Hire the Best Illustrators in Ottawa, ON
Ottawa, Canada
You come to me when the brand needs to stop looking “in progress” and start looking ready to sell. I’m Mehreen, a Top Rated Graphic Designer working across branding, packaging, UI/UX, presentations, print, illustration, book covers, editorial layout, and marketing design. For the past 6+ years, I’ve helped startups, SaaS companies, authors, publishers, and product brands turn scattered visuals into clean, professional design that feels consistent across every customer touchpoint. What I work on: • Branding & Identity — logos, brand systems, typography, color, and guidelines • Packaging Design — retail-ready packaging for beauty, skincare, food, supplements, and consumer products • UI/UX — landing pages, SaaS dashboards, app screens, and Figma prototypes • Presentations — pitch decks, sales decks, business presentations, and formatted documents • Marketing & Print — ads, social creatives, brochures, catalogs, menus, collateral, book covers, and editorial layouts • Illustration — digital, hand-drawn, editorial, and conceptual visuals I ask the right questions before I start, not halfway through the project when changes become expensive. Files come back organized, production-ready, and easy to hand off. Communication stays clear, revisions stay minimal, and projects move fast. Tell me what you’re building — I’ll tell you quickly if I’m the right fit.
- Adobe Illustrator
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Brand Identity
- WordPress Website Design
- Shopify Website Design
- Social Media Design
- Landing Page Design
- Pitch Deck
- UX & UI Design
- Web Design
- Figma
- Print Marketing Materials
- Canva
Ottawa, Canada
Hey there, I'm a seasoned web designer and developer, bringing over a decade of passion and expertise to the table. I've got a knack for coding and an artist's eye for design, ensuring your website is not just functional, but visually stunning. Versatile Platform Mastery & Design Skills Whether it's WordPress, Webflow, SquareSpace, WooCommerce, WIX, or crafting custom solutions, I've got it covered. Plus, I'm fully proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, ready to bring your creative visions to life. Digital Marketing for Real Results I go beyond building websites, using my extensive digital marketing skills to turn your online presence into a customer conversion powerhouse. Why Choose Me? ✅ Decades of Expertise: Merging technical precision with creative flair. ✅ All-in-One: From custom builds to CMS, with wallet-friendly pricing. ✅ Flexible Timing: As a full-time Upwork freelancer in EST, I adjust my schedule to match yours. Ready to start crafting your web masterpiece? Let’s chat!
- PHP
- WordPress
- AJAX
- jQuery
- Website Redesign
- Web Development
- CSS 3
- HTML5
- JavaScript
- Landing Page
- UI/UX Prototyping
- Wix
- Squarespace
- Webflow
- Web Design
Ottawa, Canada
Helping authors, coaches, educators, and entrepreneurs transform ideas into beautifully designed, professionally published books. With 6+ years of experience, I specialize in children’s book illustration, ebook ghostwriting, Kindle formatting, Amazon KDP publishing, book cover design, and complete book layout services. Whether you need a fully illustrated children’s storybook, a professionally written eBook, or a print-ready workbook for Amazon KDP, I can handle the entire process from concept to final delivery. I combine creativity, storytelling, and professional publishing expertise to create books that are visually engaging, reader-friendly, and ready for both print and digital platforms. 📚 My Services Include: • Children’s Book Illustration • Storybook Character Design • eBook Ghostwriting & Content Development • Kindle eBook Formatting (KDP Ready) • Amazon KDP Publishing & Optimization • Book Cover Design (Print & Digital) • Workbook, Planner & Journal Design • Interactive PDF & Lead Magnet Design • Book Interior Layout & Typesetting • Print-Ready Formatting for Amazon KDP & IngramSpark • Canva & Adobe InDesign Book Design • Converting Blogs, PDFs & Courses into eBooks 🎯 Industries & Niches I’ve Worked In: Children’s Books, Self-Help, Business, Health & Wellness, Educational Content, Spirituality, Coaching, Personal Development, Journals, Planners, and Digital Products 🛠️ Tools I Use: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Canva, Microsoft Word, Google Docs Why clients love working with me? Because I don’t just “design books.” I help bring stories, ideas, and brands to life through professional visuals, engaging layouts, and publishing-ready content that stands out in today’s crowded market. From first concept to final Amazon upload, I focus on quality, communication, creativity, and a smooth client experience throughout the entire project. 👉 If you’re looking for someone who can professionally handle your book from idea to published product send me a message and let’s create something amazing together.
