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Jennie S.

Photo Editor and Retoucher | Graphic Designer

San Diego, California

71 jobs

$200K+ total earnings

I'm a photo editor/retoucher and graphic designer who's highly detail-oriented—I believe every pixel counts! I work with businesses to create beautiful, effective, and brand-enhancing images and designs. I'm well-versed in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and my specialties include commercial photo editing/retouching (portraits and products) and brand identity design. I've been in the top 3% of Upwork freelancers (Top Rated Plus) with a 100% Job Success score since 2020.

Maxwell Hunter J.

Video Editor | YouTube*Social Media*Podcasts | Film & TV | Documentary

San Diego, California

354 jobs

$400K+ total earnings

Award-Winning Professional Video Editor / Emerson Grad / Adobe Premiere Pro * After Effects * Audition I’m a full-time freelancer editor based in San Diego. I work with a steady stream of clients creating educational, promotional and lifestyle videos as well as documentary shorts. I also have extensive experience working with YouTubers, editing social media video packages that are formatted to standards for rollout on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. Previously I spent time at WGBH in Boston editing a television series, at an independent post-production house that does web series and commercial work, working as a documentarian, editing broadcast news for TheCW, and cable news for OAN. I conduct most of my editing and color correction using Adobe Premiere Pro. I know my way around Photoshop and Illustrator. I can create animations for intros/outros, titles, lower thirds, etc. using Adobe After Effects. I'm also familiar with Adobe Audition for sound work. And, I’m Avid Certified. I’m extremely motivated and hard working as well as organized and detailed in my workflow process. I understand the need to hit deadlines, I’m comfortable working remotely, and look forward to collaborating with you on your next project. Using a blend of technical skill and creativity, my goal is to bring your vision to life.

Alexis Briana T.

Professional Illustrator & Graphic Artist looking to help

San Diego, California

30 jobs

$20K+ total earnings

Hello, Thank you for looking over my profile, as an experience illustrator with professional experience working for companies both on line and in-house, I have been able to develop a strong understanding of different graphic and design needs for a verity of my different clients. Being able to be a part of their work and help create their vision into tangible artwork has always been my goal! I am lucky enough to work with wonderful people and would love to help you with your next endeavors! Check out my portfolio in the links!

Nora H.

Scientific Illustrator

San Diego, California

3 jobs

$800+ total earnings

Scientific Illustrator working in 2D and 3D, passionate about Biology and excited to help people learn! I have experience working with both authors and researchers to create images for publication and education. Full portfolio available at: norahunter.carrd.co

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How do I hire a Illustrator near San Diego, CA on Upwork?

You can hire a Illustrator near San Diego, CA on Upwork in four simple steps:

Create a job post tailored to your Illustrator project scope. We’ll walk you through the process step by step.
Browse top Illustrator talent on Upwork and invite them to your project.
Once the proposals start flowing in, create a shortlist of top Illustrator profiles and interview.
Hire the right Illustrator for your project from Upwork, the world’s largest work marketplace.

At Upwork, we believe talent staffing should be easy.

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