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Kate V.

Cape Town, South Africa

$35/hr
5.0
8 jobs

ABOUT ME I'm a Brand and Graphic Designer with a passion for Brand Creation—building cohesive brand identities that work across every touchpoint, from visual design to digital presence. My Expertise: • Brand Identity Development: Logo design, colour systems, typography, and comprehensive brand guidelines • Digital Design: Websites, social media profiles, and digital marketing materials • Print & Layout Design: Presentations, pitch decks, coffee table books, and marketing collateral • PowerPoint Systems: I specialise in building easy-to-use PowerPoint templates with smart layouts and built-in styling that help non-designers create polished, on-brand materials with minimal effort Clients come to me when they need: • A complete brand refresh with all the assets to execute consistently • Custom PowerPoint templates that make internal teams look professional • Branded presentations and pitch decks that make a strong impact • Websites that are both beautiful and conversion-focused • Marketing materials aligned with their visual identity • Streamlined design systems that are easy to update and replicate Tools I Use: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Squarespace, PowerPoint, Canva My Approach: I believe great design isn't just about looking good—it's about creating systems that work for your business long-term. Whether it's a website that drives leads, a presentation template your team can actually use, or a coffee table book that tells your story, I build design solutions that are both strategic and beautiful. I'm available for ongoing work or one-off projects. Let's build something clean, consistent, and uniquely yours.

  • Graphic Design
  • Logo Design
  • Typography
  • Branding
  • Presentation Design
  • Brand Development
  • Presentations
  • Product Design
  • Business Presentation
Attilio R.

Randburg, South Africa

$10/hr
4.9
12 jobs

Hey there! I'm Attilio, a freshly minted graphic designer bursting onto the scene with a passion for all things visual. Whether it's crafting eye-catching posters or designing trendy shirts, I thrive on bringing ideas to life through art.

  • Graphic Design
  • Banner Ad Design
  • Illustration
  • Logo Design
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Poster Design
  • Label & Packaging Design
  • Midjourney AI
  • Desktop Publishing
  • Social Media Advertising
  • 3D Modeling
  • Mascot Logo
Keren S.

Randburg, South Africa

$35/hr
5.0
65 jobs

🎨 Designer 💥 Brand Architect ✏️ Illustrator 🖋️ Copywriter. Hey, I'm Keren and I help brands connect, thrive, and convert through authentic design and years of skilled strategy. Whether you're just starting out or ready for a rebrand, I bring a mix of artistic flair and strategic thinking to make your brand unforgettable. From logos to full visual systems, I design with purpose, not just polish. I’m a seasoned graphic designer, illustrator, and brand builder with over a decade of experience helping businesses craft identities that actually connect. Whether you're launching something new or refining what you’ve already built, I’m here to make sure your brand stands out for all the right reasons. Over the years, I've learned that design isn’t just about making things look pretty, it’s about telling the right story. The kind that feels like you. The kind that makes people pause, connect, and remember. What I bring to the table: 🎨 Brand Identity Design; from bold and edgy to minimal and refined 🖌️ Custom Illustration; vector or hand-drawn, made to set you apart 📱 Scroll-stopping Social Media Graphics 🧠 Strategic Visual Thinking; I approach every design with the why in mind 🖋️ Copywriting (when needed); because words and visuals deserve equal care My toolkit includes Adobe CC, Procreate, Figma, and the experience to know how to use them with intention. But more than tools, what sets me apart is how I work: I care deeply. I listen carefully. I deliver consistently. And I treat your brand like it’s my own, with craft, creativity, and integrity. If you’re looking for someone who brings a strategic mind, an artistic eye, and a heart for your brand, I’d love to collaborate. Let’s build something that lasts.

  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Logo Design
  • Vector Art
  • Label & Packaging Design
  • Character Design
  • Social Media Content
  • Cartoon Art
Chante V.

