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  3. Illustrators
  4. United States
  5. (Current) San Jose, CA, CA
  • $100 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (19 jobs)
    More than 15 years experience designing products and brands across a spectrum of industries, including healthcare, technology, finance, fashion and consumer products. Branding, 2D and 3D design, UX design, illustration, iconography. Work includes: Google, Meta, Paypal, Verily, Staples, Harvard University, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Mathworks, and a host of small businesses.
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    User Experience Design
    Branding
    Visual Communication
    Concept Development
    Digital Illustration
    Visual Art
    Logo Design
    Packaging Design
    Print Design
  • $100 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Top 10 reasons why I’m the guy to help you. ✅1) Creativity - This is the most important skill as it involves coming up with new and original ideas for designs. ✅2) Communication - I am able to effectively communicate my ideas and process on how I do things to clients and team members. ✅3) Typography - Knowing how to choose the right typeface and manipulate typography to create a specific look and feel is essential. ✅4) Color theory - Understanding how colors work together and their psychological impact is important in creating effective designs. ✅5) Software proficiency - Very proficient in industry-standard software like Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, Photoshop, and InDesign. ✅6) Layout design - Able to create a visually appealing and balanced layout that effectively communicates the message. ✅7) Attention to detail - A small mistake can ruin a design, having a keen eye for detail is a must for me ✅8) Time management - Able handle tight deadlines, ability to manage time effectively. ✅9) Adaptability - Quick to adapt to new trends and technologies to stay relevant in the industry. ✅10) Collaborations - I have worked with other designers, developers, and clients. My services - Fashion design/Graphic design/retouching with photoshop, illustrator and procreate. Digitizing for embroidery. Manufacturing in textiles cut and sew, tshirts, sweaters, jackets shirts, pants, hats, bags, belts, suits, dresses, legging bras etc. embroidery, screen printing, laser engraving, sublimation printing, chenille embroidery, pvc patches woven labels, belt buckles and more
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    Bag & Tote
    T-Shirt
    Fashion & Apparel
    Manufacturing
    Dye-Sublimation Printer
    Screen Printing
    Embroidery Digitization
    Fashion Design
    Sewing
    Clothing
    Embroidery
    Fabric Printing
    Graphic Design
    Clothing & Merchandise Design
  • $45 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Results-driven creative leader with a proven track record of driving brand growth and engagement for luxury brands across various industries. Skilled in developing and executing innovative creative strategies, leading high-performing teams, cultivating influential partnerships and aligning social media strategies with overall marketing goals. Adept at translating complex ideas into compelling designs that captivate audiences.
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    Presentation Design
    Social Media Content Creation
    Social Media Content
    Graphic Design
    Branding & Marketing
    Branding
  • $55 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    🌟 A DESIGNER FOR DREAMERS & DO-ERS 🌟 Hi! I’m Olivia! 💜 I am a strategy-led brand and website designer based in the Bay Area, California with 4 years of experience. I'm passionate about helping brands with missions that matter get themselves in front of people that matter more through out-of-the-box designs and strategy that breaks the status quo. My specialties include building custom Webflow websites so good you run the risk of breaking the internet and crafting delightfully unconventional brands that stand out in a trend-saturated world. I have worked on some pretty amazing design projects over the last couple years. My clients include: FOOD & BEVERAGE 💜 Nespresso 💜 Bei Express (beiexpress.com) 💜 Junn Sushi (junnsushi.com) 💜 Zu Izakaya 💜 New Culinary Concepts TECHNOLOGY 💜 CODA Design Automation 💜 Presend (presend.io) 💜 Spatial SERVICE PROVIDERS 💜 Joyce Li Photo 💜 Killuh Nails (oliviasu.co/killuh-nails) EDUCATION 💜 Azusa Pacific University (oliviasu.co/zu-magazine) ENTERTAINMENT 💜 JailBird My Process: 🌟 1. Exploration - Every high-performance brand is backed by market research, strategy, and target audience analysis. I kickstart every project with a deep-dive into your brand positioning in order to provide you with the most adept and attractive design solutions. 🌟 2. Experimentation - A solid, strategic foundation gives me space to play, try, and discover completely unique visuals for your brand. A personal favorite, the experimentation phase allows me the room to flex my chops and present you with the best direction for your business. 🌟 3. Iteration - I make changes, revisions, and additions based on the initial concept presented. 🌟 4. Perfection - Okay fine, there’s no such thing. But I won’t let you end our time together without everything being as close to perfect as humanly possible. Highlighted Skills: - Adobe Illustrator - Adobe Photoshop - Adobe InDesign - Adobe XD - Figma - Procreate - Branding - Brand Strategy - Web Design - Web Development - Webflow Design - SEO - UI/UX - Landing Pages - Prototype - Social Media Design
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    Adobe Lightroom
    CSS
    Webflow
    Social Media Website
    Branding
    HTML
    Squarespace
    Photography
    Graphic Design
    Web Design
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe XD
  • $30 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (21 jobs)
    Ciao! I am an Italian passionate about storytelling, design, and historical fashion. I create expressive art and stories that impact people in a meaningful way, while working and learning alongside creative people. I have a BFA in Animation/Illustration from San Jose State and have worked on creating illustrations and designs that highlight appealing characters and immersive worlds that visually captivate the imagination. My experience includes: - Pixar Outreach Program (Fall 2019) - Mentorship from Warner Bros. Animation (from 2015 to 2020) - Illustrating and creating a 70 page pitch bible of characters, props, and story - Interning at FireGraphics LLC, providing visual forensic evidence to legal cases Growing up in Italy led me to develop my abilities to widely grasp different languages and understand people’s experiences to hone my personal outlook towards a global context. My knowledge of illustration and animation mediums enhance my creative skillsets through thinking outside the box and my deep passion for art.
