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Angeline M.

Yonkers, New York

$65/hr
5.0
20 jobs

I’m a senior motion graphics designer and visual creative with 6+ years of experience creating polished social content, brand systems, ad creatives, and educational videos for ecommerce, lifestyle, education, and tech brands. What I Can Do for You: ✅ Motion graphics & video editing for ads, social, and educational content ✅ Premium brand visuals and digital marketing assets ✅ Story-driven animation and visual explainers ✅ Social-first creative for ecommerce and modern brands ✅ Presentation and pitch deck design with polished motion/visual systems Whether you're a startup needing a brand refresh, an eCommerce store looking for high-conversion ads, or a tech company needing engaging 2D animations, I can help elevate your brand with visuals that captivate your audience. Tools I Use: • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, XD) • Figma • Procreate (for hand-drawn digital illustrations) Ready to bring your vision to life? Let’s connect and start creating something amazing together!

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Logo Design
  • Figma
  • Illustration
  • Marketing
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Editing
  • Versatile Logo Design
  • Branding
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Digital Marketing
Chavdar P.

New York, New York

$50/hr
5.0
86 jobs

End-to-end video production, including green screen work, location shoots, script writing, video and audio editing, motion graphics, and voice over sourcing. 100% job success rate and “Top rated plus” designation by Upwork over 10 years and nearly 100 projects. Clients include Microsoft, IBM, Autodesk, T. Rowe Price, Citigroup, Eaton, Samsung, American Society of Echocardiography, and the New York City Department of Education. Projects with high-profile globally recognizable names like Martha Stewart, Daymond John (ABC's "Shark Tank", FUBU founder), Marcus Lemonis (CNBC’s “The Profit” & “The Partner”), and Chris Santos (Food Network’s “Chopped”). Industries served include finance, technology, education, healthcare, fitness, home improvement, travel and tourism, additive manufacturing, and SaaS. Location shoots in North America (New York City, Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Las Vegas), Europe (London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Paris, Frankfurt) and Asia (Tokyo and Kyoto). Working both with multinational publicly traded companies, as well as startups and small businesses. Career highlights: • NBC-affiliate TV producer experience with TV spots running during "The Oprah Winfrey Show" • CES Innovation Awards Honoree - 2016 - exhibitor booth video producer • IBM Beacon Award - 2015, 2014 - lead media producer • IBM Rational ‘Best of Show’ Award - 2013 - lead media producer • IBM Innovate ‘Innovation in IT Development‘ Finalist - 2014 - lead media producer • Projects featuring Martha Stewart, Marcus Lemonis (CNBC’s “The Profit” & “The Partner”), Chris Santos (Food Network’s “Chopped”), and Mike Ditka (College and Pro Football Hall of Fame) • 15+ years of experience with online video, including conceptualizing the software architecture for one of the first video sharing websites on the Internet • Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) - Program Consultant (SPC) • Winner - Great Valley Technology Alliance Business Plan Competition • Worked on multiple remote collaboration projects, both as an employer as well as a freelancer • Portfolio: ChavdarPetkov.com

  • Motion Design
  • SaaS
  • Startup Consulting
  • Video Editing
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Production
  • Event Photography
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Testimonial Video
  • Photography
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Audio Editing
  • Video Conversion
James W.

Cheektowaga, New York

$50/hr
5.0
41 jobs

I'm James and I'm a digital media specialist from Buffalo, NY. My experience includes working for the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres as a graphic designer, videographer and motion graphics artist, Video Editor for Red Door Marketing, SEO specialist for Intelligencer Post and freelancer with a variety of different clients all over the world. I have a BS in Digital Media and Animation from the College of Technology at Alfred State where I learned how to produce graphic design for web and print, motion design, 3d/2d animation, web design, app/game development and more. I'm an expert in Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, Ableton, Autodesk Maya and much more. I take a lot of pride in my work and I am always willing to go the extra mile for my clients. I am able to work on tight deadlines, I provide unlimited revisions until everybody is satisfied with the project and I am a native English speaker so communication will be clear and effective! I look forward to working with you, James

  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Graphic Design
  • Audio Production
  • Audio Post Production
  • Audio Editing
  • Music Arrangement
  • Video Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Animation
  • Motion Graphics
Darius S.

