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Petey D.

San Diego, California

$250/hr
5.0
55 jobs

When brands like HP, UPS, Red Bull, Turtle Beach, and Din Tai Fung need a San Diego videographer or Los Angeles videographer, they call me. My name is Petey Dyer, Top Rated videographer, photographer, and FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot based in San Diego and Los Angeles, CA. I work with marketing teams, agencies, and brands looking for a reliable corporate and commercial videographer in California to produce high-end video and photo content. Over the past 8 years I've produced high-end video and photo content for enterprise brands, fast-growing startups, and everything in between. Most recently I served as Camera Operator on Animal — a top 10 Apple TV+ documentary series and led a 60+ interview testimonial shoot across California for NACFE's Run on Less electric truck campaign, capturing UPS, US Foods, and Ok Produce on location with full drone fleet coverage. My specialty is making complex B2B stories feel human and cinematic on camera. What I do best: Corporate & B2B testimonial video (multi-cam, teleprompter, lighting, audio) Brand & commercial video for tech, lifestyle, and consumer brands Drone cinematography — FAA Part 107 certified, aerial B-roll and fleet/site coverage Industrial & construction video — site documentation, progress reels, stakeholder interviews Event coverage — conferences, trade shows, product launches What's on every shoot: Dual 4K cinema cameras · Drone · Wireless audio · 3-point lighting · Teleprompter · Same-week delivery I operate throughout San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles — and I travel worldwide for the right project. 100% Job Success · Top Rated · 51 completed jobs Let's make your next video your best one. 🎥

  • Photography
  • HDR Photography
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Corporate Video
  • Testimonial Video
  • Video Commercial
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Content Creation
  • Video Editing
  • Videography
  • Sports Photography
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Storytelling
Tajhdryana T.

San Diego, California

$25/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Hey there creator, I go by “Tart” for my small business 🫶🏽 so if you see my watermark, it will most likely include tart. I am an intermediate photographer, image editor, video editor, content creator, graphic designer, and artist of 7+ years in experience. I also have intermediate level animation experience! I work with Adobe After Effects, Sony Vegas Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Procreate, and even apps such as CapCut Editor! With that, I have learned how to manage social media, create content, and even do my own graphic design, logos, and artistic creations through mobile software such as PicsArt, Canva, Adobe Draw, and more! I currently work with social media platforms such as Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook! I also have my own small business that I utilize these skills for, as well as commission work for other businesses, such as my previous to current job roles. I am a very experienced writer, with college experience and many years of writing. I can help clients achieve many different writing tasks and overall commit to creating your ideas come alive through words, videography, content, editing, and much more. As a new entrepreneur to this platform, I am excited to start a journey creating dreams and results for you!

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Anime
  • Freestyle Drawing
  • Digital Painting
  • Drawing
  • Research Papers
  • English
  • YouTube
  • Proofreading
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Sony Vegas
  • Tutoring
  • CapCut
  • Canva
Arianna L.

San Diego, California

$55/hr
5.0
29 jobs

My name is Arianna, and I'm a San Diego-based recipe creator, photographer, and writer. I'm the founder of Sunflower Creative Co. and The Bottomless Pit, a gluten-free food blog. Sunflower Creative Co. specializes in recipe development, is a food and product photographer, and has written articles for online and print publications. I have five years of experience creating recipes and a background in gluten-free and paleo recipe development. I'm also a trained food stylist and provide all set styling for every shoot and project I work on. My photography style is very adaptive, and I always put my client's vision and style first. My background is in restaurant photography, and over the last five years, I've also worked with magazines, brands, and alcohol companies and on two cookbooks. I have a background in creative writing and have used this skill to provide content and copywriting for various businesses over the years, from travel magazines to blogs. I'm skilled in SEO and keyword research; furthermore, I understand the importance of creating strong written pieces that resonate with the audience and rank on Google. If my skillset sounds like a good fit for your project, I'd love to connect!

  • Photography
  • Recipe Development
  • Food Photography
  • Recipe Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Content Creation
Kat E.

San Diego, California

$50/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I specialize in illustration but am also skilled in studio art (watercolor, ink, charcol, acrylic, oil, etc.), branding, logos, advertising, layout, and other graphic design needs. I am passionate, driven, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator. I love to bring others' ideas to life. I have been creating art and designing for over 10 years and taking clients for the past 5 years.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Procreate
  • Logo Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Writing
  • Painting
  • Oil & Acrylic Paint
  • Digital Illustration
  • Drawing
  • Portrait Art
  • Oil Painting
Logan R.

San Diego, California

$165/hr
5.0
25 jobs

I’m Logan Rando, a San Diego, CA based videographer, filmmaker, photographer, and editor with over a decade of experience helping businesses and creators tell their stories through intentional, cinematic visuals. My work is grounded, human, and story-driven, whether I’m producing a brand video, documenting an event, or shaping footage into a compelling final edit. I’ve worked with over 100 clients across commercial, lifestyle, and creative projects, delivering hundreds of videos and generating millions of views online. I specialize in projects that need more than just technical execution, clients who want clarity, taste, and storytelling that actually connects with an audience. I’m comfortable handling projects end-to-end, from concept development and planning, through filming, editing, color, and final delivery. I also collaborate well with existing teams and creators who need a reliable professional to elevate their content without overcomplicating the process. Services I offer include brand and business videos, wedding video & photo, product and lifestyle content, interviews, event coverage, YouTube and social media editing, and photography including portraits and lifestyle shoots. I work calmly, communicate clearly, and take deadlines seriously. If you’re looking for someone who understands both the creative and practical side of video production, and who prioritizes authenticity over gimmicks, I’d love to collaborate.

  • Photography
  • Video Ad
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Ad Campaign
  • Videography
  • Wedding & Event Video
  • Wedding Videography
  • Wedding Photography
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Social Media Video
Jennie S.

San Diego, California

$45/hr
4.9
68 jobs

I'm a photo editor/retoucher and graphic designer who's highly detail-oriented—I believe every pixel counts! I work with businesses to create beautiful, effective, and brand-enhancing images and designs. I'm well-versed in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and my specialties include commercial photo editing/retouching (portraits and products) and brand identity design. I've been in the top 3% of Upwork freelancers (Top Rated Plus) with a 100% Job Success score since 2020.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Photo Editing
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Photo Retouching
  • Image Editing
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Color Correction & Filter
  • Color Grading
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Photo Restoration
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Graphic Design
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Logo Design
  • Vector Art
  • Vector Tracing
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Editorial Design
  • Page Layout Design

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