and attention to detail. My background as a Senior Industrial designer, five products awards, 28 patents give me the confidence to meet the multi-disciplinary functions you may need in this journey.

Design Thinking
Patent Drawing
Specifications
Sketching
Industrial Product
Focus Groups
Graphic Design
Brand Development
Consumer Goods
Branding
Adobe Creative Suite
3D Animation
Retail & Consumer Goods
SolidWorks
Autodesk AutoCAD
$50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (9 jobs)
Design and Rendering for: Interior and Exterior Design, Art, Architecture, Prototyping, Installation, Public Art, Sculpture, Engineering, Landscape Design, Residential, Commercial and Public Spaces. 4 years at MIT Media Lab, working with Data Scientists, Architects, Artists, Designers, and Educational Groups. KimHolleman.com | WildflowerDesigning.com

Design Thinking
Visualization
Photorealistic Rendering
Photo Editing
Copywriting
Exterior Rendering
Blog Content
Blog Writing
Graphic Design
3D Design
3D Rendering
Adobe Photoshop
Residential Design
Interior Design
3D Modeling
$35 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
👋 Hello! I’m Andrew Kondratiuk, a UX/UI Designer with 3 years of experience under my belt. Specializing in UI design and web design, e-commerce selutuon. I focus on creating seamless interfaces that not only look great but also enhance user satisfaction and engagement. Why Work With Me? 🚀 Proven Expertise: With a strong foundation in design principles and methodologies, I have successfully collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding e-commerce and web solutions. My designs have led to significant improvements in user engagement and satisfaction. 🎨 Design Mastery: From wireframes to prototypes, I excel in crafting designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly. My skill set includes responsive and adaptive design, mobile and web interface design, and creating comprehensive design systems. ✳ My Skills: • Web Design • Responsive Web Design • Landing Pages (I’ve got a knack for creating high-converting, eye-catching pages) • UI Design • Mobile UI Design • UX/UI Design • Information Architecture • Site Map • Client Journey Map • User Personas • Low Fidelity Mockups (Lo-Fi) • High Fidelity Mockups (Hi-Fi) • Wireframes • Design audit 🛠 Tools of the Trade: I am proficient in industry-standard tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring that every project is executed with precision and creativity. 🔑 Keywords: user experience, user interface, ux, ui, ux/ui, graphic design, mobile app design, sass, software design, saas design, dashboard design, ios, android, material, bootstrap, react native, motion design, interaction design, product design, product strategy, user testing, prototype, wireframes, design review, design strategy, creative direction, branding, brand identity, corporate brand identity, design audit, brand guideline, style guideline, responsive design, prototyping, ecommerce design, shopify, wordpress, landing page, squarespace, mvp, modern, clean, user-centered design, user research, user flows, animation, data visualization

Design Thinking
Web Design
Landing Page
Landing Page Audit
Ecommerce Website
Wireframing
User Stories
User Experience
Information Architecture
UX & UI
User Interface Design
Figma
User Experience Design
$32 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
I create minimalistic, high-end, and eye-catching apps, presentations, and business materials that will help you convince investors to believe in your ideas and results. - UX Researcher - UI Designer - Postcards - Presentations/Pitch Decks/Reports - Brochures/Product Catalogs

Design Thinking
UX & UI
User Experience
Web UI
Research Methods
User Interface Design
Conduct Research
Prototyping
UX Research
Responsive Design
$60 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (2 jobs)
Hi, I'm Megan, an experienced and passionate UX designer. With a background in Fortune 500 companies, I bring a wealth of experience to my design work. With a deep understanding of human-centered design principles, I specialize in creating intuitive and engaging digital experiences that meet the needs of users. Let's collaborate and bring your vision to life!

