I’m Marytha J, your YouTube + Canva Visual Strategist, here to make your channel not only look amazing — but also spark trust, clicks, and connection from the very first glance.
I don’t do generic graphics. I build smart, scroll-stopping experiences rooted in behavior design, marketing psychology, and visual storytelling — so your content doesn’t just get views, it gets remembered. 🔥
🎯 Services I Offer (YouTube + Canva by Design)
1️⃣ 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗧𝘂𝗯𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽 – Get it right from the first click
Whether you're starting fresh or pivoting, I’ll guide your visual and strategic setup:
✔️ Channel banner (mobile + desktop safe)
✔️ Profile picture or logo
✔️ Brand color + font palette
✔️ Upload defaults setup (title templates, tags, keywords)
✔️ About section optimization
✔️ Custom playlist covers & layout advice
2️⃣ 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 – Make your videos irresistible to click
Every thumbnail I design is:
✔️ Custom (made just for you)
✔️ Strategically composed for emotion + attention
✔️ Optimized for mobile viewers
✔️ Branded for consistency across your content
✔️ Designed with curiosity triggers to increase CTR
✔️ A/B test-ready (optional 2nd version included)
3️⃣ 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀 – Build a channel identity that sticks
Let’s make your channel look and feel like YOU:
✔️ Channel banner & end screen templates
✔️ Lower thirds and branded video overlays
✔️ Color & font system (Mini Brand Kit)
✔️ Matching visuals for Shorts, playlists, or social
🧠 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗜 𝗨𝘀𝗲
𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗯𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 + 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 –𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮 + 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝘃𝗮 - 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 + 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮 + 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗖𝘂𝘁
💡 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲
✔️ Deep focus: YouTube + Canva is my niche — not one of many platforms I design for
✔️ Strategy + aesthetics: I blend marketing psychology with sleek visuals
✔️ Clear process & friendly communication: you'll always know what's next
✔️ Fast turnaround: most assets delivered in 1–3 days
✔️ 100% satisfaction: unlimited revisions on every project tier
💬 Kind Words from Happy Clients
🌟 "Marytha’s videos 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 by 50%—a true professional!"
🌟 "𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁, reliable, and always exceeds expectations!"
🌟"We are so grateful to Marytha and her willingness to help us create an ad for our business. She did a 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗷𝗼𝗯!"
🌟 "Another amazing project. I welcome the opportunity to 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗮 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 in the future!"
I'd love to hear your vision! 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄
Adobe Illustrator
YouTube
Graphic Design
YouTube Thumbnail
Banner
YouTube Channel Intro
YouTube Marketing
Logo
Brand Design
Adobe After Effects
Copywriting
Figma
Canva
Visual Identity
Ahmed F.
Washington, District Of Columbia
$30/hr
4.7
146 jobs
🥇I’m a Top 10% UI/UX and graphic designer on Upwork with 6+ years of experience creating web and mobile designs focused on clarity, usability, and results.
🪄I’m not a magician, but if you pay me good, I make Designs do magic. If you’re seeking for a designer who truly masters both graphics and web design, message me and sit back cause the results will surprise you more than you expect.
👋Hello! I'm Ahmed , It may sound unusual, but I genuinely find joy in exploring colors, typography, branding, music, a touch of magic. If you are seeking attention to detail and one stop solution for all your graphic design assets ranging from brand identity to website development, I am glad to let you know that you have found the perfect freelancer. My passion for graphic design and creativity has been constant throughout my life and over 15 years in the industry. With experience spanning corporate, agency, and freelance environments, I've consistently led both digital and print projects to successful and well-regarded outcomes.
AREAS OF EXPERIENCE:
⭐ Print Graphics
⭐ Logo Designs
⭐ Brand Guides
⭐ Social Media Banners
⭐ Icons and Web Icons
⭐ Amazon Banners
⭐ Amazon Images
⭐ Amazon EBC Banners
⭐ Webpage Designs
⭐ Landing Page Designs
⭐ Illustrations
⭐ Printing and Packaging
⭐ Product Rendering
⭐ Product Mockups
⭐ Google Adword Banners
⭐ Character Designs
⭐ Photo Retouching
⭐ Photoshop Manipulation
⭐ Photo Editing
⭐ Flyers
⭐ Ebooks and Booklets
⭐ Catalogs
⭐ Presentation Decks
⭐ Canva Designs
Some of the client feedback.
✅ “Incredible logo work! GraphixMotion’s new brand identity looks amazing thanks to this graphic designer’s vision and professionalism.” – Emily H., GraphixMotion LLC
✅ “We needed a complete T-shirt design series for an event, and this graphic designer nailed every concept. Quick turnaround and great attention to detail.” – Carlos R., UrbanFit Co.
✅ “Our business cards and branded stationery look sleek and professional. Highly recommend this graphic designer for corporate branding.” – Sarah T., NovaCore Solutions
✅ “Delivered a full brand kit that brought our startup to life visually. Font pairings, logo variations, color palette—everything was spot on.” – Jared M., BrightNest Digital
✅ “The flyers and billboards helped drive real traffic to our campaign. A reliable graphic designer with marketing insight, too.” – Rachel A., MarketHive Agency
🟢 “Best graphic designer we’ve worked with! The logo for GraphixMotion gave our startup a bold identity that really pops.” – Emily H., GraphixMotion LLC
🟢 “Our T-shirt line sold out—and we owe that to this graphic designer’s killer logo and shirt graphics.” – Carlos R., UrbanFit Co.
