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  • $50 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (94 jobs)
    Graphic design services : logo designs, business cards, corporate identity, catalog design, book covers, tshirt designs, brochures, poster art, etc I am also open to original, one of a kind art projects like sketches, paintings and drawings, and other art related projects.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Oil Painting
    Children's Book Illustration
    Sketching
    Book Cover
    Drawing
    Graphic Design
    Poster Design
    T-Shirt Design
    Vector Art
    Logo Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
    Print Design
  • $55 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (42 jobs)
    I am a professional illustrator with the talent and skills to carry your concept to finished project with passion and dedication. My experience with various clients has made me a flexible artist open to outside- of the box and innovative ideas. I work mostly in traditional drawing and painting illustrations, however can do excellent digital work on Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. I have worked digitally, traditionally and in public art. One of my most exciting accomplishments was working on the first- ever fully painted, 80- minute feature film, called Loving Vincent, in Poland. I worked on the film with a team of international painter- animators to complete the last frames of the 64000+ frames of the film. It premiered in the United States in October 2017 and is now available on Netflix, and other platforms. I illustrate children's books of all kinds of styles in gouache, watercolor, pen and ink, pencil and mixed media. Some of the most recently published and award-winning books I have illustrated, are called "In the Nick of Time", "This is the Earth", "Like Rain Water" written by D. Cummings, "Little Tuckie", written by A. Tucker and "Dear Danger", a novel written by T. Lowe. Other titles I have illustrated are, "Rudolph the Longhaired Dachshund", "Mathimals", and various others. They are available in Print, on Makeawaymedia, Amazon, Barnes & Nobles and Google. In the public realm, I design and paint murals indoors as well as outdoors, stretching up to 24 feet long on buildings. These experiences make me an excellent team worker and independent artist to see projects through with hard work, reliability and innovation. Feel free to see more of my personal work here: charlenemosley.com and on Instagram: Instagram.com/cm__art
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Caricature
    German
    Sketching
    Oil Painting
    Painting
    Book Layout
    Fine Art
    Cartoon Art
    Graphic Design
    Drawing
    Book Cover
    Watercolor
    Character Design
    Book
    Storybook
  • $70 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (16 jobs)
    A proven bilingual leader who plays a crucial role in establishing a culture of exceptional service. A committed, skilled, energetic and visionary front-runner who embraces an environment marked by rapid change and increasing client needs. Provides management, leadership, and marketing to the operations of an organization. Implements plan to meet overall goals and financial objectives. Ensure compliance with all contract guidelines, state licensing standards, and federal regulations as well as an organizations mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures. Develops and manages staff and professional resources to provide programmatic services to clients. Speciality in Design, Tech Design, Sourcing, and Color
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Technical Design
    Database Management System
    Branding
    Database
    Technical Illustration
    Branding & Marketing
    Retail Merchandising
    Brand Consulting
    Adobe Illustrator
    Clothing
    Adobe Photoshop
    Logo Design
    Manufacturing & Construction
  • $55 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (6 jobs)
    As a designer specializing in visually captivating designs, I help brands elevate their identity across digital and print media. With proven expertise in brand design, packaging, social media, and email marketing. I can help you bring clean and elevated designs and strategic vision to every project. I excel at managing multiple projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, results-driven designs.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Packaging Design
    Typography
    Photo Editing
    Graphic Design
    Digital Design
    Creative Direction
  • $40 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    Accomplished Graphic Designer with over nine years of experience developing and improving design and marketing solutions. Demonstrated success leveraging industry best practices in brand management, marketing, project management, team leadership, and client relations.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Photo Editing
    Layout Design
    Digital Design
    Print Design
    Print Production
    Brand Guidelines
    Logo Design
    WordPress Website Design
    Marketing
    Infographic
    Automation
    Catalog Design
    Presentations
    Branding
  • $40 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    Sylvie Flamand is a self employed all-round illustrator, graphic and motion designer. Born in Belgium, and holding a bachelor's degree in fine arts, she has worked in/from different places in the world, before ending up in sunny San Diego. Her specialties (and favorite things to work on) are character art, game art, logo design, animated explainers, and animated shorts.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Line Drawing
    Book Cover
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Inc.
