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I'm a Top Rated GIS developer with 15+ years of experience helping clients turn spatial data into clear, decision-ready deliverables. I've completed 60+ projects on Upwork across real estate, infrastructure, energy, environmental, and regulatory GIS — and I'm the person clients come back to when they need it done right. What I do best: I take messy, inherited, or partially defined GIS projects and bring structure, documentation, and momentum. Whether you need a one-off spatial analysis or ongoing GIS support, I deliver clean outputs that support real-world decisions — site selection maps, parcel analyses, investor-grade visualizations, interactive web maps, and technical CAD-ready files. Core capabilities: Spatial analysis and geoprocessing · Parcel, zoning, and land-use analysis · Site selection and suitability modeling including Data Centers and infastructure/fiber/telecom · Demographic and census data analysis · Buffer analysis, spatial joins, and overlays · Static and interactive map production · GIS-to-AutoCAD conversions · FCC broadband and regulatory mapping · Data cleanup and normalization Tools: QGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, Mapbox, Leaflet, Google Maps, Python, Adobe Illustrator Formats: SHP, GeoJSON, GPKG, DXF, DWG, CSV, KMZ I value clear communication, fast turnaround, and long-term client relationships. Available for short-term tasks or ongoing spatial analysis support during standard U.S. business hours (flexible by project).

I am a budding, enthusiastic illustrator of children's books, to be enjoyed by younger and older readers alike. Although I am self-taught, I have completed several book illustration projects in delivering imaginative, high quality illustrations, without the usage of AI. I hope to continue developing and diversifying my portfolio through potential clientele.

Most clients contact me when their presentation, report, brochure, or marketing material is nearly finished but still doesn't look professional enough for investors, clients, stakeholders, or decision-makers. I help startups, consultants, agencies, and growing businesses transform existing content into clear, polished, business-ready designs that communicate credibility and make complex information easy to understand. Over the past 8+ years, I've completed 500+ projects including investor pitch decks, executive presentations, annual reports, capability statements, brochures, company profiles, infographics, and sales collateral for businesses across multiple industries. Whether you need to raise funding, win new clients, communicate complex information, or simply make your materials look more professional, I focus on creating designs that support your goals not just make things look good. Typical Projects I Work On • Investor Pitch Decks for startup fundraising • Sales Presentations for B2B companies • Executive Briefings & Board Presentations • PowerPoint & Google Slides Redesigns • Company Profiles & Capability Statements • One-Pagers & Sell Sheets • Brochures & Marketing Collateral • Product Catalogs & Multi-Page Documents • Annual Reports & Corporate Publications • White Papers & PDF Reports • Infographics & Data Visualization • Canva Templates & Brand-Aligned Marketing Materials What You Can Expect ✓ Clear, professional layouts that improve readability and engagement ✓ Strong visual hierarchy that guides attention to the right information ✓ Brand-consistent design across presentations and marketing materials ✓ Fully editable source files (PPTX, INDD, AI, Canva, PDF) ✓ Print-ready and digital-ready deliverables ✓ Fast turnaround and proactive communication ✓ Organized files that are easy for your team to update later Tools I Use Adobe InDesign • Adobe Illustrator • Adobe Photoshop • PowerPoint • Google Slides • Canva • Figma Industries I've Worked With Technology • SaaS • Professional Services • Finance • Healthcare • Real Estate • Manufacturing • Construction • Education • Nonprofits • Government Contractors Need Something Fast? Many projects are completed within 2–5 business days, and priority turnaround is available for urgent deadlines when needed. Ready to Get Started? Send me: • What you're creating • Approximate page/slide count • Your timeline or deadline • Existing content or draft files (if available) I'll review everything and recommend the most efficient path forward.

Welcome to The Graffix Pirate. I have over 15 years of experience in graphic design and related areas. I am an entrepreneur, who over the last 15 years has worked in both freelance and the corporate world, and developed several small businesses. I am more than just a designer, a true jack of all trades. I love working on different projects and using my skills and experience to help others succeed. STRENGTHS: LOGOS & BRANDING: Deep understanding of branding, color theory, color psychology, and typography. PRINT DESIGN (paper): marketing collateral, postcards, business cards, brochures, booklets, flyers, posters, forms and documents, album art, wealth of experience with color management and many various print equipment and technologies, as well as the prepress aspect before printing such as page layout and preflights. APPAREL DESIGN: wealth of experience in screen print, DTG (Direct To Garment), Sublimation, DTF (Direct To Film), Heat Transfers, and Embroidery, handling design and prepress for printing on different apparel and accessories, and band merch. VINYL & SIGNAGE: decals, stickers, yard signs, billboards, storefront graphics, banners, and vehicle wraps, experienced in design and installation. WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT: web and app design, website builder platforms (such as Wix, Square, Shopify, etc.), HTML, CSS, Javascript (Currently in courses to strengthen front end development and learn back end development), SEO, Digital Advertising. E-COMMERCE: particularly Shopify store set up and development. In addition, I am experienced in fine art and freehand art, crafts, marketing, customer service, business operations, process improvement, workflow management, machine operation, equipment maintenance, and a wealth of other knowledge and experience. SOFTWARE SKILLS: •Adobe Illustrator •Adobe InDesign •Adobe Photoshop •Adobe Acrobat •HTML, CSS, Javascript •Shopify •Amica ColorPRINT RIP Software •UltraSeps Separation Software •T Seps Separation Software •SAI Flexi Print Software •VersaWorks Print Software •Fuji XMF Workflow software •DesignPro (Elixir Technologies) •Adobe After Effects •Adobe Media Encoder •Adobe Premier Pro •Blender •Visual Studio Code •Wordpress •Microsoft •Smartsheet •AS/400 (and other data/order entry) EQUIPMENT SKILLS: •I Image ST - CTS printer •HP Latex 335 Printer & Cutter •Roland VG 540 wide fomat print & cut •Familiar with M&R Gauntlet Screen Printing Press •Familiar with MHM S Type Xtrreme Screen Printing Press •Familiar with Brother GTX Direct to Garment Printer •Familiar with ColDesi DTF Direct to Film Printer •Various Heat Presses & Heat Guns •Canon i300 inkjet production printer •Canon imagePRESS C7010VPS toner production printer •Epson 7900 inkjet proofer •Familiar with Muller Martini web offset press •Polar MOHR 78 high-speed cutter •Pneumatic and Hydraulic controls on metal coil coating line •Overhead Crane operation •Forklift operation •Order Picker Lift •Electric pallet jack •Calipers and Micrometers and other measuring devices

