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Oakdale, California
So glad you’re here, I’m Emma Jane. I’m a creative, detail-oriented digital artist with a background in both business and design, which allows me to approach projects with equal parts strategy and creativity. I’m passionate about using art to communicate ideas, tell visual stories, and help brands bring their concepts to life in a way that feels thoughtful, cohesive, and aligned. What I Specialize In: • Custom illustrations • Brand-aligned artwork & creative direction • Merchandise, posters, menus & marketing visuals • Visual concepts for brands and creatives • Design feedback & collaborative ideation Platforms I Enjoy Using: • Procreate • Creative Cloud: Illustrate, Photoshop, Firefly, Lightroom • Canva • Envato What Sets Me Apart My collaborative and intuitive approach. I don’t just create artwork. I help you make confident design decisions by offering thoughtful feedback, creative direction, and a fresh perspective. I also love exploring new creative spaces, because I’ve found that a beginner’s mindset often leads to the most inspired, original, and meaningful work. If you’re looking for an artist who blends creativity, clarity, and intention, I’d love to work together. Check out more of my work at emmajaestudio. com or @ emmajaestudio
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Procreate
- Digital Art
- Canva
- Design Concept
- Design Mockup
- Poster Design
- Sticker Design
- Menu Design
- Custom Graphics
- Brand Identity
Los Angeles, California
Graphic Designer, Creative Director, Musician and Illusionist from Los Angeles, California. It might seem peculiar that I get excited thinking about colors, typography, brands, music and magic but my passion for all aspects of graphic design and creativity have remained strong throughout my life and 15+ year career. My background includes corporate, agency and freelance graphic design experience, with a history of leading digital/print projects to acclaimed completion.
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Figma
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Brand Identity & Guidelines
- Sketch
- Logo Design
- Website Redesign
- Wix
- Cards & Flyers
- Brand Identity
Glendale, California
Hi! I’m a graphic designer helping businesses, authors, and creative brands bring their vision to life through thoughtful, clean, and professional design. I specialize in branding, editorial design, and print materials that look polished, modern, and strong. If you need help with: ▪ Logo design; ▪ Brand Identity; ▪ Book cover design (fiction, non-fiction, children’s books); ▪ Magazine layout & editorial design; ▪ Print-ready designs for brochures, certificates, flyers, packaging; ▪ Clean, modern layouts prepared with professional prepress standards. Industries I’ve worked with: ▪ Publishing & Author Services; ▪ Beauty & Wellness Brands; ▪ Small Businesses & Startups; ▪ Online Coaches & Course Creators; ▪ Lifestyle & Creative Brands; ▪ Print & Editorial Media. But I‘m open to another projects too =) My process: 1️⃣ Brief 2️⃣ Visual Direction / Moodboard 3️⃣ Concept Sketches or Initial Layouts 4️⃣ Design Development & Client Review 5️⃣ Refinement & Final Adjustments 6️⃣ Final Files & Handoff (print-ready + web-ready versions) If you’ve never worked with a designer before or don’t have experience planning branding or editorial projects, I’ll guide you through every step. I ask the right questions to clarify your goals, audience, and preferred aesthetic. I generally offer up to 3 rounds of revisions per stage, and I’m flexible if more is needed. As a full-time freelancer, I’m available throughout the day and respond quickly—usually within a few hours. Key skills: ▪ Logo Design & Visual Identity; ▪ Branding Guidelines; ▪ Editorial & Magazine Design; ▪ Book Cover Design; ▪ Print Design & Layout; ▪ Prepress & File Optimization; ▪ Typography & Composition. Let’s build a brand or publication that feels truly yours—clean, modern, meaningful, and professional. ✨ Thanks for your consideration, Iryna
- Adobe Illustrator
- Logo
- Branding
- Brand Identity Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Packaging Design
- Graphic Design
- Visual Identity
- Poster Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Figma
- Social Media Design
- Social Media Graphic
Marysville, California
I am a Virtual Assistant and Artist. My experience in virtual assisting includes, responding to emails, creating templates, creating and editing logos and photos, etc. As an artist I am self-taught, specializing in digital works, stained glass, acrylics on canvas, and watercolor on paper. I also do many types of arts & crafts, hand embroidery, handmade buttons, stickers, and party decor. I create templates for clients who do laser engraving. I have converted images and handwriting to files that are suitable for their laser engraving software
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Watercolor
- Hand-Drawn Style
- Procreate
- Sticker Design
- Digital Art
- Graphic Design
- Image Editing
- PNG
- Fine Art
- Sales
- Embroidery
- Painting
- Arts & Crafts
Los Angeles, California
I'm a freelance illustrator and motion designer currently based in Los Angeles, California. I graduated summa cum laude from Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in illustration and a focus in motion design. I use my talents in visual communication to help brands find their unique voice, and to create visuals that engage people on the pressing topics of our time! I work between hand illustration and vector graphics seamlessly, and I'm able to incorporate motion into any of my projects. My experience in graphic design is based in illustrative logos, package design as well as other branded materials. I also have worked on numerous infographic projects, creating clear and concise illustrations that allow for an engaging and easy-to-read flow of information. If you're interested in working together please feel free to reach out!
