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  • $100 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (20 jobs)
    I believe that understanding design and products comes down to understanding people and the marketplace. As an empathetic designer, my goal is to fully listen to your vision and work beside you to make it a reality through research, design, prototyping, design for manufacturing, business strategy and assistance with sourcing of a manufacturing partner. I am an experienced Mechanical Engineer and designer who has worked in numerous product design consultancies working across various industries including medical devices, consumer, furniture, toys, kitchenware, outdoor and foodservice, etc. I specialize in mechanism design and prototyping concepts with an eye towards manufacturing. I am also able to render your product for marketing materials and create engineering drawings for manufacturing. Additionally, I work out of mHubchicago.com, which provides me access to a number of tools that will be used to prototype, test and possibly produce a short run of your product. I am excited to assist you with your vision! Skills include prototyping, design for manufacturing, CAD, renderings and 2D engineering drawings. CAD Design 3D Modeling Rendering Design for 3D Printing Mechanical Design Design for Manufacture Fusion360 Solidworks Manufacturing Product Design Prototyping Business Development
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Design for Manufacturing
    Visualization
    Design Writing
    Mechanical Engineering
    Concept Development
    3D Printing
    Mechanical Design
    Product Design
    Product Development
    Adobe Photoshop
    3D Modeling
    Prototyping
    SolidWorks
    3D Design
  • $35 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (18 jobs)
    🥇 Software: Figma,MIro I am full-time UI/UX Specialist that creates fully responsive websites, landing pages, web applications, (SaaS products and dashboards), mobile apps and interactive UX prototypes for companies and causes of all shapes from all over the world. ⚡️ ⚡️ ⚡️ I specialize in guiding clients through the design process of digital products, by doing Idea Research, UX Expert Review, Sketching Wireframes and creating Interactive Prototypes (with a focus on UI and UX best practices) and manage a project based on that.⚡️ ⚡️ ⚡️ MY EXPERTISE SKILLS ––––––––––––––––––––– 🔹 Websites 🔹 UI/UX Design 🔹 Web Application/SaaS Product & Dashboard Design 🔹 Mobile Design for iOS & Android 🔹 Landing Pages (Conversion Orientated) 🔹 Interactive Prototypes 🔹 Visual Identity/Brands/Ads I am deeply involved in all of my projects, always available on Slack, Telegram, Skype, Trello and many other platforms for ongoing communications and a healthy project development. I’d love to hear more about what would make our cooperation mutual success and explore if we’d be a good fit to work together.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Design Writing
    UX & UI
    Web Design
    User Interface Design
    Wireframe & Prototyping Software
    Software Design
    Prototyping
    Graphic Design
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Mobile UI Design
    Figma
    Mockup
    Responsive Design
    Wireframing
  • $55 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (11 jobs)
    Before I started freelancing in 2023, I spent over 5 years as a mechanical engineer in the industrial automation industry. During that time, I accumulated more 5000 hours of SolidWorks CAD experience, and designed custom, multi-million-dollar manufacturing systems for some of the world's largest automotive and consumer product companies. I excel at, and enjoy, turning ideas into working prototypes. Besides mechanical design, my skill set includes 3D printing, electronics prototyping, and web development. I'm a clear communicator and a creative problem solver who's always looking for a new challenge.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    CAD & CAM Software
    Automation
    Robotics
    Machine Design
    3D Design
    3D Printer
    Mechanical Engineering
    Design for Manufacturing
    CAD
    Product Design
    Mechanical Design
    3D Modeling
    3D Printing
    SolidWorks
    Prototyping
  • $35 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    With over 8 years of experience in web design, graphic design, and digital marketing, I specialize in creating visually striking, user-friendly websites that follow modern UI/UX principles. I blend creativity with strategy to deliver polished designs that not only look great but also drive measurable results. Visit My Site @jhavian.com 💻 💡 Tools & Expertise: ✔ Web Design ✔ UI/UX Design ✔ Figma ✔️ Adobe Photoshop ✔ Responsive Design ✔ Branding ✔ SEO ✔ Email Marketing I’m passionate about my craft and committed to perfecting every detail. My goal is to deliver high-quality work quickly without compromising creativity or performance. Whether you need a brand-new website, a redesign, or compelling brand visuals, I’m here to bring your vision to life. I pride myself on being collaborative, communicative, and responsive, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable process from start to finish. Let’s work together to create something bold, engaging, and impactful for your business! 📩 Let’s chat! Send me a message to discuss your project.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Ecommerce Website Development
