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Meg I.

Tokyo, Japan

$50/hr
5.0
26 jobs

Hello, I’m Meg, a Japanese-American filmmaker and photographer with experience in writing and directing award-winning short films, music videos, commercials, YouTube videos, and video content for social media. I love taking lifestyle and travel photography and have done lots of shoots for individuals as well as companies and events. I am deeply passionate about storytelling and I approach each project with a creative and optimistic mindset. I love bringing ideas to life and collaborating, and I am open to working with people of all backgrounds and experiences. My WFH video editing rate is $40 an hour, but directing/shooting rates will vary depending on location and the required preparation. Thank you and hope to work with you.

  • Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Story Concept
  • Story Development
  • Songwriting
  • Film & Video
  • Film Direction
  • Videography
  • Screenwriting
  • Voice Acting
  • Storytelling
  • Video Editing
  • Film
  • Lifestyle & Travel
  • Lifestyle Photography
Naotomo U.

Tokyo, Japan

$120/hr
5.0
25 jobs

Award-winning filmmaker and photographer with more than 20 years of experience across development, field production, post-production, directing, producing, and cinematography. I have filmed for Discovery Channel, the United Nations, BBC, CNN, Meta, Google, and many others. My work ranges from intimate, small-scale shoots to large productions with budgets exceeding 100,000 USD, including projects for American Airlines. I have covered health, science, sports, history, nature, and human-interest stories, and have worked in more than 60 countries on both international and domestic assignments.

  • Photography
  • Event Photography
  • Videography
  • Drone
  • Video Editing
  • Wedding Videography
  • Art Direction
  • Film Direction
  • Wedding & Event Video
  • Documentary
  • Documentary Video
  • Promotional Video
Natalya N.

Tokyo, Japan

$35/hr
5.0
19 jobs

AI-Powered Graphic Designer | Compositing Artist | Visual Storyteller I'm a Photoshop Artist and AI-powered Creative Designer with a passion for crafting visuals that not only look beautiful — but mean something. I specialize in creating emotionally resonant, symbolic, and impactful designs. I help businesses accelerate their content production by using cutting-edge AI to rapidly brainstorm and iterate. Then, I leverage expert Photoshop compositing to build the final, polished, on-brand image. ✨ What I can create for you: AI-Powered Ad Creatives & Social Media Posts (For SMMs who need to accelerate content production) Stunning AI Product Photography (High-quality, visually appealing images for e-commerce, jewellery, cosmetics, etc.) Cinematic YouTube Thumbnails, Banners, and Overlays Advanced Compositing for Book Covers & Promotional Visuals Deep Visual Storytelling through detailed Collages & Photo Manipulation 🛠️ My Technical Skills include: AI Image Generation & Prompt Engineering Advanced Photoshop Compositing & AI Integration High-End Photo Manipulation & Surreal Collaging Expert Compositing, Masking, and Non-Destructive Editing Cinematic Color Grading & Tonal Adjustments A Keen Eye for Detail, Light, and Composition 🌱 What sets me apart: My approach is intuitive, symbolic, and client-centered. I have a strong understanding of aesthetics, from cinematic storytelling to effective product photography. Each project is a blend of aesthetics, meaning, and intention — crafted to speak directly to your audience. 💬 Let’s connect! I value clear communication and thoughtful collaboration. Let me help you bring your visual ideas to life. DETAILED SERVICES & KEYWORDS I structure my services to help you find exactly what you need. Here is a detailed list of what I can do for you: 💎 AI FOR E-COMMERCE & PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY (For Brands & Marketplaces) Do you need stunning product photos without the budget for a studio and photographer? I create clean, realistic "virtual" product photographs using AI, perfect for e-commerce. AI Product Photography Jewellery & Cosmetics Photography E-commerce Product Images Stunning Product Photos Visually Appealing Images Product Mockups Amazon, Etsy, Shopify Product Listings Showcase Your Product Effectively 🚀 AI FOR MARKETING & ADVERTISING (For SMMs & Marketers) Need to accelerate content production and hypothesis testing? I am your AI designer who will rapidly generate and polish creatives so you can launch campaigns faster. AI-Powered Ad Creatives Accelerate Content Production Social Media Ad Creatives Facebook & Instagram Ads A/B Test Visuals High-Conversion Creatives Graphic Design Elements for Ads 🎬 AI FOR CONTENT CREATORS, AUTHORS & BRANDS (For YouTube Channels, Writers & Coaches) Your idea needs to be packaged in a powerful visual that conveys meaning and drives clicks. I specialize in creating cinematic and symbolic imagery. Cinematic YouTube Thumbnails AI-Generated YouTube Thumbnails Engaging Video Thumbnails Book Cover Design (AI-Assisted) Podcast Cover Art Symbolic & Impactful Visuals Brand Storytelling Visuals 🛠️ ADVANCED PHOTOSHOP & COMPOSITING (For Complex Creative Challenges) AI is the tool for generating ideas and a base. My main strength is in Photoshop, where I turn "raw" AI generations into a finished masterpiece. I don't just "generate"; I create. Advanced Photoshop Compositing Creative Photo Manipulation AI Image Editing & Integration High-End Image Compositing Cinematic Color Grading Background Change / Removal Detailed Visual Storytelling Print Design AI Design AI Product & Lifestyle Photo AI-assisted creative workflows AI-generated packaging Packaging design system Prompt engineering Midjourney Leonardo AI Nano Banana Pro Adobe Photoshop Brand identity Product visualization Creative automation

