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Bobbie M.

Kissimmee, Florida

$30/hr
5.0
391 jobs

I transform content into polished, modern‑aesthetic layouts for both digital and print. I help creators and businesses communicate with clarity through clean, multi‑page design built on strong visual hierarchy and effortless navigation. Core Services: • Ebook Design and Digital Products • Lead Magnets & Conversion Assets for Coaches • Workbooks, Guides & Toolkits • Brand-Aligned Business Documents Editorial Expertise: • High‑End, Multi‑Page Magazine‑Style Layouts

  • Magazine Layout
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Editorial Design
  • Page Layout Design
  • Layout Design
  • Typography
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Graphic Design
  • Formatting
  • Brochure
  • Ebook Design
  • Desktop Publishing
Jeremiah A.

Louisville, Kentucky

$85/hr
4.9
68 jobs

I help teams, brands, and publishers produce polished, professional design while making the systems behind their projects run smoothly. Whether it’s a coffee table book, a magazine layout, or a corporate report, I bring technical mastery, efficiency, and editorial insight to every project. I specialize in: ✱ Editorial and book design for publishers and creators ✱ Branded print and digital materials, from magazines to multi-page reports ✱ Optimizing workflows to make projects faster, smoother, and more reliable ✱ Delivering projects on brief, on schedule, and with consistent quality Clients rely on me because I don’t just execute design, I streamline the process, reduce friction, and ensure every project runs efficiently. My work balances precision, clarity, and professional execution, giving clients confidence that their project will be delivered right the first time. ✱ A deeper dive into what it looks like to work with me ✱ I step into projects with an eye for both design quality and operational efficiency. I don’t just execute files, I make sure the systems supporting your project run smoothly, reducing friction, keeping assets organized, and ensuring that multi-page layouts, campaigns, or branded materials move from concept to delivery without delays or errors. Over the years, I’ve worked on a wide range of projects, including coffee table books, specialty magazines, product catalogs, internal corporate reports, and marketing campaigns. My experience gives me a strong sense of visual hierarchy, pacing, typography, and editorial storytelling, which ensures every piece communicates clearly and resonates with its audience. I thrive in collaborative environments, whether I’m leading the creative direction for a small, growing brand or integrating into an established corporate team. Clients appreciate that I anticipate challenges, streamline workflows, and deliver polished, professional results on brief and on schedule. Small brands benefit from my ability to take ownership of creative processes, providing insight and execution in areas where they need expertise most. Larger teams value that I can step into existing systems, understand constraints, and deliver high-impact design that aligns with brand guidelines and organizational processes. Ultimately, my approach balances precision, efficiency, and editorial insight. Every project is treated as a craft: designed to function seamlessly, communicate effectively, and meet objectives. I focus on making your life easier while producing work that looks and performs at the highest level.

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Editorial Design
  • Layout Design
  • Book
  • Book Cover
  • Book Layout
  • Typesetting
  • Print Production
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Branding
Goodness O.

Albany, New York

$85/hr
5.0
267 jobs

I’m an editorial and infographic designer with 15+ years of experience creating clear, thoughtful design systems for organizations working with complex content. With a Master's in Graphic Design & Digital Media, along with a focus on Design Psychology, every project is approached uniquely, shaped by brand, audience, and user experience, not templates or trends. I’m known for being collaborative, detail-oriented, and reliable, especially on projects that require structure, consistency, and careful thinking across many pages. 🔴 Credentials — Upwork Expert-Vetted (Top 1% on Upwork) — 15+ years of experience across medical, education, sustainability, social justice, and corporate sectors — National award-winning print and infographic design — Clients include Logitech, PayPal, Yale University, Amazon, Siemens, and New York University 🔴 Project Types Magazines, annual reports, sustainability and impact reports, ebooks, manuals, lead magnets, cookbooks, infographics, data visualizations, and custom illustration systems built specifically for information design. If you’re not entirely sure what you need yet, I’m happy to talk it through and help define the right approach. 🔴 Tools InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe XD, After Effects, Framer, Figma, Sketch, and more.

  • Magazine Layout
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Editorial Design
  • Magazine
  • Print Design
  • Infographic
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe XD
  • Annual Report
  • Art Direction
  • Creative Strategy
  • Creative Direction
  • Storytelling
Emily W.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

$65/hr
5.0
179 jobs

Layout designer with 7 years creating custom, eye-catching materials for print and web. I bring human charm to every project. - Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator - Catalogs, Magazines, Workbooks, Brochures, Flyers - Illustration, Iconography, Image composites - Data merge, Javascript automations, Bulk photo editing - Large format, Packaging

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Publication Design
  • Page Layout Design
  • Layout Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Colorful Style
  • Illustration
  • Graphic Design
  • CSS 3
  • Drawing
  • HTML5
  • Manipulation & Compositing
  • Background Removal
  • Formatting
Rhonda D.

Montauk, New York

$50/hr
5.0
2 jobs

{ ABOUT ME } Seasoned graphic designer with over 20 yrs of experience and expertise in high-end design work for catalogs, magazines, lookbooks, portfolios for print and digital production. { WHAT I CAN GIVE YOU } - Bespoke layout, design, typography, color and graphics for editorial publications and the like. - I specialize in the advertising, fashion, beauty and luxury brand spaces. - Experienced in leading a team of designers, editing concepts and photo direction. - Proficient in Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Canva, Squarespace. - Lead and art direct photoshoots and excel in collaboration with all on set workers. { WHAT SETS ME APART } With precision and efficiency I bring an extra quality of detail to every project I design. My high level of taste comes from extensive travel, interior design studies and art education which informs the quality of work I will bring to your projects. { WHY CHOOSE ME } With decades of experience, an uncountable number of publication designs, my expert knowledge in all Adobe CS, Canva etc, and careers in some of the largest agencies and branded companies in the world, I can work well with anyone.

  • Magazine Layout
  • Photo Editing
  • Typography
  • Graphic Design
  • Catalog Design
  • Template Design
  • Concept Design
  • Art Direction
  • Photoshoot
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Color Palette
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Fashion & Beauty
  • Advertising
  • Squarespace
Antoinette N.

Pomona, California

$48/hr
4.7
492 jobs

Hello! I'm Toni, a seasoned graphic designer with a strong foundation in both print and digital design. My journey has been deeply rooted in print design, having honed my skills as an in-house graphic designer and printer at a reputable print and mail processing company. This role equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the entire print production process, enabling me to deliver design projects that are not only visually compelling but also seamless in execution. I possess a keen eye for detail and a unique perspective, driven by my life experiences and personal interests, which infuse originality into every project I undertake. While my primary focus is on print design, I am adept at making the subtle transitions necessary for digital design. Seeking to expand my creative horizons, I am now delving into package and presentation design, offering services at discounted rates as I enrich my portfolio. Flexibility is key in my freelance career, ensuring I meet your design deadlines with precision and creativity. Let's collaborate to bring your vision to life, from layout to the final print-ready product. Feel free to view some of my work samples and connect with me to discuss your next project.

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Print Design
  • Layout Design
  • Sales & Marketing Collateral
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Logo Design
  • Brochure
  • Infographic
  • Presentation Design
  • Flyer Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Album Cover Design
  • Report

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