Design Thinking
Adobe Illustrator
Illustration
Figma
Web Accessibility
UX Research
Prototyping
Usability Testing
UX & UI
Responsive Design
Branding
Logo Design
Design Mockup
User Experience Design
$100 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (2 jobs)
I am a Chinese copywriter, and conduct Chinese marketing research for your brand.. Co-Founder of Big Watermelon, lived and worked in Shanghai, Beijing, Singapore, Perth, Sydney, Honolulu and NYC with experience in Mandarin and Cantonese creative copywriting, name generation and translation for Clients globally such as: UberEats, HSBC, JW Marriott Hotel, Estée Lauder, Tai Kang Group, ATO, Census, The Salvation Army, NRMA, DrinkWise Australia, Fetch TV, Toyota, Pickles Auctions, Ethnic Business Awards Australia.

Design Thinking
Fashion & Apparel
Retro & Vintage Style
Creative Strategy
Creative Direction
Art Direction
Photographic
Time Management
Management Skills
Manage Etsy Site
Editorial
Copywriting
Design Writing
Art & Design
Chinese
$200 hourly
- 4.6/5
- (83 jobs)
Just starting out with data visualization? Not sure which tool to use? Need basic dashboards and reports? Looking to redesign existing content? Curious how to embed reports within your company website? Want to create a custom web portal for your clients? As an Upwork Expert-Vetted and Top-Rated Plus professional, I’m in the top 1% of experts in this field. Schedule time to figure out where you’re at and where you need to go, quick and easy! ✨Data Visualization Strategy // consulting to get you started on your data viz journey ✨Dashboards & Reports // let's get building in Tableau, Power BI, or Apache Superset ✨UI/UX Design // let's bring your data story to life in Figma and enhance existing content ✨Embeded Analytics // simplify your tech stack by embedding dashboards and reports ✨Custom Web Portals // build a professional custom web portal for your org or clients to access content I strive for end-user adoption with every project, which hinges on telling a compelling story with your data and building an intuitive product that folks want to use! Let's get started on your story... James Jeffrey Owner, Freelance Frog LLC

Design Thinking
User Experience Design
Web Portal
Dashboard
Analytics Dashboard
UX & UI Design
Figma
Apache Superset
User Interface Design
Business Intelligence
Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
Data Visualization
SQL
Microsoft Power BI
Tableau
$75 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (55 jobs)
I have 12 years experience as a mechanical engineer. I have worked on a various array of machines, mostly consisting of rotating equipment. I am familiar with Autodesk Inventor, Creo 7.0, 4.0, & Pro/E Wildfire, but have used Solidworks extensively. I am a Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional, with Certified Additive Manufacturing Associate (CSWA-AM), Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional Advanced Drawing Tools (CSWPA-DT), Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional Advanced Mold Tools (CSWPA-MT) , Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional Advanced Sheet Metal (CSWPA-SM), and Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional Advanced Weldments (CSWPA-WD) certificates.

Design Thinking
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Engineering
Drafting
Engineering Design
Mechanical Design
3D Printing
Autodesk Inventor
SolidWorks
3D Design
Mechanical Engineering
3D Modeling
Finite Element Analysis
Design for Manufacturing
$80 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
I'm a brand and website specialist based in New York. I work with both small startup founders and large companies-- like Bloomberg, GlaxoSmithKline, Logitech, and Sports Illustrated-- to create products that are both beautiful and functional. I have a passion for designing innovative brands meant to last. My process is strategy and data-based, and it's very important to me to include client feedback every step of the way. The best work comes from collaboration and iteration, so let's build your idea together.

Design Thinking
Illustration
Brand Strategy
Branding
UI/UX Prototyping
App Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Figma
$120 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (16 jobs)
I am a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in graphic design, user experience, content development and design-based strategy. For over 10 years I have helped businesses, organizations and global brands define and communicate their unique voice through elegant, thoughtful design solutions. My favorite projects are intellectually challenging, visually creative and are treated as a partnership between client and designer. People love to work with me because of my rigorous process and attention to detail. At Johnson & Johnson I worked as Graphic Design Manager for the Cross-Sector Innovation Design group—a team of design researchers, strategists and industrial designers brought together to improve patient experience through human-centered design. We collaborated with business partners across all three J&J sectors to create holisitic and intuitive user experiences with lasting, measureable impact. As a Senior Designer at New York branding agency Siegel+Gale, I was a key team member in the large-scale rebranding of international software company SAP and American health insurance company Aetna. I also worked on ad campaigns for Google and Sony PlayStation while freelancing at Wieden+Kennedy Tokyo, and designed exhibition catalogues for the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Guggenheim Museum at Heavy Meta Design in New York. I look forward to working with you! Portfolio link upon request.