Kings County, New York

$60/hr
4.8
26 jobs

dsafani.com Hey there! I'm Darius Safani, I'm an animator/designer with 6+ years experience operating in NYC. I've worked as a senior animator and designer including 3 years at Nickelodeon's motion graphics department, more recently working at NBC. I've also had experience working at high end studios like Psyop and Trollback + Co with brands like Facebook, Amazon, ESPN, and many more. I'm a very quick worker, so I can normally get work back to you as fast as necessary. I love working in both 3D in Cinema 4D and 2D in Adobe After Effects, and I have a great eye for detail. Let me know if you have any questions or requests! You can see more of my work at dsafani.com.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Animation
  • Motion Graphics
Emily S.

Kings County, New York

$110/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Over the last 15 years I have worked with big brands such as Google, Meta, Adobe, Nike, IBM, Vox Media, Adidas, Whatsapp, and more. My specialty is creating visuals that promote products, simplify complex ideas, and educate. My passion lies in narrative storytelling and info-driven animation, using character animation, 2D general animation, and strong visual design. I have delivered high-quality and engaging content for B2B, commercial, documentary, and educational purposes, collaborating with stakeholders, social and event teams, and remote clients. Contact me at info@emjanedesign.com to see how I can help with your design needs.

  • Motion Graphics
  • Visual Effects
  • 2D Animation
  • Illustration
  • Vector Graphic
  • Infographic
  • Animation
  • Video Animation
  • Digital Illustration
  • Documentary
Beniam A.

Bronxville, New York

$12/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi! I’m a senior motion graphics and 3D animation designer with over 10 years of professional experience creating visually compelling content for brands, startups, agencies, and architectural firms. I help businesses communicate clearly, look premium, and stand out through motion design, animation, and high-quality visual storytelling — from explainer videos and brand animations to architectural visualizations and 3D renders. 🎯 WHAT I DO BEST Motion Graphics & Animation Logo animations & brand reveals Explainer videos (business, tech, SaaS, real estate) Kinetic typography & text animations Social media animations (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, ads) Corporate presentations & promotional motion graphics 2D & 3D Animation Product visualization & 3D logo reveals Architectural walkthroughs & fly-throughs Technical & process animations 3D text, objects, and environments Abstract motion graphics for commercials Architectural Visualization Interior & exterior 3D renders Real-estate marketing visuals Architectural animations & walkthrough videos Lighting, materials, and realistic environments Branding & Visual Identity Brand visuals & graphic assets Marketing design for startups and businesses Consistent visuals aligned with brand identity 🏆 WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME ✅ 10+ Years of Experience – Proven expertise across animation, motion design, and 3D ✅ Story-Driven Design – I turn ideas into clear, engaging visual narratives ✅ High Production Quality – Polished visuals that feel premium and professional ✅ Reliable & On-Time Delivery – Deadlines are respected, always ✅ Clear Communication – Friendly, transparent, and collaborative ✅ Problem-Solver Mindset – I don’t just animate — I help you communicate 🛠️ TOOLS & SOFTWARE Motion Graphics: Adobe After Effects (Advanced) Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro Design: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator 3D & Visualization: (add your main 3D tools here if you want — e.g. Cinema 4D, Blender, 3ds Max) Plugins & Assets: Element 3D, Particular, modern motion workflows 💼 IDEAL FOR ✔ Startups needing explainer or pitch videos ✔ Businesses looking for strong brand visuals ✔ Real-estate & architecture firms ✔ Marketing agencies needing reliable motion designers ✔ Companies wanting professional animation without agency pricing 📐 MY WORK PROCESS 1️⃣ Understand your goals, audience, and message 2️⃣ Concept & visual direction 3️⃣ Design & style frames 4️⃣ Animation & refinement 5️⃣ Final delivery optimized for your platform ✨ Whether you need a captivating animation, a polished architectural render, or professional motion graphics for your brand, I’m here to deliver visuals that make an impact. Let’s bring your ideas to life — send me a message and let’s get started 🚀

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • 3D Modeling
  • 2D Animation
  • Architectural Rendering
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Rigging
  • Adobe Premiere Pro

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