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Clarice D.

Richmond, Virginia

$150/hr
5.0
35 jobs

Hi! I’m Clarice, a commercial photographer and visual storyteller helping brands create clean, elevated, and engaging imagery for digital and print platforms. My work focuses on product, food, branding, and lifestyle photography designed to help businesses build trust, strengthen their visual identity, and connect with their ideal audience. I combine creativity with a marketing-minded approach, creating images that are not only beautiful, but purposeful and aligned with your brand goals. I especially enjoy working with small businesses and entrepreneurs who value thoughtful branding and authentic storytelling. Whether you need content for social media, e-commerce, advertising, or brand campaigns, I aim to create visuals that feel professional, approachable, and impactful.

  • Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Product Photography
  • Photobook Design
  • Food Photography
  • Product Photography Prep
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Etsy Listing
  • Graphic Design
  • Canva
  • Layout Design
  • Print Design
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Image Editing
  • AI Image Generator
Rachel S.

Norfolk, Virginia

$75/hr
5.0
26 jobs

Finding the perfect way to creatively capture your brand or personality through stunning imagery is my favorite part of the job! I love the challenge of making each image unique, and combining my expertise in lighting, styling, color usage, and retouching to make each photo truly eye-grabbing and breath-taking. With over 10 years professional experience in photography and retouching, and a bachelor's degree of specific training within the field, you can rest assured that the images we create together will have top tier quality. Photography services I offer: + Amazon, Etsy, and Shopify listing photos (white background and lifestyle) + Branding and advertising imagery + Website and social media content + Portraits - Seniors - Newborns & Children - Couples & Engagements - Creative & Model portfolio images Retouching services I offer: + Beauty / Skin Retouching + Color, Lighting, & Perspective Adjustments + E-Commerce Background Removal + Product Retouching/Editing + Addition of Shadows and Reflections + Compositing

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Photo Editing
  • Product Photography
  • JPG
  • Photo Retouching
  • Studio Photography
  • Outdoor Lifestyle Photography
  • Model Photography
  • Social Media Content
  • Portrait Art
Emma G.

Virginia Beach, Virginia

$28/hr
4.6
120 jobs

I am a digital creator from Virginia Beach, VA. I specialize in content creation for small businesses and personal brands. I make video reviews of products and services, lifestyle, and product photography, TikTok, and reel UGC content, I provide graphic design services like logos, flyers, and ads. I am very excited to find creative projects here on Upwork. My passion is in making products for people that can create value in achieving their business goals.

  • Photography
  • Event Photography
  • Product Photography
  • Business Card Design
  • Flyer Design
  • Fine Art
  • Social Media Management
  • Menu Design
  • Video Production
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Video Editing
  • Testimonial Video
Sarah C.

Reston, Virginia

$50/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I have been a photographer, UGC Content Creator, and Spokesperson for multiple brands and companies, including government/military companies. Providing high quality images and videos to give visual aide to support projects. Within my personal hobbies, I'm a travel photographer who photographs the food, attractions, and special events of the cities I visit (IG @camera.eye.5120). I'm addition, i have the following skills: - Great team player - Fast learner - Approximately 10 years of photography experience - Experience using photo/video editing software (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, etc.) - Great communication, multi-task, and organizational skills - Knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.) - Can provide creative vision, technical skills, and operational support - Willingness to travel (Above 75%) - Content creation experience and video production experience - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other platforms such as Adobe and Canva - Can easily adjust to change quickly - Can operate drone (DJI Mini 2) and GoPro (Hero10 Black) -On-Camera experience, memorizing lines, speaking in a natural tone DISCLAIMER: The following are a list of concepts I DON'T photograph and/or generate content for. Thing's related to: Alcohol Cigarettes/ Vapes Political Movements Religious Mockery/Blasphemy AI Applications and Services

  • Photography
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Fine Art
  • Video Editing
  • Creative Direction
  • Data Entry
  • Film & Video
  • Microsoft Office
  • Photographic
  • Data Collection
  • Management Skills
  • Travel Photography
  • Videography
  • Content Creation
  • UGC
Danielle M.

Catawba, Virginia

$200/hr
5.0
70 jobs

I'm Danielle Moore, a graduate-trained nutritionist, recipe developer, and food photographer/videographer with 13+ years of experience creating high-quality content for food brands, CPG companies, cookbooks, and major publications. I operate Sunday Bacon Kitchen — a fully remote, state-of-the-art kitchen studio built specifically for professional food content production. That means you get agency-quality results without agency overhead, delivered efficiently and on your timeline. What I Do: Recipe Development — Original, tested recipes developed from concept to camera-ready. I specialize in health-focused and restricted diets including gluten-free, paleo, keto, dairy-free, and vegan. My recipes have been published in bestselling cookbooks and featured by major food media brands. Food Photography — Hero shots, lifestyle photography, step-by-step process images, and product photography. Every shoot is styled, lit, and delivered to fit your brand's personality. Short-Form Video — Edited, color-graded food and product videos for your website and social media. Delivered ready to post. Full Content Packages — Recipe development, photography, and video delivered as one cohesive package — everything your brand needs from one person. Clients I've worked with include: Better Homes & Gardens · The Spruce Eats · Taste of Home · The Fresh Market · South Beach Diet · Hail Merry · Yummly · and more. I deliver organized, publication-ready files on a clear timeline. One point of contact. No coordination overhead. Content that makes people hungry. 📩 Let's talk about your project.

  • Photography
  • Nutrition
  • Graphic Design
  • Cooking
  • Food & Beverage
  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Blog Writing
  • Blog Development
  • Recipe Development
  • Recipe Writing
Peter F.

Leesburg, Virginia

$150/hr
5.0
197 jobs

Professional commercial photographer with over 25 years experience specializing in on white and lifestyle product photography. Extensive experience creating and editing compelling images for Amazon sellers, e-commerce, and print media. A little bit about me - I'm all about products. I don't specialize in babies, pets or high school seniors, though I can produce engaging images of those subjects if asked to. I've photographed for large brick and mortar retailers as well as small web based businesses. I've shot everything from furniture on location in mansions to diamond stud earrings on beautiful models to T-shirts on white seamless. Photography is not a "hobby", it's what I do. Whether it be on white or lifestyle shots that you need, my experience, attention to detail and professionalism guarantees you'll pleased with the results. I look forward to working with you

  • Photography
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Commercial Photography
  • Digital Photography
  • Event Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Product Photography
  • White Background Photography
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Portrait Art
  • Adobe Lightroom

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