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    Costume Design
    2D Design & Drawings
    Art & Design
    Book Cover
    Children's Book Illustration
    Character Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $30 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    Detail-oriented and curiosity-driven graduate from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Growing up in the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong, Agnes has always been a keen observer of the community which blooms with culture and diversity. She thrives on all kinds of design challenges and problem-solving to find a creative solution, seeking opportunities in design and digital media productions. PORTFOLIO: bingbingaf.wixsite.com/my-site
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    Photo Editing
    Graphic Design
    Video Editing
    Adobe InDesign
  • $20 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (13 jobs)
    Need a captivating visual story or an immersive website? I'm your go-to illustrator, UI/UX designer, and developer. Here to transform your ideas into stunning illustrations, intuitive interfaces, and functional websites. I'm a complete package of: 💫Illustrative storytelling 💫UI/UX design 💫Web development 💫Character design 💫Environmental art 💫Concept art 💫Book illustration 💫Custom artwork Why me? 😉 I help clients bring their visions to life and every project receives my full dedication. (Also, I'll never leave you unhappy with my work! Your happiness is my top priority.) Click the hire button, or message me to chat about your goals and create something extraordinary together.
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    Business Illustration
    Biological Illustration
    Acrylics Illustration
    Pen & Ink Illustration
    Advertising Illustration
    Digital Illustration
    Nature Illustration
    Urban Illustration
    Freehand Digital Illustration
    Children's Book Illustration
    Character Illustration
    Book Illustration
    3D Illustration
    2D Illustration
  • $38 hourly

    • 4.5/5
    • (35 jobs)
    Hello, My name is Alice Brown . I have 14 years experience in graphic design, digital painting, Printing, Web, 2D, 3D and traditional drawing, I maintain a healthy balance between functionality and visual impact that every graphic product needs. I'm an artist and illustrator graphic designer. I have expertise in Logo Design, Corporate Brand Identity, Business Cards, Mockups, Concept Developing and Illustration.I create colorful and detailed artworks and illustrations for games, comics, ads and books, packaging, Magazines, Handbook, 3D Design etc.. I work in different styles ranging from cartoon to realistic, sketch and draw freely by hand and with a graphic tablet. I guarantee quickness and quality to my clients, and none of them were unsatisfied with my services, ever. I will provide Original, Copy right free work with Rapid Delivery. My strong points are definitely a good Communication, Meeting deadline, Professionalism, being open to revisions and help even after the job is completed. Feel free to have a look at my profile and don't hesitate to contact me.
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    Cartoon Art
    Product Design
    Ebook Design
    Corporate Branding
    Graphic Design
    Digital Art
    Vector Art
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Illustrator
    Web Design
    Adobe Photoshop
    Canva
    Print Design
  • $24 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (10 jobs)
    I am a freelance artist that focuses on character concept and illustrations with experience in Web3.