    Game Art
    2D Animation
    Graphic Design
    Animation
    Adobe After Effects
    Logo Design
    Motion Graphics
    Logo Animation
  • $55 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (26 jobs)
    houseofrosestudio.com **my job success score is not accurate. I am working with upwork to correct it. Every job I have had has been 100% completed. I am happy to provide references upon request. With over a decade of experience in the fashion industry, Danielle Malmgren is a seasoned designer and artist with a strong passion for details, color, and pattern. She has designed across a broad range of categories including, Ready to Wear, Intimates, Swim Wear and Sports Wear for the women, junior and tween markets. Her roots are based in sunny Los Angeles where she attended Otis College of Fine Art and Design. There she worked to make her love of fashion and prints encompass a grounded knowledge of fine art techniques. Today, Danielle has worked with a variety of companies such as Tory Burch, Nordstrom, Macys, Target and many more. Her strength is centered around creating eye catching detail oriented designs and prints that are not only unique, but maintain overall mass market appeal. Her work has been featured in the LA weekly and showcased in the Wilshire Blvd Saks 5th Avenue windows. She currently based in San Diego California For work inquires please email houseofrosestudio@gmail.com Keywords: fashion designer, apparel designer, home decor, Textile designer, textile design, print and pattern, seamless repeat, print design, surface designer, Photoshop, print illustrator, fashion print, fashion graphics, seamless print, print production, seamless repeat, Pantone, color matching, pantone TCX, color story, color concept, digital print, surface artwork.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Adobe Photoshop
    Textile Design
    Print Design
    Graphic Design
    Pattern Illustration
    Adobe Illustrator
    Tech Pack
    Fashion Design
    Sportswear
    Fashion Consultation
    Fashion Forecasting
    Athleisure Wear
  • $40 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Conceptual and artistic individual certified in brand and reputation management with 13+ years professional experience in leveraging strategic vision, business acumen, and artistic talent to deliver high-impact marketing and creative projects across multiple platforms. Experienced designer with a proven track record of successful collaborations with industry-leading organizations such as McGraw Hill, Johnson & Johnson, Axiom Healthcare, The Philadelphia 76ers, and additional reputable clients.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Layout Design
    Graphic Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe InDesign
    Logo Design
    Branding
    Adobe Photoshop
    Art Direction
    Advertising
  • $45 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (60 jobs)
    Working within the creative industry to elevate brands and individuals. Specializing in creative direction, graphic design, photography, videography, branding, and more. Instead of considering myself as a commodity in the market, I consider myself a partner in business. I am someone who is going to bring value and provide results. CLIENT REVIEWS: As I am aware that I need my client to be able to trust me as a freelancer, my reviews showcase the value that I have given past clients, and the work you can expect to receive: "Great experience working with Jacob! He was quick, responsive, flexible, and good with different communication channels, like messaging and teleconferencing. While we did not always agree, he consistently found ways to satisfy our requirements and honor his professional principles. He is both detail-oriented and sees the big picture. He easily understood the critical context of the project as a formative element to the success of future projects. His ability to problem solve and overcome impediments was clear by the speed he displayed when a pivot or change was required. Jacob welcomed feedback at every stage and seamlessly incorporated suggestions, making it a true collaborative effort. Jacob's outcomes exceeded his portfolio. He consumed a copious amount of historical information and produced a succinct and easily consumable output. It demonstrated his graphic and artistic talent and skill. He also listened and integrated the results to match our strategic objectives. When we faced tight deadlines, Jacob remained calm and worked efficiently to deliver ahead of schedule without compromising quality. Finally, Jacob was affordable, delivering real value to our bottom line. I highly recommend Jacob for anyone looking for a talented and reliable partner in creative, data-driven, intermediate-sized projects. We will be hiring Jacob again soon." "Jacob had really great timing and communication from the start to the end of the project. He gave an awesome final product. I gave Jacob a moodboard and he delivered everything to expectations. I Will likely use his services again." "Communicates very well, easy to work with! Completed my design efficiently and took all feedback into consideration. On time, enthusiastic, would definitely work with him again! Very positive experience- Thank you!!!!"
