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Ana T.

Brooklyn, New York

$50/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I’m Ana, a graphic designer and illustrator with a background in web development and product management. I bring both creative vision and strategic problem-solving to every project, designing visuals that are not only beautiful but also effective. Over the past few years, I’ve designed for clients ranging from fashion and lifestyle brands to transit systems and travel companies, producing work that spans branding, editorial design, custom illustrations, digital content, and print collateral. What sets me apart is my ability to: • Translate complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals • Balance creativity with functionality (informed by my product management background) • Adapt to diverse industries while keeping brand consistency at the center Whether you need a refined brand identity, illustration pack, or social media visuals that elevate your presence, I’ll deliver polished, strategic design tailored to your audience. Let’s collaborate to bring your ideas to life.

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Typography
  • Layout Design
  • Illustration
  • Brand Design
  • Color Theory
  • Print Design
  • Photography
  • Image Editing
  • Figma
  • Sketch
Maeve M.

New York City, New York

$50/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Creative graphic designer with 4+ years of experience developing impactful visual identities, digital experiences and written content for businesses that range from entrepreneurial ventures through the Fortune 200 in industries that include entertainment, technology, food, sustainability, and supply chain/transportation. Expertise in brand and logo development, website and UI/UX design, social media campaigns, promotional video, collateral, proposals and decks, trade show promotions, newsletters, technology training materials and graphic standards compliance. Proven track record of delivering high-quality projects that drive user engagement and quantifiable results. Digital proficiencies include Adobe Creative Suites Illustrator (Photoshop, InDesign, Premier, Acrobat), Figma, Storylane, Canva/Visme, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Google Suite, AWS image management (server S3 bucket), HTML/CSS, Wordpress. DESIGN SPECIALIZATION • Brand Identity • Typography • Print Design • Digital Marketing • Social Media Branding and Campaigns • Presentations and Proposal design • Decks • Training Materials TECHNICAL SKILLS • HTML/CSS • WordPress and Wix • UI/UX Design • Video Production •. Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) • Content Creation (copywriting, copy editing) • Claude and Chat GTP GRAPHIC SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE • Adobe Creative SuiteS (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premier Pro) • Figma • Visme/Canva • Storylane PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Client Communication • Team Collaboration • Creative Direction • Time Management OTHER •. Illustration and Painting •. Fiber Arts (fabric design, fabric painting)

  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Design
  • Animation
  • Business Presentation
  • Presentation Design
  • Presentations
  • Brand Development
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Branding
  • Training Materials
  • Marketing Collateral Development
  • WordPress Website Design
  • Logo Design
  • Landing Page Design
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
Drew L.

New York, New York

$50/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Drew Lotter is a graphic designer, digital artist, and creative based in New York City. He currently works at AKA NYC, an award-winning marketing and creative agency, as a graphic and motion designer. Since starting in the Broadway industry at just 21, Drew has contributed to over 50 Broadway productions and 30 touring, regional, and Off-Broadway shows. His talents and skills include graphic design, motion design, website and logo design, brand development, and video editing, combining creative range with strategic precision. Drew’s work centers on clear, effective storytelling—finding bold, distinctive ways to cut through a crowded, digital-first space. He brings a focused, detail-driven approach, prioritizing execution, collaboration, and results. Originally from New Jersey, Drew’s lifelong connection to the theater shapes his work ethic and perspective. Known for clear communication and fast turnarounds, at the end of the day, Drew produces work that is visually compelling—designed with purpose, intention, and results you can count on.

  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Design
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Creative Direction
  • Motion Graphics
  • Typography
  • Video Editing
  • Website Builder
  • Brand Design
  • Branding
  • Theatre Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe After Effects
Mansi D.

