Passionate illustrator specializing in watercolor art and digital art. Creative in composition, creating highly detailed art with vibrant colors. Experienced in illustration such as children's books and activity books. Adept at working independently and collaboratively on projects, and committed to achieving visual innovation and beauty. My passion is to use my art skills to visualize authors' words for projects in education and the spiritual field. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Malay.
Illustration
Drawing
Line Drawing
Watercolor
Black & White Style
Children's Book Illustration
Procreate
Freestyle Drawing
Pen & Ink
Arts
Book Cover
Traditional Illustration
Fine Art
Painting
Book Design
Atefeh S.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
$30/hr
5.0
11 jobs
Character Designer | 2D Game Artist | Comic Artist
⭐ Photoshop | Illustrator
I am a 2D Game Artist, Character Designer, Environment Designer, and Comic Artist with over 5 years of experience creating stylized artwork for games, animation, and interactive projects.
My main focus is designing memorable characters for 2D games — characters with strong silhouettes, clear personalities, expressive emotions, and designs that are both visually appealing and functional for gameplay.
Alongside character design, I also create environments and story-driven spaces that help build a cohesive, engaging, and believable game world.
I can also prepare characters for animation by creating turnarounds, multiple views, facial expressions, poses, and the visual details needed for a smooth animation process.
What I do:
✅ 2D game character design
✅ Stylized and expressive character development
✅ Character concept art and visual exploration
✅ Environment design and world-building
✅ Character poses, facial expressions, and turnarounds
✅ Character preparation for animation
✅ Game assets, props, and visual elements
✅ Comic art and sequential storytelling
✅ Narrative-driven visual development
✅ UI visual improvement for clarity and player experience
From the first sketch to the final polished asset, I focus on strong design choices, clean execution, and creating memorable characters and environments that feel unique, believable, and visually strong.
Let’s create characters and game worlds that players will connect with and remember.
Adobe Illustrator
Drawing
2D Illustration
Character Design
2D Game Art
Pixel Art
Adobe Photoshop
Game Art
Concept Artistry
Vector Graphic
2D Drawing
Cartoon Art
Chibi Style
Mohd. Kahirol Nizam B.
Banting, Malaysia
$18/hr
5.0
48 jobs
Hi, I’m KAHER.
Welcome to my profile. If you’re looking to transform your ideas into engaging cartoons and comics, you’ve come to the right place.
With over a decade of professional experience in mainstream media and global projects, I specialize in bringing your vision to life through creative storytelling and high-quality visuals.
Why work with me?
✅Proven Track Record: Experience working with major companies and clients worldwide since 2014.
✅Versatile Services: Expert in cartoon strips, character design, and digital illustrations.
✅Reliable & Professional: Punctuality, clear communication, and high-quality results are my standards.
✅Easy Collaboration: I prioritize your satisfaction and work closely with you to hit your project goals.
Ready to start your next project? Let’s create something great together. Reach out anytime!
Illustration
Adobe Illustrator
Drawing
Character Design
Adobe Photoshop
Caricature
Colorful Style
Cartoon Art
Digital Illustration
T-Shirt Design
Comic Art
Graphic Design
Book Cover
Vector Art
Doodle
Grace L.
Ipoh, Malaysia
$15/hr
5.0
88 jobs
Feel free to explore my portfolio ( gracelsw01.wixsite.com/website )
I have major skills in illustrations, motion graphics, animated GIF/SVG, coloring-pages, print design, photo editing, etc. I take pride in my work and the long-term relationships that I’ve built with my clients.
As a freelance designer, I can provide multiple designs and layouts:-
- vector art, line drawing, coloring page, illustrations
- logo/icon designs
- motion graphics, animated GIF/SVG
- book cover design
- printing design ( e.g customized T-shirts / bags)
- character designs / digital art
- posters / brochure/ invitations
Have a look at the work I’ve done in the past. If you have a project that I can help with, or wish to have a collaboration, feel free to get in touch. Cheers!
Illustration
Adobe Illustrator
Line Drawing
Vector Tracing
Adobe After Effects
Motion Graphics
Logo Design
Adobe Photoshop
Icon Design
Animated GIF
Photo Editing
Sticker Design
Children's Book Illustration
Digital Art
Vector Art
Fui Kee N.
Kampung Ayer Keroh, Malaysia
$7/hr
5.0
3 jobs
Hello! I’m a versatile Virtual Assistant, Content Creator, Social Media Manager, and Marketing Support Specialist with experience combining creativity, strategy, and project coordination to help businesses improve their online presence and marketing execution.
1) Content Creation & Graphic Design
* Creating visually appealing and effective marketing materials using Canva for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Xiaohongshu (RED).
* Designing social media graphics, carousel posts, promotional materials, brochures, presentation decks, and campaign creatives.
* Creating and editing short-form video content using CapCut for Reels and Shorts.
2) Marketing Strategy & Digital Marketing Support
* Developing marketing proposals and strategic recommendations for SMEs, including customer segmentation, campaign planning, CRM strategies, and digital marketing initiatives.
* Supporting AI marketing projects by exploring and implementing digital tools such as Mailchimp, HubSpot, Typeform, Writesonic, and Zoho to improve business workflows.
* Assisting in developing AI marketing training materials to help SMEs understand how technology can improve their marketing processes.
3) Social Media Management & Content Strategy
* Managing Xiaohongshu (RED) content, including content planning, trend research, keyword research, caption writing, visual design, scheduling, and optimization based on audience engagement.
* Providing content recommendations and growth strategies for SMEs based on audience insights and performance analysis.
* Supporting Meta advertising campaigns and using Google Analytics to evaluate campaign performance and identify improvement opportunities.
4) Project Management & Team Coordination
* Experience managing projects from my previous oil & gas engineering career, including coordinating project activities, preparing tender/bidding documentation, tracking timelines, and communicating with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
* Experience leading a team of three in marketing projects, coordinating between design, video production, proposal development, and social media teams.
* Skilled in managing project timelines, organizing workflows, tracking deliverables, maintaining documentation, and ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
* Experienced in creating structured processes and SOPs to improve team efficiency.
* Familiar with project collaboration tools such as Lark, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office…
Skills: Canva, CapCut, AI Tools, Basic Knowledge of SEO
Adobe Illustrator
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Content
Graphic Design
Canva
Content Creation
Social Media Management
CapCut
Project Management
Teoh S.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
$30/hr
5.0
1,422 jobs
With over two decades of experience as a senior art director, I bring a wealth of creative skills that can elevate any project. Rooted in a solid foundation of graphic design, typography, and art direction, my expertise ensures the delivery of visually compelling solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of my clients.
Beyond static visuals, I excel in motion graphics, enabling me to craft dynamic and captivating content that resonates with audiences. From animated explainer videos to impactful social media ads, my motion graphics skills add an exciting dimension to brand representation.
What sets me apart is my holistic approach, combining creative flair with a deep understanding of marketing and branding. This means I design with clear business objectives in mind, ensuring that every visual element contributes to the strategic goals of the project. Whether it's developing a comprehensive brand strategy, designing a cutting-edge website, or orchestrating a compelling social media campaign, I offer a versatile skill set and a wealth of experience to drive project success.
As a seasoned leader, I thrive in managing creative teams, ensuring timely project delivery without compromising quality. I am a skilled communicator, dedicated to comprehending my clients' needs to surpass their expectations with the final product.
If you're seeking a senior art director with a comprehensive skill set, including a mastery of motion graphics, who can provide innovative solutions to your design challenges, I invite you to reach out. I am eager to collaborate and bring your unique vision to life.
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe After Effects
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
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