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  • $30 hourly
    Hi, I am an experienced Full Stack Developer working for the past 10+ years and I have worked with clients across various industries including Real Estate, Finance, Beauty, IT, Healthcare, SAAS, Education, Retail, Travel, etc. I have prior experience in building Websites, Web-Application, and Mobile Applications (Andriod/Hybrid). Below is a full list of my professional services: - WordPress - Shopify - Webflow - Wix - Squarespace - eCommerce (Shopify Custom Development / WooCommerce) - Custom Websites (PSD to HTML/WordPress/Shopify/Shopify PLUS) - Custom Design in Figma, Adobe XD & Photoshop - Conversion Optimization - Landing Pages - HTML / CSS / jQuery / JavaScript / PHP / Liquid / Bootstrap / Ajax - WordPress Design & Development (Custom Themes, Premium Themes, ACF’s, etc.) - Converting design files into functional websites from Adobe XD / Invision / Sketch / Figma / Illustrator / Photoshop Here are additional complimentary features I offer: * Responsive Web Design * Page Speed Optimization * SEO friendly websites * MailChimp / Klaviyo Integration * Website maintenance My Top Specialties in Graphic Designing: Logo Designing Brochure Designing Presentation Designing Product Labels & Packaging Sales Collateral and other Print-related Designs I am always up to date with the latest technologies and I enjoy experimenting with new tools and methodologies to find the best solution for any project. Whether you are trying to win work, list services or even create an online store – I can help! I believe in clear and open communication and I work closely with clients to ensure their requirements are met. I am confident that my skills and experience make me an excellent candidate for any full-stack development project. I am excited to bring my expertise to your team and help build innovative and impactful solutions. Let's Talk Thank you, Khawaja Mahmood
    Featured Skill Illustration
    SaaS Development
    Web Design
    Wix
    Ecommerce
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Wireframing
    Animation
    Squarespace
    Webflow
    Shopify
    Full-Stack Development
    Web Development
    Website Redesign
    WordPress
  • $20 hourly
    Armed with a penchant for yellow, crooked glasses, and heaps of optimism, I strive to share stories that take place in vivid worlds and embrace emotional messages. Often found sketching in a frenzy, pumping out idea after idea, I feel most at peace creating fantastical worlds and characters, putting an emphasis on making my artwork lively and colorful. Furthermore, helping others bring their whimiscal passions to life creates a great spark for me, so that is what I seek to do here on Upwork. Freelancing independently for years, I have completed multiple character design projects and illustrations, as well as successfully worked with another client for their own self-published children’s book currently in finalization. I used my prior experience to guide this book from conceptualization to creating a tangible world full of characters that can support a compelling narrative for children. Outside of Upwork, I have cultivated illustrative commissions with others on my own accord, knowing the ropes of the communication and cooperation that needs to take place to ensure you receive the best experience I can provide to you beyond skill itself. In the past, I have been published as a guest illustrator in graphic novels and am knowledgeable in book layouts and formatting, both digital and physical. I am a dreamer that finds the eccentricity in everyday occurrences, finding wonders in the mundane and holding on to that eclectic mindset, I desire to discover that line between the whimsical and the relatable in my characters and work.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Drawing
    Book Cover
    Character Animation
    Concept Design
    Digital Art
    2D Illustration
    Adobe Photoshop
    Procreate
    Storyboarding
    Character Design
  • $35 hourly
    I am a digital illustrator/ traditional artist based in Columbus Ohio. To me illustration is my passion. I have been a full time Freelance Illustrator for 10+ years now. I put in 100% to make sure I deliver Creative, Prompt, Quality illustrations suiting your specifications. My background is in Interior Design and I have a bachelors in Zoology - but my passion is illustration and being creative, so I took to freelance illustrations part time 10 years back and am now a full time illustrator. I only take on 2 medium sized projects, or 1 large one at a time. This is the only way I can deliver the best quality work my client deserves. I have been an artist since the day I could hold a pencil in my hand. My tools of trade have undergone upgrading as years went by. My tools of trade include – Traditional mediums of Pencil colors, Pen and ink, Colors (oil, acrylic and water), and Digital Mediums of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. My strengths – 1. Proficient use of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign; as well as traditional illustration skills. 2. I Work really fast. 3. Follow instructions well and do ask questions whenever in doubt. 4. Detail Oriented and Dependable. 5. I admit when I have bitten more than I can chew i.e. Honest as to what I can and can't do. 6. I take pride in my work and my MAIN goal is to make sure I deliver the best possible illustration to suit your requirements and utilize my skills to the best of my ability. 