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Mark Joseph C.

Sendai, Japan

$8/hr
4.7
10 jobs

Hello, I'm Mark! Let's strive together! I'm a graphic designer experienced in designing websites, logos, videos, product marketing, and using software such as Photoshop, Figma, and Sketchup. My goal is to deliver tasks efficiently. Your goal is my goal. Skills and Experiences: • Adaptive • Quick Learner • Efficient Problem Solver • Great Communication • Flexible • Attentive to details • Web Design • Microsoft • Google • Outlook • Figma • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe • AutoCAD • Sketchup • Banner creation • Landing Page (LP) • Logo creation • Merchandise and Apparel • T-shirt designs and sewing patterns • Posters and advertisements • Brochures and flyers Rate is negotiable .

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Data Entry
  • General Transcription
  • Facebook Marketplace
  • Market Research
  • Academic Research
  • Company Research
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Figma
  • Canva
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • WordPress
  • Web Design
Helen L.

Tokyo, Japan

$90/hr
4.7
46 jobs

Graduate Graphic Designer with a strong passion and expertise in 2D & 3D illustration, character design, digital painting, vector art, photo editing, image creation using Photoshop, animation, branding, and overall graphic design. I am driven by challenges that allow me to grow and showcase my skills, always prioritizing creativity, innovation, and excellence. My goal is to deliver impactful, high-quality solutions that exceed expectations and add value to every project—present and future.

  • Sketching
  • Editorial Design
  • Vector Graphic
  • Logo Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Character Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Icon Design
  • Illustration
  • Drawing
  • Freestyle Drawing
  • Digital Illustration
  • Brand Marketing
Sharon S.

Tokyo, Japan

$25/hr
5.0
75 jobs

Hi! I’m Sharon, an architect and graphic designer specializing in book and journal interior design—helping authors, coaches, and creatives bring their publishing projects to life with print-ready results and elegant, cohesive layouts. I provide complete design and publishing support, including: 🎨 Interior layout design & formatting (journals, planners, workbooks, and more) 🖋️ Cover design & formatting for paperback or hardcover 📦 KDP & IngramSpark upload assistance — ensuring smooth, error-free publishing 📚 eBook conversions that retain formatting consistency 🔧 Print troubleshooting & layout fixes to meet POD standards Every file you receive will be: ✅ Print-ready and upload-approved ⚡ Delivered on time with responsive communication 🎯 Polished to match your brand and reader experience goals Whether you’re launching your first guided journal or publishing a full series, I help make the design and upload process seamless—so you can focus on your message while I handle the production details. 🛠️ Tools I use: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva, Figma, Affinity Designer 💬 Let’s collaborate to create something professional, beautiful, and ready to publish :)

  • Graphic Design
  • Architecture
  • Book Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Copywriting
  • Illustration
  • Flyer Design
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Figma
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Canva
Kana M.

Setagaya, Japan

$30/hr
4.9
71 jobs

A versatile cartoonist specialising in various styles: Disney, anime, caricature, flat - anything of your choosing. Have experience in drawing: - people - animals - anthro Did character designs for card games, merchandises, figures, and toys.

  • Cartoon Art
  • Comics
  • Drawing
  • Digital Illustration
  • Manga
  • Colorful Style
  • Digital Painting
  • Chibi Style
  • Character Design
  • Comic Art
  • Digital Art
  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Animated GIF
Yoko M.

Kyoto, Japan

$65/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I create clean, distinctive logos, wordmarks, and brand identities shaped by Japanese aesthetics, balance, and long-term usability. A strong fit for founders and growing brands looking for clear, strategic, and refined design. I help brands build not only logos, but complete identity systems designed to work across packaging, print, and digital environments. With over 25 years of experience, I combine structured visual thinking with cultural depth to create identities that feel modern, authentic, and quietly memorable. My work is especially suited for lifestyle, wellness, hospitality, and premium brands that value clarity, quiet beauty, and lasting design. What I offer: – logo design – wordmark design – brand identity systems – visual direction – typography and color direction My approach: – no templates – no AI-generated logos – carefully crafted design from concept to final execution If you are looking for a calm, distinctive, and culturally refined brand identity, I would be glad to discuss your project.

  • Logo Design
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Minimalist
  • Visual Identity
  • Pattern Design
  • Art Direction
  • Japanese
Yoko M.

Nasu-shiobara, Japan

$28/hr
4.9
162 jobs

I am a illustrator and designer who is easy to work with and loves a challenge. I have extensive experience in book illustration, cover design, logo and character creation and 2D game development. If you need someone who is responsive, creative, timely and professional, look no further. I look forward to hearing from you.

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Logo Design
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Book Cover

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