    Landing Page Design
    Responsive Design
    Prototyping
    Wireframing
    WooCommerce
    Logo Design
    CSS
    Graphic Design
    Figma
    Brand Design
    UX & UI
    Divi
    WordPress
    Web Design
  • $55 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (22 jobs)
    I'm a UX/UI designer with seven years of experience crafting beautiful, functional, and user-friendly web and mobile apps. I excel at solving complex problems through innovative design and am dedicated to enhancing user experiences. Accessibility is a core value in my work. I ensure my designs are inclusive by using high-contrast colors, providing alternative text for images, and ensuring all content is keyboard-accessible. Proficient in tools like Figma, Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InVision, I bring both creativity and technical expertise to every project. I am passionate about staying updated with the latest design trends and continuously improving my skills. If you need a UX/UI designer who prioritizes great user experiences and accessibility, let’s connect and explore how we can collaborate.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    High Fidelity Design
    Recommendations Markup
    Style Guide
    Prototyping
    Figma
    Management Skills
    User Experience Design
    User Interface Design
    Adobe XD
    UX Research
    GitHub
    HTML5
    CSS
    Front-End Development
  • $125 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (9 jobs)
    With extensive experience in CNC manufacturing, programming, and rapid prototyping, I provide specialized consulting to clients aiming to optimize production workflows, enhance part quality, and shorten project timelines. As a prototype engineer with hands-on expertise in both FDM and precision CNC machining, I deliver efficient, scalable solutions that support projects from prototype through production. Core Skills and Competencies: - CNC Machinery: Expert in 3-axis to 5-axis milling machines - CAD/CAM Software: Skilled in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, and HyperMILL - CNC Controls: Proficient with Fanuc and Heidenhain systems - Process Optimization: Specializing in turnkey solutions, customer process improvements, and cycle-time reduction - Technical Support: Providing on-site support and remote assistance, including phone consultations - Probe Applications & Systems: Expertise in probe programming for high-precision measurements - Custom Programming: Skilled in variable (macro) programming and custom G/M code creation Industry Experience: I have delivered results across a range of manufacturing sectors, including aerospace, energy, automotive, tool and die, and both job shops and production shops. In-House Capabilities: - Design and Prototyping: Using Fusion 360 for design and CAM integration - CNC Machining: Precision 3+2 milling for complex parts - 3D Printing: Rapid prototyping with in-house 3D printing capabilities Let’s Work Together: Whether you're developing a new product or refining an existing process, I offer tailored CNC and prototyping solutions to fit your goals. Let’s collaborate to elevate your project with expert support and efficient manufacturing solutions.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Functional Prototype
    Manufacturing & Storage
    Manufacturing Engineering
    3D Printing
    Design for Manufacturing
    Autodesk Fusion 360
    Manufacturing & Construction
    Manufacturing
    Process Improvement
    CNC Programming
    Rapid Prototyping
    SolidWorks
    Prototyping
    Contract Manufacturing
  • $65 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (13 jobs)
    10+ years of unique, valuable experience across go-to-market strategy and execution, revops, digital marketing, product management, and marketing & product design. Proven strategist with a strong focus on creativity and collaboration, driving product adoption and revenue growth at B2B SaaS startups.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Product Marketing
    CRM Automation
    HubSpot
    WordPress
    Squarespace
    Wix
    Data Visualization
    UX & UI
    Adobe InDesign
    Data Analysis
    UX Research
    Wireframing
    Balsamiq
    Figma
    Prototyping
  • $42 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Industrial designer with 9 years of experience, with CNC and woodworking skills ready to help you develop your project Focus on other things you probably consider more important knowing you are going to receive a well-made job from my part. Contact me for more information
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Prototyping
    Design Thinking
    Autodesk Inventor
    CAD & CAM Software
    3D Modeling
    Product Design
    Autodesk Fusion 360
    Sketching
    3D Design
    Industrial Design
    3D Rendering
    Logo Design
  • $100 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Background in mechanical engineering. Experience from a previous job with market research and testing for performance benchmarking , noise, and vibration. Also spent time working as a manufacturing engineer making sheet metal parts for large contractors. Currently working as an Engineering Contractor at a startup incubator called mHub Chicago, specializing in product development. Can do just about everything in Solidworks and have easy access to a machine shop, 3d printers, etc for prototyping, product development, as well as limited production. I'll be posting screenshots and pictures of my projects as time goes on, but I'm limited as far as what I can show since many projects are under an NDA.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Manufacturing