7. I can do plans, elevations, 3 d renderings etc too in Adobe Illustrator - my background in Interior and landscape design has helped me in that aspect. 8. While on a job I am always available from 8.30AM to 7.30PM by email / Skype M-F EST, over weekends I work dependent on the work at hand and my availability which I always update ahead of time. I do keep my skills regularly updated. Additional Skills • Traditional Painting and Drawing – I do Children’s Books, portraits, animal portraits and landscapes. • Photography and Image editing • Logo Design • Graphic Design • Business cards and Stationery • Portraits - people and pets • Landscapes • Pottery – hand building Over the last decade I have worked on everything from Furniture, landscape, maps and technical drawings to children’s books, personal portraits, logos etc … Do take a look at my Portfolio to see what I am capable of - Thank you for taking time to look at my profile and feedbacks. Kindly do take a look at my portfolio too; with me WYSIWYG holds 100% true. I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working with you. If you have any questions do contact me and I would be delighted to talk with you. Best Regards! *** PLEASE NOTE - The 10 ongoing projects you see on my profile are my existing clients who are happy with my work not ending contracts they signed me up for and continuing to hire me whenever they need me for a job***
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Vector Tracing
    Drawing
    Graphic Design
    Photo Editing
    Calligraphy
    Photo Manipulation
    Technical Illustration
    2D Illustration
    Vector Graphic
    Procreate
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
  • $50 hourly
    "Laura combines technical skill and know-how with a keen sense of storytelling, why we chose her to begin with, and now, quite thankful we did!" We all have stories to tell. Maybe one story has germinated in your mind for weeks, months, or even years. It makes you feel thrilled and passionate. You jot down ideas when they strike, you work out how a character would act in a certain situation, you absorb all the world-building advice you can, and your browser boasts a suspiciously sordid search history (you swear it's all just research). Now you've written that script, you've polished that final draft of your book, and/or you've consistently updated that web comic for months. Great job! But after jumping the hurdles of creation (and admittedly stumbling over some of them), you want more eyes on your work. Wouldn't it be awesome to get potential customers as hyped about your story as you are? Here's where hand-drawn animation comes in. Everyone's seen one of those corporate explainer videos with floaty, sterile-looking motion graphics. They're fine for getting facts and simple concepts across, but they rarely- if ever- evoke a visceral reaction in anyone watching them. There's no "wow" factor. On the flip side, more hands-on 2D animation methods require characters to be authentic with their emotions, allowing viewers to feel a strong connection with them. Traditional animation has a soulful, hand-crafted look that can be tailored to fit your story and your audience. No generic assets here! Finally, a fluid, clean, emotional animation drawn frame by frame will show fans you care about craftsmanship. Just as the greatest animators have elevated the medium to the level of fine art, you've elevated your ideas to their own place of honor. Your audience will be excited to see their favorite characters jump to life on screen, even more vividly than you brought them to life in their heads. Then there will be newcomers intrigued by the action taking place. Old friends and fresh faces alike will all want to see more. If this seems like fantasy to you, hit the green button or the white button, and I'll meet you in the professor's old wardrobe.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Animation
    Music Video
    Creative Writing
    Character Animation
    Cartoon Art
    Writing
    Drawing
    Storyboarding
    Adobe Photoshop
    2D Animation
    Traditional Animation
    Toon Boom Harmony
    Character Design
  • $75 hourly
    I am a versatile and passionate designer and illustrator with extensive experience in designing for a wide variety of applications, including packaging, print collateral, fabric/textiles, and web. My love of design began with the over-the-top, unquestionably 1980’s rainbow wallpaper in my childhood bedroom. It inspired in me a love of color, pattern, and shape that’s only grown over the years and has driven me to create engaging and inspiring designs of my own. I passionately believe in the power of illustration and design to transform spaces, simplify communications, and build relationships. For more than 10 years I worked in the printed graphics industry, running a print shop that produced marketing and event collateral, large-scale signage, environmental graphics, and more. As a result I thrive working within tight deadlines, and I bring my technical knowledge of finished products to bear in my design work, ensuring that my designs are print-friendly. When I’m not in the studio, I’m probably outdoors. My family and I have camped our way across the 48 contiguous states and climbed mountains, hiked canyons, rafted rivers, visited presidential wax museums, and snuck into two ivy league colleges...so far.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Packaging Design
    Branding
    Layout Design
    Graphic Design
