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  • $60 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (6 jobs)
    Hi, I'm Sydney - a professional UX/UI designer working from New York and London. I am an experienced Product Designer adept at synthesizing design, UX, and engineering to create impactful, user-centered digital services and interactive experiences. I excel at blending strategic insight with technical expertise to solve complex problems and produce memorable, engaging solutions with beautiful visuals. I have more than 7 years of experience working at some of the best design agencies major companies and startups in the world, including Accenture, Fjord, Capital One, Ford, TOSHI and Entain. My experience and strong problem-solving skills allow me to tackle any design challenge, style, or set of requirements my clients bring me. I have expertise designing for websites, web apps, mobile apps, e-commerce, self service kiosks and ATMS.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Service Design
    User Experience
    UX & UI
    Design & Usability Research
    Interaction 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!
    Featured Skill 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.
    Featured Skill 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
  • $55 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    Award-Winning Designer | 500+ UN & Global Projects | Data-Driven Storytelling In today’s fast-moving world, clarity is everything. Organizations need more than just well-designed publications—they need communication tools that inform, engage, and drive action. That’s where I come in. With over a decade of experience in editorial and information design, I specialize in crafting high-impact publications that transform complex data into clear, accessible, and compelling narratives. My expertise spans reports, brochures, infographics, posters, interactive digital publications, and strategic visual storytelling. Whether print or digital, my work ensures your message resonates with the right audience. Who I Work With: I collaborate with organizations that have a message that matters—sustainability-driven businesses, corporate social responsibility initiatives, NGOs, financial institutions, healthcare providers, think tanks, tourism boards, and global agencies. My portfolio includes over 500 projects for UN agencies alone, along with leading collaborations with global brands like Decathlon, Fairmont, Emaar, and Conrad. What I Offer: ✔ Editorial & Information Design – Reports, white papers, policy briefs, magazines, brochures, and factsheets ✔ Data Visualization – Infographics, charts, maps, Power BI dashboards, interactive reports ✔ Strategic Storytelling – Advocacy, awareness, impact reports, and CSR publications ✔ Branding & Identity – Typography, layout design, and accessibility-first approaches ✔ Digital & Motion Design – Animated infographics, motion graphics, interactive publications ✔ Multilingual Capabilities – Content in English, Arabic, Turkish, Spanish, French, Ukrainian, Kurdish, Portuguese and more Why Work With Me? ✅ Global Experience – Successfully delivered projects in 20+ countries with international organizations. ✅ Strategic & Ethical Approach – Designs rooted in impact, accessibility, and advocacy. ✅ Award-Winning Work – Recognized for excellence in branding, editorial, and campaign design. ✅ Expertise in High-Profile Publications – Trusted by the UN, leading NGOs, and global corporations. ✅ Instant Communication – Quick responses and proactive collaboration. ✅ Saves You Time – Efficient workflows and clear communication to keep your project moving. ✅ Flexible Pricing – Solutions tailored to your needs and budget without compromising quality. ✅ Positive Attitude – A collaborative approach that makes working together productive and enjoyable. ✅ Constructive Recommendations – Beyond design, I provide insights to strengthen your messaging and strategy. Let’s Make Your Message Matter Great design isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about making complex information clear, actionable, and unforgettable. Let’s collaborate to create a publication that informs, inspires, and drives change. 📩 Let’s Talk – Schedule a Free Consultation Today!
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Adobe After Effects
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    Procreate
    Motion Design
    Animation Design
    Information Design
    Layout Design
    Report
    Infographic
    Illustration
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Creative Cloud
  • $75 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (6 jobs)
    Owner/Jewelry designer, both for my own line and for others. Custom work for one-of-a-kind, or new lines for others for branding, fundraising or to sell in their names. Whether fine handmade jewelry, or extremely low priced, I coordinate the right team. I am currently working with artisans and manufacturers around the USA, India, Armenia, Bali, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Australia and China. My own line is sculptural metaphors of uplifting ideas, worn as support in self and leading others. My art is to take complicated concepts, make them simple and wrap them in beauty to be left for discovery. Whether through jewelry, writing, art, public speaking, or personal communication, the goal is to offer ideas in ways that can be remembered and revisited for ever increasing insights. Now it's time for you to use my creativity, experience, contacts, and attention to quality and detail to bring your visions to life. Note: The hourly fee is a bit random as we have to post a fee, but in reality we will work out costs that make sense for each project.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Product Design
    3D Design
    CAD
    Public Speaking
    Creative Writing
    Jewelry
    Jewelry Design
    Intercultural Communication
    CAM Software
    Graphic Design
    Creative Strategy
  • $200 hourly
    • 4.7/5
    • (89 jobs)
    As an Upwork Expert-Vetted and Top-Rated Plus professional, I’m in the top 1% of experts in this field. When it comes to data, I love to find creative and visual ways to tell a story. I've learned a lot over the last 10 years and most importantly that there is always more to discover. I specialize in Tableau, Microsoft Power BI and Apache Superset to visualize your data. I use Figma to create compelling wireframes and designs to bring the UI and UX to life. And I work with my clients to understand who they are and what they do... ✨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 Let's get started on your story... James Jeffrey Owner & Lead Design Engineer @ Radar BI
    Featured Skill 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
  • $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.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Corporate Brand Identity
    Instructional Design
    Content Strategy
    Human-Centered Design
    Information Design
    Web Design
    Book
    Print Design
    Infographic
  • $125 hourly
    • 1.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    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.
    Featured Skill 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
  • $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
    Featured Skill 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
  • $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.