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    Art & Design
    Design Concept
    2D Art
    Concept Artistry
  • $100 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    WHO am I?: I'm a licensed architect who enjoys all things related to design. I love to draw, think, innovate, experiment, and build. I jump at any chance I get to do something I've never done before and love to immerse myself in the design process. WHAT am I doing here?: I'm here on Upwork to provide illustration and art mostly for children's books and other fun projects. I like to prioritize artistic expression in my freelance work and am looking to contract with clients who want something unique, interesting and new. While I am open to certain architectural projects, my focus and priority is to expand my ability to work in the Art & Design fields where doodling and cartooning can thrive! HOW do I like to work?: I'm interested in clients that are collaborative and appreciate creative vision. I ask that I meet to understand the entire scope of a project before providing a proposal as my hourly rate is variable depending on the task at hand. For illustration and cartooning work, my hourly rate is less ($90 per hour). For architectural services (while I prefer not to pursue these) my rate is higher ($150 per hour). Every project is unique and takes time to understand your (the client's) goals, and I aim to be transparent and fair in my pricing to avoid ad-services, delays in project schedules, and scope creep. I aim to provide a high caliber of service to all clients and want both parties to walk away happy and excited to collaborate on future projects! WHAT skills do I posses?: -Digital Art and Design -Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Fresco and InDesign -Cartooning and Doodling -Sketching -Book Layout and Design -Graphic Design (Posters, business cards, logos etc.) -Vector Graphics -Digital Photography -Photo Editing ...and also... -Architectural Design -Preliminary / Concept Design -Architectural Diagramming -BIM Modeling (Autodesk Revit Wizard) -Bluebeam Revu -Renderings and 3D Perspective Views -Illustrated Sections, Section Perspectives, Elevations, and Floor Plans -Rough Fly-thru animations -Drawings, Illustrations and Graphics for Architectural Marketing Packages
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    Sketching
    Diagram
    Rendering
    Children's Book Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Art & Design
    Autodesk Revit
    Adobe Illustrator
    Architectural Design
    Architecture
    Drawing
    Adobe InDesign
    Cartoon Art
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $33 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a 2D generalist with 7 years of experience in digital painting. I specialize in concept art and illustration, and I am experienced in creating stylized and cartoonish characters, creatures, and props, with particular skill in MOBA-style design. -Expert in Photoshop, Illustrator -Proficient In Maya, Zbrush, Blender
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    Creature Design
    Character Illustration
    3D Modeling
    Prop Design
    Game Background & Environment
    Concept Design
    Game Art
    Photography
    Character Design
  • $50 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hi! I'm a 2D and 3D animator, but I also know a bit about visual development, modeling, and storyboarding. I have experience in using Adobe software, Maya, Toon Boom Harmony, and a little bit of Blender. During my college tenure I've collaborated on a variety of group projects and worked on a few short films.
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    Adobe Creative Suite
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Animate
    Toon Boom Harmony
    Animation
  • $34 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm an freelance illustrator. I love nature, all kinds of plants, animals, and city life too, and I’d like to express myself through illustration. My work has been recognized by a few international Awards, e.g.Communication Arts, 3x3 Annual, etc. My works are done digitally and also with mixed media. I’m interested in the applications of illustration in various fields, such as *editorial *book covers *advertising *children’s publishing *product design so that to help the products reach more audiences and meanwhile bringing aesthetic pleasures to daily life.
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    Book Cover Design
    Product Design
    Graphic Design
  • $60 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Skilled 2D artist proficient in both digital and traditional mediums with solid understanding of anatomy, value and composition; hard worker, excellent team player and unafraid to explore new ideas.
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    Concept Artistry
    2D Art
    Game Art
  • $26 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (156 jobs)
    Graphic design is a very complicated area to work in. All people have different tastes and sometimes it is quite complicated to create a good looking design that satisfies my client. So, before starting working on a new project I prefer to find out as many details as possible about my clients' expectation concerning the design I'm going to create. I also understand that sometimes it is necessary to create more than one version of some design. Updates are necessary part of our work and I do not mind to improve my images if my client think that they are need to be improved. After all, he or she is the one I am creating images for :). So I can guarantee you that all the images that you receive from me will be high quality and meet all your requirements.
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    Game Design
    User Interface Design
    Digital Painting
    Character Design
    Cartoon Art
    Book Cover
    CorelDRAW
    Layout Design
    Web Design
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $25 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Hi! Thanks for stopping by my profile. I’m an animation graduate with an interest in illustration and video editing! Hope you have a nice day!
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    Photo Editing
    3D Animation
    2D Animation
    Graphic Design
    Video Editing
  • $20 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I'm an illustrator with experience illustrating children's books, designing campaign posters and shirts, and tabling at craft fairs. I can design illustrations, shirts, pins, comics, concept art, cover art, and more! I'm experienced in digital drawing software and the Microsoft/Google Suite. I check in with you every step of the process to ensure you love what you see. I deliver high-resolution and quality images. Whatever you're trying to design, I'm here to help!
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    Design Concept
    Google Workspace
    Microsoft Excel
    Painting
    Digital Design
    Comic Art
    Graphic Design
    Children's Book Illustration
    Cover Art Design
    2D Illustration
    Concept Artistry
    Procreate
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
  • $25 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I'm a digital illustrator and designer who makes colorful and whimsical drawings of characters, plants, and animals. If you need illustrations or sketches, let's get in touch! - I am skilled in Procreate and Adobe Illustrator, and proficient in Adobe Photoshop.