    Print Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Modern Style
    Adobe Photoshop
    Lettering
  • $30 hourly
    Welcome to my profile! My background includes corporate, agency, and freelance graphic design experience with experience working on multiple startups. I have a degree in graphic design from Ohio State University. Adobe Suite with proficiency in. Photoshop | Illustrator | In Design | After Effects | Premiere I have over six year of experience as a graphic designers. Working for high profile client such as Nestle, and Ohio State Athletics Design Specialization In Brand Identity | Packaging Design | Presentation Design | NFT Design | Motion Design Please take a look at my portfolio below to see my past work.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Motion Design
    Presentation Design
    Logo Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe After Effects
    Adobe InDesign
    Packaging Design
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $35 hourly
    I'm a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with a passion for turning complex ideas into compelling visuals. From editorial illustrations and posters to websites and games, I create work that blends clarity, emotion, and purpose—no matter the medium. Tools of the Trade 🧰 Figma, Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, Clip Studio Paint 🧰 HTML, CSS, React.js, Next.js, Typescript, Framer Motion, Node.js, PHP 🧰 Traditional & Digital Techniques Why Work With Me? 💡 Fast, clear communication—no waiting, no ghosting. 💡 You work directly with me. No agencies. No middlemen. 💡 A strong eye for storytelling, narrative design, and visual impact. 💡 Real-world experience across print, web, and interactive media. A Bit About Me 🍀 By day, I’m a PhD candidate in Art History. By night (and in between), I freelance as an artist and illustrator. 🍀 I hold a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and an MA from the University of Chicago. 🍀 My background in both studio art and academic research helps me bring a unique depth to each project. Let’s work together! I’m available around the clock and ready to dive into your project—just send a message!
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Game Development
    Game Design
    Front-End Development
    Web Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
    Logo Design
    2D Design
    Iconography
    Icon Design
    2D Illustration
    Canva
    Figma
  • $20 hourly
    With skills ranging from physical pencil to digital video, I've been an artist my whole life. I have been influenced by cartoons, animals, fantasy, and science fiction, to name a few things. I started self-trained, but eventually bolstered my abilities through degrees in broadcasting and art. Professionally, my time in retail has given me the chance to show myself as an honest, devoted worker. I am eager to supply my skills to others' ideas, and I look forward to whatever jobs are out there!
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Book Cover
    Freestyle Drawing
    Comics
    Cartoon Art
    Playful Tone
    Character Design
    Adobe Photoshop
    Black & White Style
    Adobe Illustrator
    Anime
    2D Illustration
    Animation
    Children's Book Illustration
  • $50 hourly
    Experienced in Fine Arts (pen & ink, pencil, charcoal, acrylic paint, water color, color pencil, mixed media, oil paint) Digital Illustration (Clip Studio) Photo Editing (Adobe Photoshop) Comfortable working on large scale pieces, mixing mediums, mixing project needs (illustration/photo editing, etc) I gravitate towards: • Graphic Designs/Logos • Digital & Fine Art Illustrations • Pet/People portraits • Commission based requests (open) • Photoshop • Restoration • Basic Touch ups • Editing out/in objects, people, and backgrounds
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Clip Studio Paint
    Photo Editing
    Hand-Drawn Style
    Pet Portrait
    Portrait Art
    Sketch
    Pencil
    Pen
    Painting
    Drawing
    Arts
    Fine Art
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $35 hourly
    I'm a Graphic Designer and Artist who recently graduated from CalArts and UC Berkeley. I enjoy creating creative, human-centric digital experiences, as well as illustrations, print media, social media posts, and other branding merchandise. I also have a background in writing and journalism. I know the full Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, CSS, Wordpress, Figma, and Autodesk Maya.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    CSS
    HTML
    Brand Identity
    Prototype Design
    Wireframing
    Usability Testing
    WordPress
    Figma
    Adobe Illustrator
    Autodesk Maya
    Adobe After Effects
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $35 hourly
    PROFILE SUMMARY Creative and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in social media management, content creation, and assisting in video production. Skilled in developing and executing social media strategies, creating engaging visual content, and optimizing campaigns for maximum impact.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Business Card Design
    Logo Design
    Business Presentation
    Email & Newsletter
    Canva
    Digital Art
    Content Calendar
    Social Media Content
    Informational Infographic
    Presentation Design
    Graphic Design
    Content Creation
  • $70 hourly