Potchefstroom, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs

If people can't remember your brand, they won't choose you. This is where I come in. I've helped 100+ brands stand out through graphic design, content creation, video editing, social media management, and strategic marketing. As a creative, I know that growth comes from staying one step ahead. Your business deserves more than a freelancer who simply schedules posts and hopes for the best. In a world full of trends, copy-paste brands, and forgettable content, I build brands that are strategic, sharp, and impossible to ignore. Pretty content is nice. Content that converts is better. I do both.

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Logo Design
  • Social Media Management
  • Canva
  • Figma
  • Video Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Content Strategy
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Creative Direction
  • Ad Campaign
  • Digital Marketing
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Email Marketing
  • AI Video Generation
James P.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
26 jobs

I help agencies, DTC brands, and e-commerce businesses produce static Meta ad creatives that are ready to launch, not ready to be revised ten times. Over the past few years I have worked directly with established brands and performance marketing agencies across health and wellness, supplements, nutrition, and e-commerce. Top Rated on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Score and long term agency relationships built around consistent monthly creative production. What I bring to every project: → Clean product focused layouts that put your offer front and centre → Ads delivered in multiple aspect ratios including 1:1, 4:5, and 9:16 → Campaign batches and ongoing creative production delivered on time every time → Built to your brand guidelines and delivered ready to run → Integrated into agency workflows with fast turnaround and zero hand-holding required → Monthly retainer support for brands and agencies running ongoing Meta campaigns If you are running paid ads on Facebook or Instagram and need a reliable creative specialist for ongoing production, let's work together.

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Banner Ad Design
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Ad Creative
  • Canva
  • Advertising Design
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Static Banner Ad Design
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Social Media Imagery
  • Facebook Ad Campaign
  • Social Media Design
  • Performance Marketing
  • Digital Advertising
  • Ecommerce Marketing
  • Product Marketing
  • Creative Strategy
  • Paid Social
  • Social Media Marketing
Cary C.

Gqeberha, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I help Etsy sellers, Shopify brands, and eCommerce businesses create products that rank higher, attract buyers, and generate sales. I own and manage two active Etsy shops with more than **490 active listings**, giving me hands-on experience in product research, trend analysis, AI-assisted design, Etsy SEO, listing optimization, mockup creation, and digital product development. I understand what it takes to build products that are not only visually appealing but also commercially successful. I provide complete product development services—from researching profitable niches to creating original artwork, writing SEO-optimized listings, and producing professional mockups ready for Etsy, Printify, Shopify, and other eCommerce platforms. **My Services** • Etsy SEO audits and listing optimization • eRank keyword research and competitor analysis • Print-on-Demand product design (Printify, Printful & Shopify) • AI-generated artwork using Midjourney, ChatGPT, DALL·E, and Canva • Product mockups and lifestyle imagery • Etsy titles, descriptions, attributes, and SEO tags • Digital product creation including planners, journals, workbooks, templates, coloring books, clipart bundles, printable wall art, educational resources, and PNG collections • Product research and niche validation • Branding and marketing graphics Across my Etsy businesses I've created products including: • Apparel and T-shirt graphics • Mugs and drinkware • Tote bags and accessories • Journals and stationery • Blankets and home décor • Wall art and printable décor • Personalized gifts • Clipart bundles and commercial PNGs • Educational resources and coloring books • Digital downloads and Canva templates My process starts with research. I analyze Etsy trends, search demand, competitors, and customer intent before developing products that are original, commercially viable, and optimized for search visibility. Whether you need a complete Etsy listing, AI-generated artwork, high-converting mockups, digital products, or a full SEO strategy for your shop, I can help. If you're looking for someone who understands Etsy, print-on-demand, AI workflows, and digital product development from concept to launch, I'd love to work with you.

  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • T-Shirt Design
  • AI Image Generator
  • AI Image Editing
  • Midjourney AI
  • Digital Art
  • Poster Design
  • Image Editing
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Visual Design
  • Book Cover Design
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Digital Illustration
  • Art Direction
  • Creative Direction
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Character Design
  • Concept Artistry
  • Generative AI

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