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New to Upwork | Eager to provide design services | Bachelor's in industrial design. - Focused on turning ideas into manufacturable products - Skilled in CAD modeling and design iteration from concept to prototype - Experience with product development, mechanical thinking, and design for manufacturing (DFM) - Strong focus on usability, aesthetics, and real-world function - Comfortable working across consumer products - Clear communicator who works iteratively to meet project goals efficiently

As a versatile freelancer, I bring exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and a knack for providing actionable insights. My experience spans product evaluation, app testing, and mystery shopping, working with businesses to enhance user experience and optimize services. Why Choose Me? Reliability: Always meet deadlines and deliver top-notch work. Strong Communication: Clear and concise in reporting findings and addressing client needs. Diverse Skill Set: Experience in product evaluation, survey participation, app testing, and design critique. Collaborative: A proven team player, dedicated to exceeding client expectations. If you’re looking for someone who can offer meaningful insights and quality results, I’d love to collaborate on your next project! Let’s bring your vision to life.

High-end photorealistic 3D product rendering for hardware brands, manufacturers, inventors, and product teams that need photorealistic CAD-based renders for launches, e-commerce, investor pitches, digital twins and retail rollouts. Your product visuals are your silent sales team. If they aren't closing deals, they’re dragging down your growth. A hardware security brand recently swapped their product photography for my renders. Same product, same page. Pre-orders surged 45% because the visuals established a level of physical trust that traditional photos couldn't reach. I specialize in high-stakes milestones like pre-orders, investor pitches, and retail rollouts where a "yes" hinges entirely on visual credibility. My clients hire me to bridge the gap between a product's true potential and a presentation that is falling short. I don’t just process the CAD files you hand me. I engineer the logic of the sale. If your materials, lighting, or composition aren’t moving the needle, I’ll design the presentation that will. I'm a strong fit if you need: • A 3D visualization expert for a physical product • Photorealistic product renders from CAD, STEP, STL, OBJ, FBX, or reference images • Premium e-commerce or Amazon product images • KeyShot product rendering and material/lighting refinement • Product launch visuals or investor presentation renders • Consumer product, industrial product, packaging, furniture, or hard-surface product visualization • 360 product turntables or simple product animations If the stakes are high and the visuals have to be perfect, reach out and we'll discuss if your project is the right fit.

🔥 TOP 3% Upwork 🚀 TOP 1% Mechanical Engineering and Product Development 🚀 TOP 5% System Intergration Summary: I help startups, entrepreneurs, and established companies bring their physical product ideas to life — from a napkin sketch to a market-ready product — through elite Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, and Prototyping services, without the typical manufacturing headaches or communication gaps. I operate through arshop LLC, a registered LLC, which allows clients to work with a structured engineering practice rather than an informal solo freelancer. This means clear project scope, professional documentation, organized billing, and a more reliable process for product development, prototyping, and manufacturing support. 🔹 100+ products designed, prototyped, and launched 🔹 $10M+ in collective client product revenues 🔹 Products accepted by REI, used in aerospace, consumer electronics, and robotics 🗣 "Viktor is the secret weapon behind our hardware product success — his expertise saved us months of trial and error. Best mechanical engineer I’ve worked with." 👉 If this sounds like what you need, invite me to your job to schedule a free discovery call. Why Clients Choose Me: 🚀 ex.Meta, Amazon, Toyota — precision engineering meets real-world manufacturing 🔩 Full-stack expertise: Mechanical, Electromechanical, Robotics, Prototyping 📈 Strategic thinker: I don’t just build — I help optimize for cost, scale, and aesthetics 🛠️ Direct supplier connections: I can guide you from CAD to factory floor 🏢 Registered LLC —arshop LLC, structured engineering practice with professional project management, documentation 👉 Invite me to your job to book a free discovery call. Services & Solutions: ✅ End-to-End Product Development — from napkin sketch to mass production ✅ Product Design, Industrial Design, Concept Design, Mechanical Design, Electronic Design, Engineering Design ✅ Mechanical Engineering & Electromechanical Systems: actuators, sensors, control systems ✅ Advanced Product Roadmap & Product Management — from MVP to scalable products ✅ 3D Design, 3D Modeling, 3D Rendering, 3D Texturing, Visualization for Pitch Decks & Marketing ✅ Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), DFx: optimizing for cost, reliability, and scalability ✅ Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Structural & Thermal Simulation for durability and performance ✅ Rapid Prototyping: 3D Printing, CNC Machining, Sheet Metal, Welding, Injection Mold Design, fabrication ✅ PCB Design: Circuit Design, Mechatronics PCB, High-speed Digital & RF PCB Design ✅ Embedded Systems: Microcontroller Programming, Embedded System 3D Modeling, Raspberry Pi, Arduino ✅ Electronics Prototyping & Low-volume Manufacturing ✅ CAD Modeling, Drafting, Technical Documentation (Autodesk AutoCAD, Fusion 360, SolidWorks) ✅ Robotics & Automation Solutions: Industrial Robotics, Custom End Effectors, Industrial Design Robotics Engineering ✅ Aerospace-grade Engineering: precision tolerances, lightweight structures ✅ Consumer Electronics & IoT Device Development ✅ Retail & Consumer Goods, Sports & Recreation Equipment Design (incl. Footwear Design) ✅ Manufacturing Consulting: supply chain optimization, Design Transfer to Factory, Capital Equipment Evaluation ✅ Operations Management Software integration for production scaling ✅ Quality Control Process Design, Reliability Testing, HALT/HASS methodologies ✅ Sustainability Consulting: Design for Repair, Modular Design, Materials Optimization Tech Stack: SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion 360, Autodesk AutoCAD, DraftSight CAD & CAM software suites (Printer Automation Experience CAD & CAM Software) FEA Tools: ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, Fusion 360 Simulation PCB Design Tools: Altium Designer, KiCad, Eagle PCB Embedded Development Platforms: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, STM32 Programming: C/C++, Python (for automation and prototyping), MicroPython 3D Printing: SLA, SLS, FDM technologies CNC Machining (multi-axis), Sheet Metal Fabrication, Injection Molding workflows 3D Rendering & Visualization: Blender, KeyShot Prototyping labs network in US & Asia for fast iteration Supply Chain & Manufacturing Management: Factory Collaboration Platforms Quality & Reliability Tools: ISO standards application, DFMEA, PFMEA Operations Management Software: Odoo, Katana MRP Collaboration Tools: Notion, Slack, Trello, ClickUp Supplier Network in the US and Asia 👉 Invite me to your job to schedule a FREE discovery call and let’s make your product a success.