  • Social Media Design
  • Banner Ad Design
  • Book Cover Design
  • Design Mockup
  • Creative Direction
  • Art & Design
  • Poster Design
  • YouTube Thumbnail
  • Image Editing
  • Graphic Design
  • AI Image Editing
  • AI Image Generation
  • AI Video Generation
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Product Placement
Alan J.

Tokyo, Japan

$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Experienced portrait and product photographer based in Tokyo. Specialized in luxury handbags, accessories, and fashion items for e-commerce, marketing, and social media. Extensive experience in portrait photography-both in-studio and on location-with a strong command of high-end photo retouching and professional post-production. Proven ability to lead and organize studio productions with models and stylists, and to create content for pop-up events and print campaigns. Freelance work includes visual content for product launches and websites, often blending product photography with fashion portraiture. Additional experience includes shooting cultural and music events, and documenting Tokyo-based creatives through video interviews and photoshoots.

  • Photo Editing Software
  • Portrait Photography
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Digital Photography
  • Event Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Product Photography
  • Model Photography
  • Studio Photography
  • Fashion Photography
  • Street Photography
  • Lifestyle Photography
  • Retouching & Enhancement
  • Photo Retouching
  • Adobe Lightroom
Toshihisa M.

Tokyo, Japan

$30/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I am able to build a great and professional Website. Also can manage Attracting customers with the professional webpage which i built. I manage the web production business "LIFE GROW". 【Low price, high quality】 We focus on cost performance and take responsibility for delivery 【Wide range of support】 We handle everything from planning and composition to overall production supervision We can also handle promotional LP and banner production and management We can also handle web marketing (Google Ads, Facebook Ads) 【 Quick and polite support 】 We try to provide quick and polite explanations so that people with no web knowledge can feel at ease. [PROFILE] I used to work for a major portal site for a long time as a sales promotion planning, direction, production, and sales leader, working with major corporations, individual business owners, and over 2000 stores nationwide. I have lived in Australia for two years and traveled around the world for one year, and I am known for my footwork and responsiveness. I have experience as ・a social networking consultant for over 200 people ・9,000 followers on Instagram 5500 followers on Twitter. ・been certified as a super host (top 5%) in Airbnb. ・Real estate management ( I own 4 properties and 17 rooms. ) I promise to work with you as a business partner to help you achieve your goals and build trust. In addition...I am ・a certified Google photographer, ・support Photoshop and Illustrator ・acquire a domain name ・connect to a rental server ・design with SEO in mind and introduce plug-ins ・providing web marketing (Google ads, Facebook ads, etc.) I will do my best to contribute to the web marketing of your company's business and website by "reaching the itchy parts". Regard LIFE GROW Toshihisa Mikami

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Sales & Marketing
  • CSS 3
  • Google Ads
  • WordPress
  • Yahoo! Advertising Solutions
  • Google AdSense
  • HTML5
  • Shopify
Oksana S.

Tokyo, Japan

$50/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hi there! I’m Oksana - currently living in Japan where I split my time between modeling and working as an SMM manager for Musashi Japan, a premium Japanese knife brand. I’m also a freelance photographer, passionate about capturing stories through the lens - whether it’s people, products, or moments that matter. Let’s connect and create something beautiful. I’m just a message away from you :)

  • Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Management Skills
  • Content Writing
  • Writing
  • Social Media Content
  • UGC

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