    I am a brand designer specializing in visual storytelling and creative content across web, print, and digital media. Collaborative, people-first creative, passionate about building strong, cohesive brands that connect audiences to mission and culture.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    AI Content Creation
    Adobe Creative Cloud
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
    Brand Development
    Brand Management
    Branding & Marketing
    Informational Infographic
    Branding
  • $25 hourly
    Hello! My name is Courtney Fleming. I have a BFA in Biomedical Art, that I obtained in 2018 at the Cleveland Institute of Art. I am currently employed at the Ohio State University as a medical illustrator. I am interested in creating medical illustrations, graphic design projects (pamphlets, logos, flyers, etc.) and am also available in the Columbus/ Cleveland area for photography. I look forward to working with you for your creative needs! Please visit courtneyflemingart.com for my portfolio.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Digital Illustration
    Photography
    Graphic Design
    Art & Design
    Biological Illustration
    Logo Design
  • $20 hourly
    I primarily write Dramatic Comedy and Fantasy/Sci-Fi, well-accredited within the industry for specializing in crisp and natural dialogue, and powerfully dynamic characters. I have pursued screenwriting since I was a kid, and now into my 4th year as a Film Studies/Screenwriting major at OSU, I am excited to finally share my voice and experience. My ongoing series project “VESTIGES”, a bombastic and heartfelt animated space fantasy, reached the final stages of its pilot script late 2022 and has received resounding support from award-winning professional writers and producers. Additionally, I have worked on countless short films, animations, commercials, and other forms of written or digital media.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Television
    Film
    Writing
    Film & Video Dialogue
    Story Editing
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Character Design
    Film Editing
    Creative Writing
    Character
    English
    Screenwriting
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    Video Production
  • $20 hourly
    I’m a character, creature and environment illustrator with experience creating custom work for clients to meet their specific needs. Weather it’s for a t-shirt design, DnD campaign, character turnarounds for animation or a comic book cover, I can help bring your creative vision to life! - Experienced using adobe photoshop, illustrator and afterEffects. Experience using blender, procreate and clip studio paint - will be present to help with entire project, from start to finish - always willing to communicate and make revisions to work!
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Adobe After Effects
    Blender
    React
    CSS
    HTML
    JavaScript
    Python
    Cartoon Character
    Character Illustration
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $30 hourly
    Howdy! I'm Micah, a 20-year-old freelance artist and animator who specializes in all things anthro! I can make short, well-animated GIFs, storyboard animations, create animatics for music videos, and offer physical products! We can also make badges, bodypillows, keychains, stickers, etc. Anything you can think of we can probably make it. And we're quick about it! ;)
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Digital Art
    Color Theory
    Design Concept
    Character Animation
    Art & Design
    Animation Design
    Animation
  • $23 hourly
    I’m a concept artist from Ohio who specializes in character illustrations and fantasy concepts- whether it be prop design or environmental design. I want to reach an audience who enjoys fantasy and nature as well as people who just want a little more magic in their lives. * Knows Adobe Photoshop as well as the rest of the Suite * Great collaboration skills * Regular communication is important to me, so let’s keep in touch.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Concept Design
    Concept Artistry
    Visual Art
    Adobe Photoshop
    Game Design
    Game Art
  • $22 hourly
    I'm a part-time freelance artist, customer service pro, and warehouse manager. I've worn a lot of hats, and I figure things out fast — whether it's a new tool, a new system, or a whole new workflow. I’ve worked with developers to shape custom software, improved day-to-day operations, and helped teams hit their goals without needing much direction. On the creative side, I specialize in visual development and character design for tabletop and video games. I love drawing fantasy and sci-fi characters, especially bringing people’s TTRPG characters to life. I work in both traditional and digital media using Photoshop, Illustrator, Krita, Blender, and Procreate. On the generalist side, I’ve managed inventory systems, built my own processes, and improved accuracy in warehouse environments by creating better workflows. I'm fluent in Windows environments, beginner-to-intermediate data work in Google Sheets, and adapting to new platforms and tools with very little ramp-up. I am a clear communicator, a quick learner, a hard worker, and a confident leader if called. I can adapt without having my hand held, and I can work with others concisely and considerately. I’m currently open to both short- and long-term freelance opportunities — whether you're looking for an illustrator, a quick-learning assistant, or someone to bring structure to system chaos, I’d love to connect.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Animation
