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Maria D.

Louisville, Kentucky

$45/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I’m a Brand & Presentation Designer with a passion for turning ideas into visuals that inspire action. I specialize in: • Brand Identity & Development - logos, mood boards, and cohesive brand assets. • Presentation & Editorial Design - pitch decks, proposals, reports, and event menus. • Custom Illustration - hand-drawn and digital artwork for marketing and creative projects. With over 7 years in marketing and design, I’ve created everything from corporate sales decks to whimsical illustrated products. My work blends strategic thinking with a strong visual style, ensuring every project connects with its audience. Whether you need a polished investor presentation, a fresh brand identity, or creative collateral for an event, I’ll guide your project from concept to final delivery. Clear communication and on-time delivery are my priorities. Let’s create something that makes your message unforgettable!

  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Brand Development
  • Branding
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Management
  • Presentation Design
  • Business Presentation
  • Informational Infographic
  • Editorial Design
  • Creative Direction
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Marketing Collateral Development
  • Storytelling
  • Event Management
Jeremiah A.

Louisville, Kentucky

$85/hr
4.9
68 jobs

I help teams, brands, and publishers produce polished, professional design while making the systems behind their projects run smoothly. Whether it’s a coffee table book, a magazine layout, or a corporate report, I bring technical mastery, efficiency, and editorial insight to every project. I specialize in: ✱ Editorial and book design for publishers and creators ✱ Branded print and digital materials, from magazines to multi-page reports ✱ Optimizing workflows to make projects faster, smoother, and more reliable ✱ Delivering projects on brief, on schedule, and with consistent quality Clients rely on me because I don’t just execute design, I streamline the process, reduce friction, and ensure every project runs efficiently. My work balances precision, clarity, and professional execution, giving clients confidence that their project will be delivered right the first time. ✱ A deeper dive into what it looks like to work with me ✱ I step into projects with an eye for both design quality and operational efficiency. I don’t just execute files, I make sure the systems supporting your project run smoothly, reducing friction, keeping assets organized, and ensuring that multi-page layouts, campaigns, or branded materials move from concept to delivery without delays or errors. Over the years, I’ve worked on a wide range of projects, including coffee table books, specialty magazines, product catalogs, internal corporate reports, and marketing campaigns. My experience gives me a strong sense of visual hierarchy, pacing, typography, and editorial storytelling, which ensures every piece communicates clearly and resonates with its audience. I thrive in collaborative environments, whether I’m leading the creative direction for a small, growing brand or integrating into an established corporate team. Clients appreciate that I anticipate challenges, streamline workflows, and deliver polished, professional results on brief and on schedule. Small brands benefit from my ability to take ownership of creative processes, providing insight and execution in areas where they need expertise most. Larger teams value that I can step into existing systems, understand constraints, and deliver high-impact design that aligns with brand guidelines and organizational processes. Ultimately, my approach balances precision, efficiency, and editorial insight. Every project is treated as a craft: designed to function seamlessly, communicate effectively, and meet objectives. I focus on making your life easier while producing work that looks and performs at the highest level.

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Layout Design
  • Book
  • Book Cover
  • Editorial Design
  • Book Layout
  • Typesetting
  • Print Production
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Branding
Charles F.

Louisville, Kentucky

$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hello All,  My name is Charlie Fussenegger, I am a fresh graduate from the University of Dayton School of Business. I graduated with a degree of marketing and I have an affinity for graphic design. I am very experienced in Adobe Animate, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, , and Adobe Media Encoder. I urge you scroll through to view my creative ability and my work that I have been proudly accumulating. I am open to any questions and hope you have a tremendous day! Bests, Charlie Fussenegger

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Animate
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Animation
  • Google Display Network
  • Adobe Inc.
Oisze M.

Louisville, Kentucky

$55/hr
5.0
132 jobs

Hi, I am a US based video editor, VFX & motion graphics designer, and AI video producer with over 6 years of professional experience, specializing in commercial content, digital ads, branded storytelling, product promos, social media content, educational and documentary style videos, and cinematic visual media across a wide range of industries. I help brands, creators, and businesses, including premium brands and institutions, transform raw ideas and footage into polished, high performing videos designed for engagement, clarity, and strong visual impact, helping increase retention, elevate brand perception, and deliver content that performs across platforms. My work includes video editing, motion graphics, visual effects, color correction, sound design, AI video and image generation, AI voice over and music integration, and full post production for short form and long form content across digital platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. I have extensive experience working on commercial ads, social media campaigns, product videos, YouTube content, documentaries, trailers, and branded storytelling projects. I use Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, DaVinci Resolve, and the latest AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency and expand creative possibilities while maintaining a natural and cinematic look. I focus strongly on pacing, structure, and visual storytelling so that every video feels intentional, engaging, and aligned with the message it is meant to deliver. My approach is both creative and technical. I ensure that visuals, sound, and narrative all work together to create a cohesive and professional final product that holds attention and communicates clearly. I am comfortable working under deadlines, managing feedback, and adapting to different styles depending on the project needs. My goal is to consistently deliver high quality work that feels modern, clean, and effective, whether for advertising, branding, or content growth. If you are looking for someone who can handle both creative direction and technical execution at a professional level, I would be glad to support your project.

  • Video Editing
  • Trailer
  • Video Commercial
  • Visual Effects
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Short Video Ad
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Film Production
  • AI Video Generation
  • AI Video Generator
  • Motion Graphics
  • Social Media Video
Elissa M.

Louisville, Kentucky

$60/hr
4.5
87 jobs

I’m a graphic designer and hand letterer. I hone YOUR message into a high-impact design! I enjoy finding the balance between aesthetics and functionality in every design. I am committed to good communication with clients, helping them think creatively about their goals and their audience. I know that an effective working relationship requires more than good design skills, so I feel that it is important to be focused, efficient, and dependable in all my interactions with you. I won’t leave you wondering what happened to your designer on a rush project. You can expect clear communication and consistent updates from me! Whether creating logos, branding, custom hand lettering, or promotional materials, all my designs are characterized by strong layout and clear messages. However, I specialize in custom hand lettering and promotional print design. También ofrezco servicios en español.  Contact me today to start the journey towards effective visual communication!

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Illustration
  • Print Design
  • Layout Design
  • Lettering
  • Digital Design
  • Calligraphy
Anthony N.

Louisville, Kentucky

$35/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Clever. Conceptual. Slightly surreal. I bring 13 years of experience in digital illustration and graphic design to clients who want something just a little more imaginative than the norm. My style blends editorial sophistication with whimsical storytelling—perfect for authors, self-published writers, publishers, musicians, and small businesses looking to stand out with striking visual narratives. Whether you need a book cover that arrests the eye, a poster that starts a conversation, or an illustration that adds depth to your message, I’m here to deliver artwork that’s both beautiful and purposeful. I specialize in: • Editorial Illustration • Poster & Flyer Design • Book Cover Design • T-Shirt and Merchandise Graphics • eBook Layout & Visual Design My work leans toward the surreal and symbolic—ideal for projects with a philosophical, lyrical, or unconventional edge. I’m proficient in Photoshop and Procreate, and I pride myself on clean files, professional formatting, and clear communication throughout every stage of the process. I work solo and prefer fixed-price contracts. I’m available throughout the week and hold myself to a high standard of diligence and detail. Let’s create something clever.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Layout Design
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Typography
  • Digital Illustration
  • Editorial Illustration
  • Book Cover Design
  • Poster Design
  • Ebook Design
  • Procreate
  • Color Theory
  • Creative Direction

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