    Featured Skill 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
  • $60 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES Generative AI design and concepts. Text to image to video expertise Midjourney, Runway, Kling, ChatGPT UX/UI - wires, annotations, illustrations and design in Figma or Sketch User centered design and A/B testing in Target or Optimizely Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and Digital Asset Manager (DAM) Digital ad campaigns, ad banners and social media campaign tiles Team management experience Ai frameworks and user centered ai Web page builds and publishing in AEM Enterprise Design Thinking - Co-Creator Illustrations for Isometric, flat style, hybrid, icons, diagrams and infographics Storyboard artist for animation, TV ads, web banners and campaigns Brand strategy, campaign concepts and presentations to clients Art direction on set or location for photo shoots and film Production and post production
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Prompt Engineering
    360 Marketing
    Responsive Design
    Web Design
    Illustration
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Figma
    UX & UI
    Art Direction
    Creative Direction
    Digital Ad Campaign
    Midjourney AI
    Runway Gen-2
    Generative AI
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Innovative and user-focused Product UX/UI Designer with over 8 years of experience in digital design and 6 years in UX/UI, passionate about crafting intuitive, engaging, and accessible digital solutions. Adept at translating complex user needs, building seamless design systems and interactive prototypes, Luisa excels at delivering scalable, user-centered designs in cross-functional environments. Seeking a mid-level UX/UI role where expertise in Figma, user research, and responsive design can drive measurable product improvements and user satisfaction. US Green Card Holder Fluent in English & Spanish
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Digital Interface
    UX Research
    UI Graphics
    Web UI
    User Experience
    User Interface Design
    UX & UI
    Product Design
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I’m a designer at heart and love to work in many different mediums. I have experience in both residential and commercial interior design/architecture and also love to dabble with product design, furniture design, or even branding/graphics. Whether you’re trying to freshen up a space in your home, design your dream commercial workspace, or need a logo created, I can help.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Bluebeam Revu
    Canva
    Enscape
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe InDesign
    Commercial Design
    Interior Design
    Residential Design
    Construction Document Preparation
    Architectural Design
    Architecture
    Rhinoceros 3D
    Adobe Photoshop
    Autodesk Revit
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am an art instructor specialized in oil, acrylic and oil pastel painting and composition. I enjoy working with people of any age or background who long to learn about plastic arts and develop their own creativity. Bob Ross's technique, majestic simplicity and extraordinary charisma are a great start-point for the learning adventure. If we can also explore Monet and then Van Gogh, it will be the journey of a lifetime! The fee is negotiable depending on the project, and I'm open to in-person (NYC) and ZOOM lessons. Class projects are my favorite :) I'm also happy to discuss art commissions to reproduce paintings or use a specific technique for a given request.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Photography
    Art Therapy
    Art Tutoring
    Teaching
    Arts & Crafts Lesson
    Arts & Crafts
    Oil Pastel
    Acrylic Painting
    Oil Painting
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a designer with experience in designing interfaces for websites and mobiles. - I am experienced in Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and Wix. - I will fully design your interface from the research to the final prototype. Design is all about effectively communicating a message to users. I will maintain communication every step of the way to ensure the intended message is communicated to users.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Figma
    Logo Design
    UX & UI
    Flyer Design
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Adobe XD
    UX Research
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $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.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Presentation Design
    Fashion Design
    Fashion & Apparel
    Design Enhancement
    Construction Document Preparation
    Business
    Freelance Marketing
    Marketing
    Fashion & Beauty
  • $25 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Hi! My name is Shannon, and I am a performer, singer, voice actor, and interior designer. I am an all-around creative person, and I am looking forward to collaborating with you!
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Voice Acting
    Interior Design
    Design Writing
    Singing
    Theatre
    Performing Arts
    Musical Theatre
  • $30 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm an end-to-end designer, here to make your ideas come alive. I can help you through the entire design process from ideation to prototype, or I can deep dive into specific things you want support with. Since 2014, I have been helping clients reach their business goals through creative problem solving and great design. I am an innovative and strategic designer who believes in merging business needs with aesthetics. Contact me to discuss what you need. Thanks and I look forward to connecting.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Web Design
    Mobile App Design
    App Design
    Design Mockup
    Design Analysis
    Design & Usability Research
    Design Concept
    Prototype Design
    Prototype
    UX Writing
    UX Wireframe
    UX Research
    UX & UI Design
    UX & UI
  • $40 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm Marta Llunell, a creative director and marketing professional with a strong background in fashion, branding, and visual communication. Originally from Barcelona and currently based in New York, I bring a European sensibility combined with a sharp, strategic understanding of today’s market. I studied Advertising and Public Relations and later specialized in graphic design at Parsons The New School. I've worked across different areas of the fashion industry - from styling and social media to wholesale, creative direction, and content production. Most recently, I've led campaigns and positioning strategies for brands like Torn by Ronny Kobo and House of Harlow. I’m passionate about turning ideas into compelling visual concepts, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity and strategy come together.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Branding
    Logo Design
    Canva
    Figma
    Adobe Creative Cloud
    Social Media Content Creation
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a trilingual creative leader with 7+ years of international experience in creative direction, visual storytelling, and multimedia production. Known for building cross-functional teams and producing high-impact content across fashion, food, music, and tech sectors. I'm currently based in NYC, with deep experience in Japan and Korea. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Capture One, and digital + film photography.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Art Direction
    Creative Direction
    Digital Marketing
    Design Concept
    Content Creation
    Digital Advertising
    Digital Ad Campaign
    Advertising
    Branding
    Photography
    Video Editing & Production
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