    Music Production
  • $40 hourly
    Versatile artist with 5 years of professional experience in traditional and digital media. Skilled increating dynamic visual content across multiple platforms, with expertise in vector-based artwork and motion illustration. Known for blending precision and creativity to produce captivating, professional-quality visuals. Highly adaptable to various artistic styles, delivering tailored solutions that meet diverse client needs.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Digital Art
    Painting
    Logo Design
  • $85 hourly
    My name is Kennedy Smith. I love to draw paint to all sorts of artistic things. I like to listen myself in all sorts of ways. My favorite thing in the whole entire world is drawing personally, but I’m not that good lol I love two projects and pretty much do that stuff. I need some experience stuff with writing a little bit, but I love to write.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Presentations
    Art & Design
  • $20 hourly
    Professional Summary Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with experience in direct patient care, medication administration, and behavioral health support. Skilled in crisis intervention and caregiving, with a strong passion for patient advocacy and public service. CPR certified and multilingual, with a commitment to providing high-quality care in fast-paced healthcare environments. Skills * Home health * Medication Administration (4 years) * Crisis Intervention (4 years) * Vital Signs (3 years) * Medical Records (4 years) * Autism Experience (3 years) * Patient Care (4 years) * Developmental Disabilities Experience (4 years)
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Informational Infographic
    Branding
    Data Entry
  • $9 hourly
    I an artist who paints with : -adobe photoshop -Corel Painter -oil paint -acrylics I can create beautiful landscape pieces I can create a customized artwork that you envisioned
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Digital Painting
  • $25 hourly
    Kayden Gill is an occupational therapy student in The Ohio State University's Occupational Therapy Program. He also has a master's in rehabilitation technology from the University of Pittsburgh, and did his undergrad in health sciences and assistive and rehabilitative technology at OSU. As a Disabled, Queer, Trans person he is passionate about advocacy and activism work involving the Disability and LBGTQIA+ community. He has spoken on his experiences and provided educational presentations on Transgender and Disability culture, community, etiquette, patient care and treatment, and views intersectionality as a critical lens to understanding Disability from an identity-based and cultural perspective.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Assistive Technology
    Health Science
    Occupational Therapy
    Accessibility Testing
    Americans with Disabilities Act
    3D Printing
    3D Modeling
    CAD
    3D Design
    Presentation Design
    Product Design
    Presentations
    Informational Infographic
  • $40 hourly
    I'm a freelance experienced graphic designer who specializes in logo design, Illustrations, website development and more. Whether you're trying to get started or wanting to create a new set up for your business, I can help. Familiar with Canva, Adobe photoshop, Gimp, Microsoft Office, Various creative apps Regular schedule and communication is important so lets keep in touch! I look forward to working together
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Brand Management
    Brand Development
    Branding & Marketing
    Presentations
    Presentation Design
  • $30 hourly
    I help brands, creators, and entrepreneurs stand out through scroll-stopping photography and bold, strategic design. From building cohesive brand identities to crafting visuals that convert, I bring storytelling, style, and substance to every frame and layout. Whether you need a campaign that pops or a visual identity that looks expensive and feels unforgettable — I’m here to make it happen. Let’s make your vision impossible to ignore.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Photography
  • $25 hourly
    Sakapfèt! I'm a computer freak that does graphic design. I love creating logos and sales flyers. I use CorelDraw (oh yes, I do!), Photoshop, Illustrator, and Adobe XD. Wix, Squarespace, Elementor, etc. I can build you a website on any of these platforms. With close communication and dedication, we can build precisely what you want.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Spreadsheet Software
    Drawing
    Brand Consulting
    Ebook Design
    Jig & Fixture Design
    2D Design
    Graphic Design
    Business Card
    Logo Design
  • $21 hourly
    SUMMARY Resourceful young professional with natural talent and a knack for creative problem-solving both in and out of the workplace. Excellent at building interpersonal relationships and collaborating with other team members. Adept at generating original ideas and concepts. Excellent creative idea generator with an ongoing commitment to customer and team satisfaction.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Modeling
    Costume Design
    Voice Acting
    Technical Support
    Sketching
    Painting
    Digital Art
    Fashion Design
    Phone Communication
    Art & Design
    Customer Service
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