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Oakland, California
Hi I'm Vinnie, a graphic designer with 5 years of experience in graphic design and social media work. I have a BFA from the University of Utah and have taken online courses in graphic design, marketing, and branding. Throughout my studies I was awarded numerous awards for my artwork and have been creating work ever since. I have spent over 10 years as a professional dance and choreographer and use that perspective to create moving designs that draw viewers in. I have the most experience in working with small arts organizations, schools, and artists but am happy to work with anyone looking for beautiful and engaging media. My work involves creating web content, social media posts, print materials including posters & programs, and merchandise. I have a versatile skill set and am ready to use all those tools to help my clients get their desired outcome. For 4 years I was the lead designer for em(body) dance project where I created posters, postcards, social media advertising, videos as well as logo design and brand merchandise. I am comfortable working alone or closely within a team to build a company's brand together. It is my goal to use dynamic imagery to creating captivating and professional quality design, no matter your budget. My skills include proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and other adobe products. Additionally I work with Canva, Google Drive, and web design platforms including Wix, Squarespace, & Wordpress, and music or video editing software including iMovie and Garage Band. If you're looking for ways to level up your online presence and/or printed advertising, reach out with your project and I'll make it happen!
- Graphic Design
- Digital Design
- Visual Communication
- Administrative Support
Oakland, California
I’m an interdisciplinary artist and designer with expertise in illustration, animation, digital and analog painting, and graphic design. Whether you need original artwork, motion graphics, or branded designs, I can help bring your creative vision to life. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, 2D animation, acrylics, watercolor, charcoal, graphite, and digital painting. I prioritize clear communication and collaboration to deliver quality work on time. Let’s connect and create something meaningful together.
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Logo Design
- Presentation Design
- Packaging Design
- Digital Art
- Acrylic Painting
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Label & Packaging Design
- Informational Infographic
- Digital Painting
- Brand Design
- Animation Design
- Concept Design
Oakland, California
Twenty years of brand identity, digital advertising, and presentation design for clients including Oakley, Dior, ElevenLabs, and Matson Logistics. Founder of Kalibr Studio. The work spans 0-to-1 brand systems, high-converting digital campaigns, executive presentation design, and production-ready collateral. Every asset is built with the same structural discipline whether the project is a global campaign or a one-off deliverable. Clean work. Direct communication. Fast turnaround. Available for project work, campaign rollouts, and ongoing retainers. Send a brief. If the project is the right fit, work starts immediately.
- Graphic Design
- Banner Ad Design
- Brochure
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- User Interface Design
- Presentation Design
- Corporate Brand Identity
- Social Media Management
- Social Media Marketing
- Social Media Strategy
- Social Media Content
- Social Media Design
- Brochure Design
Oakland, California
Hi there 😃 Let me help you create something spectacular, and help your brand find its Visual Identity. ✅ 5+ years' experience in graphic design ✅ Expert level ✅ Excellent knowledge of design principles, color theory, branding etiquettes, corporate identity, web and mobile technologies. What I can do for You: • Logo designs • Graphic design • Branding identity • Packaging design • UI/UX design • Social media design • Flyers, Brochure design • Movie poster designs • Business card design • And any image/photoshop manipulation - Perfectly done with my knowledge of Lighting, Shadows, Composition & Perspective. Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe XD, Figma, Adobe after effects, Adobe Premiere Pro If you have a project/idea to discuss, feel free to click the "Invite to Job" button at the top right corner; even if you don't know exactly what you need. I'm always happy to help find that aesthetic sweet spot for you/your brand. Thank you!
- Graphic Design
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Illustration
- Infographic
- Logo Design
- Landing Page
- Vector Graphic
- Adobe After Effects
- Photo Editing
- UI/UX Prototyping
- Branding
- Email Design
- Adobe Lightroom
Oakland, California
With extensive experience across architecture, interior design, graphic design, and art, I offer a versatile skill set that spans multiple disciplines. Known for my keen attention to detail, I specialize in creating innovative designs and ensuring high-quality execution. As a Revit expert, I've led training programs to help staff effectively use Revit for improved productivity and design precision. I am committed to delivering outstanding results that exceed client expectations.
- Graphic Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Illustration
- Logo Design
- Construction Document Preparation
- Autodesk Revit
- 3D Modeling
- Procreate
- Freehand Digital Illustration
Oakland, California
OVERVIEW Many teams know something isn’t working in their product—but they’re missing clear evidence for why and what to do next. That’s where I come in. I’m a senior UX Researcher with 15+ years of experience helping product teams make confident decisions using quantitative and qualitative user research. I specialize in turning ambiguous questions into measurable insights that directly inform product strategy, usability improvements, and roadmap priorities. What I help clients with: - Quantitative UX research (task success, completion rates, error analysis) - Usability testing (moderated & unmoderated) - Survey design and analysis - Information architecture testing (tree tests, card sorting) - Research synthesis and insight storytelling - Actionable UX reports with prioritized recommendations How I work: I often use an explanatory sequential approach—starting with quantitative data (analytics, surveys, task metrics) to identify patterns, then layering in qualitative research to understand the “why” behind user behavior. This ensures decisions are grounded in evidence, not assumptions. I’ve led research initiatives for organizations including the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Visa, Silicon Valley Bank, MetLife, Teladoc Health, and BAL—working closely with product, design, engineering, data science, and compliance teams in highly regulated environments. Who I work best with: - SaaS and digital product teams - Fintech and health-tech companies - Startups preparing for scale - Teams that need clear, defensible UX insights—not just opinions If you need research that drives decisions (not just decks), I’d be happy to help.
- Adobe Photoshop
- Dashboard
- Design & Usability Research
- UX Research
- User Flow
- Usability Testing
- UI/UX Prototyping
- User-Centered Design
- User Experience Strategy
- User Interface Design
- Web Application
- UserTesting
- Competitive Analysis
- User Experience Design
- Wireframing
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