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭? I help startups, Amazon sellers, Shopify brands, and growing businesses build powerful brand identities, professional logos, product packaging, and high-converting websites that increase trust, visibility, and sales. As a Logo & Brand Identity Designer, I focus on creating clean, strategic, and memorable designs that make brands stand out in competitive markets. 🔥 My Core Services ✔ 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 & 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲 • Custom Logo Design (Minimal, Modern, Luxury, Corporate) • Complete Brand Identity Systems • Typography & Color Palette Development • Brand Guidelines & Visual Identity Systems • Branding for Startups & Growing Businesses ✔ 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 & 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 • Product Packaging Design (Boxes, Pouches, Bottles, Jars) • Food & Beverage Packaging • Supplement & Wellness Labels • Beauty & Cosmetic Packaging • Retail Packaging for Amazon, Shopify & E-commerce • Print-Ready Dielines (CMYK, Pantone, Bleeds, Barcodes) Packaging that looks premium, builds trust, and stands out on retail shelves. ✔ 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 (𝐔𝐈/𝐔𝐗) • Shopify Website Design • WordPress Website Design • Responsive Website Design • Product Landing Pages • Conversion-Focused UI/UX Design Your website will be designed to match your brand identity and deliver a seamless customer experience. 🎯 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐈 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 • Food & Beverage Brands • Health & Wellness / Supplements • Beauty & Skincare • Coffee Brands • Luxury & Premium Products • E-commerce & Shopify Businesses 🛠 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐈 𝐔𝐬𝐞 • Adobe Illustrator – Logo & Vector Design • Adobe Photoshop – Product Mockups & Visuals • Adobe InDesign – Brand Guidelines & Print Design 📦 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 • Editable Source Files (AI, PSD, PDF) • High-Resolution Mockups • Print-Ready Production Files • Professional Brand Assets for Web & Print With 200+ successful design projects, my focus is on strategic branding, premium packaging design, and professional visual identity systems that help businesses grow in competitive markets. If you're looking for a Logo Designer, Brand Identity Expert, Packaging Designer, or Web Designer who delivers high-quality results, feel free to click “Invite to Job” or send a message. 𝐈’𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭

I am an expert in modern and minimalist design. My specialty is in Pitch and Presentation design and I have created decks for dozens of winning pitches from all different industries including tech, AI, VC, Real Estate, Healthcare, Fintech, Crypto/Blockchain and more. 👨‍💻 Past Clients include: Strategic Biofuels, Pelorus Fund, LaHoja Capital Management, Easterly Alternatives, Pluralytics, Caply, Amenity, NEAR Foundation, VERY Health, Paramean Solutions, CoachCare + Many More 🌟 Strategic design meets business expertise: With experience in Venture Capital, Investments, Startups, Analytics, Marketing, Fundraising, and Sales, I create pitch decks that are not only visually compelling but also strategically impactful. 🎨 Design excellence: Skilled in Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides, Figma, and Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), I specialize in clean, modern designs that elevate your pitch with a polished, professional, and trustworthy aesthetic. I'm deeply passionate about helping entrepreneurs and business owners turn their ideas into reality. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing a startup thrive and knowing I contributed to its success. A compelling pitch deck is crucial for capturing investor and customer interest and driving your vision forward. Let’s collaborate to create a presentation that stands out and leaves a lasting impact. 🌟 Client testimonials: Working with Ariel through the development of my fund pitch deck has been a great collaborative process. She guided the creative process in developing the logo and brand aesthetic, and the results were exactly what we wanted. Ariel has been a great translator of our brand and product into a visual storyline that continues to resonate with our target investor and move new LPs through the door! -La Hoja Capital Management We really enjoyed working with Ariel. She is hardworking, efficient, and on point. We strongly recommend her and would hire her again. - Bahlam Capital Ariel was incredibly easy to work with: Intuitive, highly responsive, persistent and above all, talented. I had several changes over the course of the project and she handled all of them cheerfully and quickly. I would not hesitate to hire her again. - KLRE 🚀 Services: - Pitch deck design and writing - Sales deck design and writing - Presentation design - Executive summaries and one-pagers - Sales Sheets and Marketing Materials - Logo and brand identity design - Infographic Design - Website Design and Buildout - Video Design