My name is Mark Hazel, a TOP RATED UPWORK FREELANCER and certified graphic designer with over 25 years of experience delivering branding and packaging designs that elevate brand value and drive consumer engagement. HOW I CAN HELP • 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 Craft distinctive logos and cohesive brand identities that resonate with your target audience and communicate your market presence. • 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 Create targeted, consumer-focused labels and packaging designs that communicate your product’s story and drive sales. • 𝐑𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 Revitalize your brand with strategic rebranding and compelling visual narratives that strengthen brand value. Every product has a story to tell. • 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 & 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 Deliver precise, print-ready packaging files to ensure accurate production and timely market launch. • 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 Provide expert guidance from concept through execution to align your brand design and creative with your business goals. WHAT CLIENTS SAY ❝ It has been an absolute pleasure working with Mark Hazel. The clear and effective communication, timely task completion, and quick responses to questions or requests have made the entire process seamless. Dedication and attention to detail are evident in the consistently high-quality work. I would be more than happy to collaborate again in the future and confidently recommend Mark Hazel for exceptional reliability and professionalism. ❞ – Eliane B. ❝ Mark is not only an amazing designer but he has so much knowledge when it comes to different packaging materials and options. He's a great collaborator and I've really enjoyed working with him! ❞ – Client ❝ Mark is a top level marketing and graphic design guru that is my go to guy when I am branding a product. He has a great instinct ... if I was able he would be my full time employee ❞ – Chris D. LET'S BRING YOUR BRAND TO LIFE Need expert branding and packaging design that elevates your product? 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗽𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 and let’s chat. I typically respond within 6 hours. TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 • Adobe Creative Suite • Strata Design 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 • Packaging Design • Concept Ideation • Logo Design • Illustration • Print Design • Prepress 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 • Brand Identity • Brand Positioning • Visual Storytelling • Rebranding • Visual Communication 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 • Consumer Packaged Goods • Beauty & Personal Care • Health & Wellness • Food & Beverage 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 • Art Direction • Creative Management • Client Collaboration 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 • Upwork Skill Certification - Graphic Design • Member of Institute of Packaging Professionals • Member of American Institute of Graphic Arts Packaging Design, Brand Identity, Branding, Label Design, Graphic Design, Product Packaging, Logo Design, Visual Communication, Art Direction, Consumer Packaged Goods