    Sheet Metal
    Prototyping
    Microsoft Excel
    Market Research
    Engineering Simulation
    Test Results & Analysis
    Product Development
    3D Printing
    Mechanical Engineering
    SolidWorks
  • $111 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Designing, dreaming, and developing a better world. Let’s create it together. With over 10 years of experience as a UX/UI Designer, I specialize in building intuitive, visually compelling, and high-impact digital experiences. Leading the way in developing strategies and designing products and features from discovery through wireframing to final design, I ensure that each solution is both user-centered and aligned with business objectives. Collaboration is at the heart of this process, ensuring that the solutions we create resonate deeply with your audience and advance your goals. Key Expertise: UX & UI design, UX/UI audits, research, responsive design, wire-framing, prototyping, design systems, mockups, interaction design, visual design, and brand design Software: Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Cloud, Jira Partial Client list: apple, united, ulta, madison-reed, west elm, stella & dot
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Brand Strategy
    Storytelling
    Content Writing
    Creative Direction
    Website Redesign
    User Flow
    Prototyping
    Wireframing
    Competitive Analysis
    Research Methods
    UserTesting
    Usability Testing
    User Interface Design
    User Experience Design
    Product Design
  • $26 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a Designer who speaks Product. With 7 years of experience building products as a Product Designer and Product Manager at fintech companies including Robinhood, I know what it takes to ship impactful products. What sets me apart from other designers is my background as a product manager, which helps me think deeply about the business and user impact of every design. I've helped build products that let 10 million investors connect with companies they invest in, 3X’ed conversion rates in an application flow, and made it 42% easier to trade one-of-a-kind alternative assets. "What stood out was Jacob's background as both a product manager and designer, which allowed him to approach my project with the perfect blend of operational rigor and design expertise. He took the time to really understand my business and my customers, and his final design was a wonderful combination of my vision, my customers' perspective, and his own ideas. What impressed me most about his work was his keen eye for detail – everything from the overall page design down to the button colors was intentional and thoughtful. He was never afraid to respectfully challenge me, which is not an easy thing to do when working directly with an owner." -Freelance client and business owner As a product designer, I've designed apps and websites for mobile and desktop around themes like AI, music, and finance. As a product manager, I've shipped web and iOS products that delivered real, measurable customer value. I've owned and shipped APIs, user flows for customer acquisition and activation, data analytics dashboards, and more.
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Prototyping
    A/B Testing
    User Interface Design
    UX Research
    Data Analysis
    Product Discovery
    Product Analytics
    iPhone UI Design
    Mobile UI Design
    Web Design
    Information Architecture
    Figma
    UX & UI Design
    UX & UI
    Product Design
  • $85 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a Senior UX Product Designer. I have over 15 years experience designing websites and mobile applications. I am also experienced in building Responsive Websites, Custom Wordpress Themes, eCommerce sites, Responsive HTML Emails, Social Media Strategy, and much more. I'm very flexible with my working hours and am very comfortable working with any other freelancers you may be working with. I look forward to working with you!
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Adobe InDesign
    jQuery
    Prototyping
    UX Research
    JavaScript
    Product Design
    UX & UI
    Framer
    Figma
    PSD to HTML
    Adobe Photoshop
    HTML
    WordPress
    CSS
    Adobe Illustrator
  • $25 hourly
    • 4.2/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I'm a UX/UI designer with high empathy and experience in creating wireframe and interface for websites and applications. My goal is to design and create products that would manifest a good relationship between your company and your users. I am experienced in Sketch and InVision. I am actively learning HTML and CSS, JavaScript and React.js. Personally, testing and receiving feedback is a large part of great results!
    Featured Skill Prototype
    Adobe Photoshop
    Prototyping
    Style Guide
    Adobe Illustrator
    Sketch
    InVision
    Wireframing
    Usability Testing
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