Design Thinking
Corporate Brand Identity
Instructional Design
Content Strategy
Human-Centered Design
Information Design
Web Design
Book
Print Design
Infographic
$90 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
Irina Ivanova is an award-winning creative leader and design champion. Throughout her career, she has succeeded in providing strategic and creative solutions across branding and consumer facing platforms for numerous Fortune 500 companies. She has worked with a diverse array of clients across various sectors including food, beverage, spirits, health and beauty, pharmaceutical, and corporate communications. Irina has held many senior creative leadership roles in the past. She has worked agency-side in some of the most renowned global branding firms including Pentagram, Sterling Brands, Dragon Rouge, just to name a few. Her clients included: Vega, Johnson & Johnson, Proctor and Gamble, Pfizer, L'Oreal, Pernod Ricard, Kraft Foods, Colgate and Sam's Club. Throughout her career, Irina has been awarded numerous design awards and holds 3 US design patents. She has proven experience designing for global brands and understands the intricacies and complexities of the various markets. Irina's success as a creative leader is driven by her ability to marry complex design strategies with cutting-edge creative, seamlessly integrating those elements to enhance the consumer's overall brand experience.

Design Thinking
Label & Packaging Design
Corporate Brand Identity
Packaging Design
Branding
Digital Art
Ebook Design
Environmental Design
Web Development
$125 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
Transform your online presence with high-impact web designs that drive conversions. Refined, sophisticated, and premium designs. My process-driven approach to web creation is meticulous – leveraging data and research at every stage. Ensuring your brand is optimized for what really matters.

Design Thinking
Mobile App Strategy
Communication Strategy
Website
Email Design
Product Design
Web Design
Mobile UI Design
User Interface Design
Design & Usability Research
User Experience Design
User Experience Strategy
$55 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (3 jobs)
DESIGN EXPERTISE: Performance-Driven Architecture, Construction & Engineering Professional with extensive experience and strong skills in the following areas: Architectural | Construction Drawings • Construction | Engineering Project Inspections • Design Implementation • 3D visualization • Project Management • AIA. American Institute of Architects. Associate member • UIA. International Union of Architects • UAR. Union Architects of Russia AREAS OF EXPERTISE: • Computer-aided drafting | BIM • 3D visualization • Coordinating Architectural Drawings with Structural & MEP Drawings • Sustainable Design • Site Planning • Feasibility Studies • Ensuring Successful Completion of Projects • Author's supervision • Developing Integrated Finish Schedules • Managing Projects in a timely manner • Value Engineering SOFTWARE: Graphisoft ArchiCAD, Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, Autodesk 3D Max, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office suite.

Design Thinking
Adobe InDesign
Architecture & Interior Design
Layout Design
3D Model
3Design
Interior Architecture
Industrial Design
Architectural Rendering
Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit
Adobe Photoshop
Autodesk 3ds Max
3D Rendering
Archicad
$45 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
You’ve come to the right place 🪄 I design products at high velocity at top tech companies and scrappy startups alike. Advocate for usability and human design. Previously a Product Designer at Asana and Credit Repair Cloud. I am a Product Designer with experience designing and implementing end to end digital products, apps, SaaS websites, creating design systems and more .My goal is to create a marriage between my UX, visual design and product design expertise to my client’s needs. Being able to solve UX problems and create fearless and unique digital products from ideation to completion is a fulfilling journey that always leaves me wanting more and more. My goal is to contribute to teams by utilizing a data driven mindset through a human-centered design lens. And this, O reader, is why we are crossing paths today. I would love to help you achieve your goals!

Design Thinking
App Usability Analysis
User Experience
Website Prototyping
UI/UX Prototyping
UX & UI
User Experience Design
Design & Usability Research
User Experience Strategy
Journey Mapping
Prototyping
User Flow
Usability Testing
UX Writing
$60 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
I'm a skilled electrical and electronics engineer with years of experience. I can design and simulate designs. Also, i have an understanding of majority of electrical components and systems. Hire me for smart systems.