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    Graphic Design
    Character Illustration
    Digital Illustration
    Nature Illustration
    People Illustration
    Storyboarding
    Animal Illustration
    Procreate
    Adobe Illustrator
  • $17 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I’m an ambitious college student with an art background that is willing to create an eye catching YouTube thumbnail or a logo for your small business.
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    TikTok
    Watercolor
    Acrylic Painting
    Painting
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $25 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a recent graduate from San Jose State University, and I am on cusps of embarking on an exciting journey to the world of animation. I am willing to relocate anywhere to do animations. With a passion for storytelling and an eye for detail, I am currently co-directing My Turn! A 2D animated short film as my capstone project. It has helped me hone my creative and leadership skills. I am driven by the desire to contribute to the dynamic world of animation - both in 2D and 3D formats. My goal is to bring life to different characters and worlds. I hope to entertain audiences with animation. I eagerly anticipate the challenges and opportunities the animation industry has in store for me. I am committed to continuing to grow, practice my craft, and work with talented artists with the same passion.
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    Film Production
    Team Management
    Graphic Design
    Toon Boom Storyboard Pro
    Toon Boom Harmony
    Storyboarding
    Film Editing
    Compositing
    2D Animation
    3D Animation
  • $35 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m a graduate student currently studying in the United States, fluent in English and proficient in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese. Whether you need voiceovers for promotional videos, children's storybooks, or commercial product demonstration videos, I can assist. - Expert in video editing with experience in creating promotional videos for schools and commercial products - Fluent in both Zhuyin and Pinyin systems, capable of high-quality Chinese voiceovers - Regular communication is important to me, so let’s keep in touch.
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    Informational Infographic
    Photography
  • $28 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    My name is Noah Abadano, but I go by Fluek or Dupix (for my 18+ content) on my other socials and I am a 2D artist and animator, but I mostly specialize in action animation and dynamic character performances. Although I'm able to animate or illustrate Almost anything! I am flexible and very good with deadlines. I've been doing art and animation for 10+ years. I've worked on art and animation for audio books, indie game projects, personal commissions, and looking to expand my experience here on upwork. I can't wait to see what sort of dreams I can bring to life! -Noah-
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    Animation
    Storyboarding
    Storyboard
    Character Animation
    Character Design
    2D Animation
  • $30 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Currently living in México, I am a passionate artist and marketer skilled in Procreate, Adobe Suite, Canva, and Final Cut Pro. I am also expanding my abilities by learning Maya and Blender. I embrace both traditional and modern techniques, valuing mixed media practices like oil painting and sketching. Artistic Skills: I specialize in illustration, graphic design, and digital painting, blending classic techniques with contemporary styles. Marketing Expertise: I help small businesses develop their brand identity and navigate traditional and digital marketing strategies. Collaboration: I prioritize open communication and feedback to ensure clients' visions come to life through collaboration. Eager to Learn: I seek fun projects that challenge me and foster growth, thriving on creative challenges and continuous improvement. Let’s connect and bring your ideas to life!
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    Brand Development
    Branding & Marketing
  • $17 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a graphic design student attending De Anza College for the past two years, with intention to transfer to a university with an Associate's degree. My skills include an adept and efficient in adobe creative cloud programs, as well as use of printers. In addition to technical skills, I am also skilled and thorough in my process of researching, user interviewing, and user testing.
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    Figma
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Adobe XD
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Typography
    Layout Design
    Graphic Design
    Logo Design
    Branding & Marketing
    Branding
    Brand Development
  • $15 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a hard-working freelance artist who likes experimenting with different art styles and cooperating with others. My skills include AI art prompting, photography, writing novels, digital art, traditional art, graphic design, and customer service.
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    Graphic Design
    2D Drawing
    AI Image Generator
    AI Content Writing
    Art & Design
    Server
    Customer Service
    Brand Management
    Photography
  • $22 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    SUMMARY A highly motivated student seeking a challenging opportunity to leverage my skills and experience in social media marketing and event promotion. Skilled in curating engaging content on various social media platforms, increasing brand awareness, drive engagement, and entertaining others by executing successful social media campaigns and staying up to date with the latest trends.
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    Video Editing & Production
    Transcript
    Content Creation
    Leadership Skills
    Performing Arts
  • $50 hourly

    • 4.4/5
    • (11 jobs)
    I'm a creative Graphics Designer with 9+ years of experience and a high dose of creativity and professionalism. I have created and designed great web and print graphics for many companies worldwide and local, both independently and in teams, cooperating with other designers. My professional objectives are to create logical and creative designs, which are remembered and stand out from all others. Having a great idea and concept is half job done. I'm highly professional and communicative, always deliver on time and Guarantee 100% Satisfaction and Quality.
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    Digital Painting
    Graphics Programming
    Web Design
    Content Management
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