- Copywriting
- Book Layout
- Book Editing
- Content Writing
- Adobe InDesign
- Book Cover Design
- Content Editing
- Developmental Editing
- Line Editing
- Editing & Proofreading
- Formatting
- Book Writing
- Ebook Writing
- Kindle Direct Publishing
- Publishing
Ottawa, Canada
Need design that looks premium, feels easy to use, and actually moves people to click? Let’s do it. ✨ I’m a Senior UI/UX + Brand & Marketing Designer (11+ years) working with SaaS, startups, and growth brands to create clean, modern, conversion-friendly design in Figma + Adobe—polished, consistent, and ready for production. Hire me for: 🎯 UI/UX: dashboards, web/mobile UI, UX flows, prototypes 📈 Landing pages: conversion-focused sections + hierarchy 🧱 Design systems: components, UI kits, rules for consistency 🎨 Branding: logos, identity systems, style guides 📣 Marketing: ads, banners, one-pagers, pitch decks Working with me = ⚡ Fast momentum (strong first direction in 24h) 🤝 Clear updates + friendly communication ✅ Organized files + smooth handoff for dev/print Share your brief + references and I’ll send back a simple plan.
- Adobe Illustrator
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Pitchbook
- Branding
- Infographic
- Digital Marketing Materials
- Flyer Design
- Brochure Design
- WordPress
- Book Cover Design
- CMS Development
- Shopify
- Figma
- UI/UX Prototyping
Ottawa, Canada
I’m a published, award-winning designer and illustrator with 10 years of experience in providing creative solutions for design problems. I have illustrated over 20+ books. My work has garnered international recognition, featured in several exhibitions worldwide including in the United States, Italy, Turkey, and China. I can help your book, blog or any other project stand out by creating unique illustrations to go with them. I understand what great visual storytelling can achieve and how important it is. Let's craft YOUR story together to create a meaningful experience for your audience and yourself. Let's make good art! ⚡️WHAT MY CLIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT ME “I’m overjoyed that the world is learning what I’ve understood for years: Maheen Sana is a rock star designer and illustrator. Partnering with her as we developed my children’s books has been an absolute joy as her contributions were an inspiration of creativity to me. Keep doing what you do, Maheen!” - Matthew Gosselin, Author of "Stuck", “Beautiful Name” and “Tinko” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "An absolute joy to work with! Next level creativity!" - DC Horn, Founder of XanCon Entertainment ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I really enjoyed working with Maheen, wonderful personality and really brings a new element into illustrating both to brief and off brief. Not afraid to interpret and question which I really value in an illustrator. Would highly recommend and would happily work with her again on another project." - Abhimanyu Bose, Head of Creative at 1616 Media ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Maheen is a professional!!! She did an amazing logo for me and was a great communicator. I had never used Upwork before and was pleasantly surprised by how great it was to use and will definitely recommend Maheen!" - Randi, Founder of Trixie Pixie Baby 🚀 SKILLS Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Xd Blender 3D ZBrush Procreate Figma 🙌 SERVICES Graphics for Digital Marketing: Social media posts, brochures Game Art: Character design, environment art, concept art Illustrations: Vector illustrations, children’s books, blogs, websites Layout Design: Magazines, editorials, ebooks UI Design: Websites and mobile applications Print Design: Posters, brochures, flyers Branding: Logo design, brand identity 3D Art: Sculptures and models
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Drawing
- Logo Design
- T-Shirt Design
- Graphic Design
- Brochure
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Infographic
- Print Design
- Menu Design
- Children's Literature
- Photo Editing
- Ebook Design
- Web UI
- Book Cover
- Social Media Design
- Album Cover
- Branding
Ottawa, Canada
Hi! I’m Amel, a graphic designer specializing in creating visual identities, print and web designs. With extensive expertise in graphic design, I excel in using techniques and tools to craft impactful visuals that stand out on both print and digital platforms. My little experience in content creation has deepened my understanding of what truly captivates audiences. This journey sharpened my creative eye and enabled me to deliver designs that are not only visually stunning but also meaningful and effective. Whether you’re looking for a unique brand identity, captivating illustrations, or polished social media visuals, I combine creativity and strategy to bring your ideas to life. I speak English, French, and Arabic, I collaborate seamlessly across cultures to ensure your vision is beautifully realized. Areas of Expertise: - Logo Design & Brand Identity - Corporate Design - Social Media Design - Web/App Design - Photoshop Manipulation Let’s create something amazing together—send me a message, and let’s get started!
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Figma
- Adobe After Effects
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Front-End Development
- JavaScript
- Web Development
- HTML
- CSS
- React
- Firebase
- Branding
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