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Digital Media
    Visual Art
    Social Media Content Creation
    Photo Editing
    Brand Strategy
    Brand Marketing
    YouTube Development
    Fashion Design
    Video Editing
    Digital Art
    Graphic Design
    Clothing & Merchandise Design
    Logo Design
    Print Design
  • $15 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (6 jobs)
    Hi there! 👋 I'm a professional illustrator with a passion for creating unique and eye-catching visuals. I specialize in custom illustrations for businesses, apps, and personal projects, helping brands stand out with creative and high-quality artwork. With a strong eye for detail and a commitment to timely delivery, I ensure every project is tailored to your vision. I’m here to bring your ideas to life and make sure you’re 100% satisfied. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear about your project and help make it a success! 😊
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Creature Design
    Character Illustration
    Digital Painting
    2D Game Art
    Drawing
    Freehand Digital Illustration
    Character Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Digital Art
    Concept Artistry
    2D Art
  • $45 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Refinement forms the cornerstone of my approach, where I've honed my expertise in visual communication, UI/UX design, Animation and Branding over a prolific and varied career.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Writing
    Editorial Illustration
    3D Architectural Visualization
    Education Presentation
    Photoshoot
    Blender
    Adobe After Effects
    Presentation Design
    Business Presentation
    Informational Infographic
    Animation
  • $30 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I’m a garment maker, and designer in San Diego, CA. I have a sewing studio at home equipped with both domestic and industrial sewing machines (no cover stitch, though). I can help you with small-production projects and one-of-a-kind design consultations. Skills: shirtmaking, tailoring, alterations, hand-sewn details (hems, buttons, linings, etc.), dressmaking (specializing in delicate silks, lace, embellished surfaces, and other fine materials), textile/surface design, fashion illustration and technical sketching. I also offer live sketching illustration services for weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, etc. My pricing is a baseline hourly rate but it is negotiable depending on the assignment or product. Generally, I prefer to charge by the piece.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Patternmaking
    Technical Design
    Fashion Design
    Sewing
  • $35 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    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
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Biomedical Visualization
    Scientific Illustration
    Pixologic Zbrush
    Adobe Illustrator
    Graph & Table Creation
    Figurative Illustration
    Photo Editing
    3D Modeling
    3D Illustration
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $70 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Experienced Graphic Designer and Illustrator with a demonstrated history of working in the marketing industry as well as in packaging and brand design. Skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Customer Service, and Microsoft Programs. Strong arts and design professional with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) focused in Design and Visual Communications from Northern Arizona University.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Brand Management
    Branding
    Brand Development
    Logo Design
    Branding & Marketing
    Informational Infographic
    Visualization
    Packaging Design
    Data Visualization
    Digital Illustration
  • $35 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a freelance graphic artist and logo designer. I create logos for; startups, clothing companies, family-owned business, sports teams, restaurants, bands, personal services etc. i can make your logo in an hour and send you multiple versions to choose from. Feedback and suggestions are welcome. Looking forward to helping you grow your business.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Logo Design
  • $55 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    PROFILE I am a passionate graphic designer with 5 years of experience in illustration, pattern design, packaging, digital and branding. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative solutions. Looking to apply artistic expertise in a dynamic and creative setting.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Pattern Illustration
    Print Design
    Pattern Design
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Figma
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe After Effects
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
    Logo Design
    Branding
    Presentation Design
  • $106 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
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    Featured Skill Illustration
    Informational Infographic
    Presentations
    Presentation Design
    Brand Management
    Branding
    Brand Development
  • $70 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Experienced, business savvy Artist and Designer delivering one-of-a-kind, compelling imagery, logos, and branding packages. 100% custom font, “icons”, and color palette development to reinforce your brand identity. The design process cannot be recreated or imitated by Ai or pulled off the internet. Efficiency, communication, and collaboration are key components to my work style. Invest in custom logo and branding material to better represent you and your business. Design packages are backed by Satisfaction & ROI Guarantees. Fixed rates/budgets open to discussion.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Brand Development
    Painting
    Mural
    Branding & Marketing
    Logo Design
    Branding
  • $65 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a senior level graphic designer who's got eye for style! I specialize in the marketing arena- which includes building and maintaining brand identity, developing print/layout designs, and creating advertisements across various social media platforms. I am accustomed to working with an array of clientele in fields such as publishing, hospitality, hotels, entertainment, fashion, and non-profit. I'd love to help build and elevate your brand! How I can best serve you: - Brochure design - Logo design - Brand design + guidelines - Presentation design - Book/journal/print design - T-shirts and apparel - Social media design - Illustration
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Business Card Design
    Informational Infographic
    Presentations
    Brand Development
    Advertising Design
    Layout Design
    Image Editing
    Social Media Design
    Print Design
    Branding & Marketing
    Logo
    Presentation Design
    Graphic Design
    Branding
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I'm a graphic designer that has a passion for creating new ideas to help a company build it's brand. While my experience has mainly been on the job training, I'm always looking at ways to improve my skill and provide high quality design for my clients
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Email Campaign
    Logo Design
    Social Media Content
    Packaging Design
    Graphic Design
    Presentations
    Presentation Design
    Business Presentation
    Branding & Marketing
    Branding
    Brand Development
  • $35 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hi! We’re Sofía and Ignacio, a duo of architects and designers from Argentina, currently based in San Diego, California. Together, we bring over a decade of experience in interior design, residential, retail, and hospitality projects—working across Argentina, New York City, Florida, California and Mexico. We’re passionate about creating thoughtful, well-designed spaces—from cozy apartments to large-scale commercial interiors. Whether it’s concept development, interior design, 3D modeling, or final visual presentations, we love collaborating with clients to bring their ideas to life. Creative, proactive, and detail-oriented, we’re always excited to take on new projects. Let’s connect!