Design Thinking
MATLAB
Business Mathematics
Chemistry
$35 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
I am a designer, researcher, and strategist working at the intersection of art and technology. I am adept at user-centered design practices and research-informed decision making.

Design Thinking
Content Creation
Analytics
Research Methods
Customer Service
Adobe Creative Suite
Rapid Prototyping
User Experience Design
Figma
Sketch
InVision
Heuristic Evaluation
User Experience Strategy
Design & Usability Research
$225 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
Dynamic and award-winning senior-level brand and creative strategist with expertise and passion for emerging trends, audience insights, mentorship, and empathy-driven marketing. Proven track record of uncovering powerful insights, architecting innovative strategies for Fortune 50 and 500 brands, and building teams from the ground up. Creative thinker, trend spotter, Internet junkie, obsessed with people (and pets.) Category experience: CPG, Luxury, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Beauty, Tech Start-Ups, Small Businesses

Design Thinking
Brand Identity
Brand Strategy
Presentations
Creative Direction
Research & Development
Marketing Communications
Community Goals & KPIs
Workshop Facilitation
Copywriting
Branding & Marketing
Trend Forecasting
Social Media Strategy
Integrated Marketing
Presentation Design
$225 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
Design-led Brand and Innovation Strategy Leader I am an experienced and creative brand and innovation strategist who helps businesses stay ahead by innovating through the human lens. I believe brands and products are 'ideas, experienced' - and that effective design creates the experiences of these ideas. I leverage Brand x Design x Futures x System Thinking to guide multi-disciplinary teams to identify strategic opportunities and design brands, products and digital experiences that serve the changing needs of people and business. I lead through: >> Tangible Strategy: As a fan of simplicity, I turn complex challenges into clear articulations of strategic opportunity and design ideas, concepts, frameworks and briefs that 'paint a picture' of new futures. >> Innovative Thinking: Believing in combining insight with foresight, I stay curious about trends in culture, science and technology to inspire new thinking and doing that drives business and society forward. >> Collaborative Leadership: Applying human-centricity to everything I do, I instill a culture of curiosity, collaboration and learning to achieve effective outcomes and help people grow.

Design Thinking
Experiment Design
Customer Experience
Innovation Strategy
Branding & Marketing
Product Development
Design Concept
Digital Design
Content Strategy
Strategy
Branding
Brand Development
Brand Strategy
Brand Consulting
Brand Positioning
$125 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I’m a hybrid Marketer and Developer with 20+ years experience building intuitive software and telling stories that help brands grow and profit. I’ve built my (unique) skillset as a serial startup founder and go-to-market strategist. * Mobile Application design, development, and marketing (iOS, Android) * Marketing Strategy, messaging development, campaign design, writing * Great communicator and easy to work with

Design Thinking
Software Development
Technical Copywriting
Sales Copywriting
Copywriting
Product Development
Agile Software Development
Website Copywriting
UX & UI
Campaign Copywriting
Firebase
React Native
Mobile App Development
React
Amazon Web Services
$40 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I'm a detail-oriented writer that prioritizes clear and concise language. If you want a "to the point" document with direct language, I'm your girl!

Design Thinking
Content Writing
Chicago Manual of Style
Social Media Content
3D Printing
CMS Development
Content Management System
WordPress
$250 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGIC DESIGN LEADER Partner with global business leaders to accelerate business strategies and execute people- and organization-focused solutions. Leadership approach combining possibility and participation while keeping a firm foot in practical implementation. Thrive on building, leading and growing inclusive cross-functional teams to challenge the status quo and navigate ambiguity at the intersection of people experience, design thinking and technology.

Design Thinking
Innovation Strategy
Project Management
Leadership Skills
Service Design
Agile Project Management
Brand Strategy
Team Building
Brand Research
Visualization Concept
Coaching
Organizational Development
Facilitation
User Experience Design
Prototyping
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