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Vector Graphic
- Adobe After Effects
- Timeline
- Infographic
- Motion Graphics
- Digital Illustration
- Adobe Creative Suite
- 2D Animation
- Music Video
Los Angeles, California
A brand is more than a logo it’s recognition, trust, and consistency working together. Through strategic logo creation and refined graphic design, backed by over a decade of experience in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, I develop scalable brand systems rooted in strong identity frameworks and clear guidelines. With 13+ years in logo design and 2000+ completed projects, along with 6000+ hours completed worldwide, I specialize in building complete brand identity design that go beyond visuals. My approach blends strategic thinking with precise execution across Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, ensuring every identity is both creative and functional. I focus on creating cohesive brand design where the logo becomes the core foundation of a unified identity. This consistency extends across print, web, and digital platforms, supported by thousands of hours of professional freelance experience and a proven track record of delivering high-value brand solutions. My expertise spans logo creation and full brand identity development, integrating illustration, packaging, label design, and business card design into a seamless visual language. With additional experience in Figma, Adobe InDesign, and UX/UI design, I build systems that align aesthetics with usability and user experience. Industries I’ve Worked With Tech • SaaS • Startups • FMCG • Food & Beverage • Beauty • Skincare • Wellness • Supplements • Healthcare • Finance • Fintech • E-commerce • DTC Brands • Retail • Real Estate • Architecture • Fashion • Luxury • Manufacturing • Education • Media • Hospitality • Travel • Nonprofits ### 🎯 Expertise & Approach Every project begins with research-driven branding, including positioning, audience insight, and market analysis. From there, concepts are developed and refined using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, ensuring clarity, originality, and scalability. I work across multiple visual styles including minimalist, modern, vintage, hand-drawn, and organic aesthetics. Depending on the brand, I create abstract marks, combination logos, wordmarks, symbols, emblems, monograms, and pictorial identities. ### 🧭 Brand Identity & Corporate Systems I develop complete identity design systems supported by structured guidelines and style frameworks. These systems ensure visual consistency across every touchpoint, from digital platforms to print materials. Deliverables include brand strategy foundations, visual identity systems, branding templates, and assets designed for long-term scalability and rebranding needs when required. ### 🧩 Logo Design Services * Scalable logo systems for digital and print use * Transparent, vector-based designs for flexibility * Logo animation and motion concepts using Adobe After Effects * 3D mockups for realistic presentation * Fully editable source files and production-ready assets Each logo is developed through sketching, vector refinement, and optimization for digital platforms, social media kits, and marketing applications. ### 🖥️ Digital & Web Design I support brands with web design, redesigns, landing pages, and development across platforms like WordPress and Webflow. My process includes wireframing, UX/UI prototyping, and structured layout design focused on usability and performance. Additional work includes social media creatives, presentations, posters, and advertising materials, all aligned with a consistent visual system. ### 📦 Packaging & E-commerce I design packaging, labels, and product presentation systems for platforms such as Amazon, Shopify, eBay, and more. My experience also extends into apparel and merchandise design, ensuring market-ready visual communication across industries. ### 🧠 Strategy & Marketing Integration My work combines brand consulting, naming, and identity development with SEO fundamentals, content structure, and copy direction. This ensures not only visual impact but also discoverability and market relevance. ### 🛠️ Tools & Skills Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects Figma, SketchUp, UX/UI systems Typography, iconography, vector tracing, and advanced photo editing Strong communication skills with global client experience across multiple markets ### 🚚 Additional Capabilities I also provide motion graphics, social media creative direction, and consistent visual storytelling across platforms. Experience spans diverse industries including construction, fashion, and lifestyle brands, delivering tailored identity systems for each. ### 🚀 Why Work With Me * 13+ years of experience in logo and brand identity design * 2000+ completed projects with a strong client satisfaction record * Top Rated status with consistent high-performance delivery * 6,800+ hours of professional freelance work completed worldwide * Proven expertise in building scalable, strategic brand identity systems
- Adobe Illustrator
- Logo Design
- Brand Identity
- Graphic Design
- Brand Identity Design
- Branding
- Brand Identity & Guidelines
- Corporate Brand Identity
- Logo
- Rebranding
- Visual Identity
- Brand Strategy
- Brand Book Design
- Brand Style Guide
- Versatile Logo Design
- Brand Positioning
- Adobe Photoshop
- Vector Graphic
- Brand Research
- Digital Marketing Materials
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