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Photoshop
    Brand Design
    Construction Document Preparation
    Rendering
    Interior Design
    Commercial Design
    Architecture
    Modeling
    Presentation Design
    CAD
  • $65 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    GRAPHIC DESIGNER Bilingual Graphic Designer with 28+ years experience working with print and on-air graphics for local television and freelance clients. Strengths include ability to meet deadlines, design quality, flexibility, dedication and working well with others. Responsibilities also included training and guiding co-workers on new software and equipment. Specific accomplishments include: * Produce nightly newscast graphics on deadline according to style guide. * Layout and design for 4 color glossy magazine. * Supervise graphic assembly of newscast directors and technical directors. * Work as part of fast paced, flexible production and design teams.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Branding
    Informational Infographic
    Presentation Design
  • $350 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (5 jobs)
    I am a Freelance Photographer, visual artist & graphic designer that loves to tell stories with every photo I capture and art piece I design. My mission/vision is to create in a way that spreads love & makes an impact. I want to capture images and create visuals that shares your story! With my work I hope to create memories that leaves imprints. <3 You can find more of my work at www . raizanoelia. com My Instagram Handle is @ raizanoelia ¡Salud!
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Photo Editing
    Graphic Design
    Project Management
    Photography
    Image Editing
    Adobe Flash
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
  • $25 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (8 jobs)
    While I do have a diverse knowledge of different job settings; I am flexible when faced with differing requirements in assignments, I also find that my personal interests in animation and anything creative will allow me to excel and differentiate myself from other applicants. This can be seen in my past work on my website where I still am an active participant in the world of art. I know that teamwork and flexibility is a key component for this position, and I know my previous experience makes me a prime candidate for this as well. For example, I worked as a participant of the Disney College Program & Internship. Along with taking on a role as a cast member at the park I was also part of various classes and seminars given with other participants that relied heavily on team related projects and presentations on businesses surrounding the company. Furthermore, my current position requires that I learn about large scale printing and installation of various graphics with other installers. This experience taught me to not be afraid of jumping into new experiences and to never be afraid to ask questions.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Caricature
    Storybook
    Comic Art
    Famous Cartoon
    Children's Book Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Digital Illustration
    2D Animation
  • $25 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a landscape design specialist with a passion for transforming outdoor spaces into visually compelling, functional environments. With a professional background in cartography and surveying, I bring a deep understanding of spatial planning, scale, and precision to every project. My design process is rooted in both technical expertise and artistic vision. As a digital artist, I create detailed 2D and 3D landscape plans, concept sketches, and atmospheric visualizations that communicate ideas clearly and beautifully. My services include: • Landscape design and site planning • 2D/3D visualizations and CAD drafting • Mood boards and concept development • Digital illustrations and graphic design for landscape projects Whether you’re a landscape architect, contractor, or homeowner, I’m here to help bring your outdoor vision to life—with creativity, accuracy, and joy.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Visualization
    Architecture & Interior Design
    Informational Infographic
    Sketching
    Cartography
    Digital Design
    Interior Design
    Map Illustration
    Landscape Illustration
    Digital Art
    Sketch
  • $30 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    skylarpitts.designs@gmail.com * skylar-pitts.myportfolio.com As a designer I focus on the client's needs, working cross-functionally with multiple departments to understand the company environment and targeted audience. My brand appropriate and beautiful designs have helped multiple companies reach their marketing goals, and spread my designs across the country.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    Branding
    Resume Design
    Business Card Design
    Postcard Design
    Presentation Design
    Social Media Advertising
    Marketing Analytics
    Marketing Advertising
    Sticker Design
    Clothing & Merchandise Design
    Packaging Design
    3D Architectural Visualization
    Brand Identity
    Logo Design
  • $27 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Skilled candidate with extensive background in creating costumes with high level of craftsmanship. Utilizes fine attention to detail for assembling garments that exceed expectations. Crafts unique pieces with variety of fabrics, threads and tools. Also an experienced dresser with exceptional quick change, repair, cleaning, pressing and pressing skills. Bring calmness to a busy back stage area. ACCOMPLISHMENTS Upon leaving the Cirque du Soleil costume shop, I designed and created a limited edition series of collectable dolls based on characters from the show. These were sold around the world at all of the static and touring productions. They were constructed from the scrap fabric of the costumes.
    Featured Skill Illustration
    3D Sculpting
    Polymer Clay Sculpting
    Embroidery
    Costume
    Clothing
    Costume Design
    Sewing
    Oil Painting
    Acrylic Painting
    Knitting
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