🟢 “We hired this graphic designer for a brand kit and ended up with the perfect logo, color palette, and typography that wowed our investors.” – Jared M., BrightNest Digital
🟢 “The logo and business card combo we received was beyond professional. We’ll only work with this graphic designer from now on.” – Sarah T., NovaCore Solutions
🟢 “We needed a bold logo for our new snack packaging—this graphic designer delivered three top-tier concepts in record time.” – Brian K., ZenSnack Organics
The best logo i can make are:
Wordmark logo (Logotype)
Lettermark logo (Monogram)
Pictorial logo (Icon or Symbol)
Abstract logo
Mascot Logo
Combination logo
Emblem logo
I’m a professional graphic designer with expertise in logo creation, brand identity systems, social media visuals, brochures, and other print materials. My approach blends creativity with strategic thinking to produce designs that are visually strong, brand-focused, and effective across both print and digital platforms. Skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, I create refined, production-ready assets and cohesive visual identities. Whether it’s elevating an existing brand or building one from the ground up, my work emphasizes clarity, consistency, and purposeful design that makes businesses stand out.
Illustration
Adobe Illustrator
Logo Design
Adobe Photoshop
Book Cover
Graphic Design
T-Shirt Design
Flyer Design
Brand Identity
Packaging Design
Website
Web Design
Banner
Brochure
Pitch Deck
Julia G.
Washington, District Of Columbia
$45/hr
5.0
4 jobs
Graphic Designer with 6+ years of experience in editorial and marketing design. Core Expertise: Layout, typography, template design, and art direction (50+ magazines 40+ covers). Proficient in: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects. Open to short term print and digital/web based projects. Portfolio: juliagoldbergdesign.com
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Photoshop
Logo Design
Brochure
Poster Design
Layout Design
Darren S.
Washington, District Of Columbia
$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Hi there, my name is Darren and I am a trained visual artist, specializing in character design, and storytelling. I currently work full time as an illustrator for a educational company, and spend my free time freelancing, setting up at conventions, and working on personal projects. I have 10 years of experience in commissioned and contracted artwork, and i have been creating art my whole life.
I am interested in working on long-term illustration projects (would love to illustrate a children’s book, or be apart of a comic series ), character design for comics, manga, animations, and promotion art.
I am always open to questions or inquiries, and I would love to be able to help make your vision a reality!
If you want to see more of my artwork, please feel free to visit orangeteastudios.com and my Instagram @the.soto.
Thank you!
Darren
Illustration
Character Design
Digital Illustration
Concept Design
Sequential Art
Percival T.
Washington, District Of Columbia
$23/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I'm a rising senior at Williams College majoring in studio art. I am pursuing a career in illustration, with a focus on visual storytelling. Whether you are creating a comic, graphic novel, or illustrated book, I can help. I also design tattoos.
-Procreate
-Gouache, watercolor, ink, pencil
Illustration
Tattoo Design
Portrait Art
Fine Art
Tasnim Fatima J.
Washington, District Of Columbia
$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I might be new to Upwork but not new to social media management, having 7+ experience in the field - growing my own platforms and helping others out as well.
🎯 Social Media Manager | Content Creator | Video Editor & Graphic Designer
📱 Facebook • Instagram • TikTok • YouTube
🎥 Eye-Catching Videos | 🎨 Scroll-Stopping Graphics | 📈 Strategy-Driven Results
Hi! I’m Tasnim - a creative and results-oriented Social Media Manager and Content Creator with a passion for turning ideas into impactful visual content that stops the scroll and drives engagement.
I specialize in short-form videos (Reels, TikToks, Shorts) and graphics (posts, stories, thumbnails) that are not only aesthetic, but aligned with your brand’s voice and goals. Whether you’re looking to grow your online presence, launch a product, or build a loyal audience, I’m here to help you do it with content that connects.
💼 What I Offer:
- Video Editing: Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts – cut, synced to trends, captions, transitions, effects
- Graphic Design: Branded Instagram posts, carousels, stories, banners, thumbnails
- Social Media Management: Content planning, scheduling, captions, hashtags, analytics
- Platform-Specific Strategy: What works on TikTok won’t always work on Instagram – I tailor accordingly
- Brand Consistency: Fonts, colors, tone, and design aligned with your unique voice
📊 Tools I Use:
- Adobe DaVinci Resolve, CapCut
- Canva, Lightroom, Illustrator
- Google Workspace
- Trend research & analytics tools
📌 Who I Work With:
✅ Coaches, influencers, small businesses
✅ Wellness brands, eCommerce shops, creatives
✅ Anyone looking to build a real and relevant presence online
I care deeply about what your brand stands for — and I make sure your content reflects that in every frame, color, and caption.
Let’s make content that looks good and performs even better.
💬 Ready to elevate your socials? Hit the “Invite” button and let’s chat!
Adobe Illustrator
Content Calendar
Branding & Marketing
Social Media Account Setup
Social Media Content Creation
Social Media Ad Campaign
Canva
CapCut
DaVinci Resolve
Copywriting
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