Deer Park, New York

$30/hr
4.6
312 jobs

I am a full-stack digital growth specialist with 10+ years of experience helping businesses build, optimize, and scale their online presence. I combine website development, SEO, AI search optimization, content, social media, and paid advertising to deliver measurable results—traffic, leads, and revenue growth. 🔹 Website Development & Management • WordPress, Shopify, Wix (setup & customization) • Responsive design & speed optimization • E-commerce setup & payment integration • SEO-friendly structure & performance optimization • Ongoing maintenance & updates 🔹 SEO & AI Search Optimization • Technical SEO (audits, indexing, Core Web Vitals) • On-Page SEO (keywords, meta, internal linking) • Off-Page SEO (link building & authority growth) • AI SEO / AEO (schema, FAQ, structured content, entity SEO) • Google Analytics & Search Console setup 🔹 Content Writing & Blogging • SEO-optimized blogs, articles & website content • Conversion-focused landing pages & product descriptions • Content strategy aligned with SEO + AI visibility 🔹 Social Media & Creatives • Content planning, posting & engagement strategy • Graphics, reels & branded creatives • Audience growth & performance optimization 🔹 Paid Advertising (Google & Social Ads) • Google Ads (Search, Display, YouTube, Remarketing) • Facebook & Instagram Ads (funnels, targeting, retargeting) • Campaign optimization for higher ROI & lower CPC • Conversion tracking & performance analysis 🔹 Why Work With Me ✔ Full-stack expertise (website + SEO + ads + content) ✔ 10+ years of hands-on experience ✔ Data-driven, ROI-focused strategies ✔ Clean, white-hat practices ✔ Clear communication & reporting I provide end-to-end digital solutions, so everything works together—website, SEO, content, and ads—for maximum growth. Let’s build and scale your online presence 🚀

  • Creative Writing
  • Content SEO
  • Technical SEO
  • Page Speed Optimization
  • Shopify SEO
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Ecommerce Website
  • On-Page SEO
  • Shopify
  • WordPress Development
  • Local SEO
  • WordPress SEO Plugin
  • WordPress
Nelson S.

New York, New York

$17/hr
4.9
15 jobs

I'm here to fulfill/solve any clients needs/goals/obstacles for any business to prosper. I pride myself in giving fast timely results without sacrificing high quality. I want to make sure all my clients are satisfied with the finished product when collaborating with them. I have 15 years plus of extensive experience in graphic design, sales, print on demand, brand creation, advertising and social media content creation. I've also honed my skills using Meta , Instagram, Google, Tik Tok and YouTube to create engaging posts for any brand to gain traffic/recognition. I worked with prominent brands in the US as well and helped them grow an audience/ gain visibility. Im big on communication and highly responsive . I am here to solve a need and will listen carefully to what you envision. I want to make any endeavor as seamless as possible for you and take on the work you’re having trouble with/ don't have time to do yourself. I hope i can apply my creative skills and make something amazing together!

  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Brand Design
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Logo Design
  • Mascot Logo
  • Poster Design
  • Flyer Design
  • Business Card
  • Business Card Design
  • Clothing & Merchandise Design
  • Printful
  • Print-on-Demand
Md I.

Queens County, New York

$30/hr
4.7
94 jobs

✅ Completed Various Mock Up, Branding and Motion Graphics Projects on Upwork. ✅ STAGGERING Job Success Rate Consistently. ✅ TOP-RATED PROVIDER on Upwork Since 2019. ✅ Maintain Excellent Feedback From Clients. Graphic I Mockup l Motion l Social Media Designer I’m a fast-minded, creative problem solver that thinks outside the box. I’ve been in a brand management position for several large companies around the Australia and Bangladesh. I love challenges and my creativity and flexibility experience guarantees that every aspect to your total satisfaction will be managed. Checkout My Profile at: behance.net/dislam # Has extensive knowledge of graphic fundamentals, print and web capabilities and a superior understanding of marketing and advertising principles. # Developing design concepts to meet a company’s marketing objectives and advance the company’s brand. # Oversee consumer, retailer, and wholesaler promotions. Art director to discuss client requirements, preliminary layouts and necessary revisions. Prepare all final electronic mechanical files. Create mock-ups for client presentations. Proactively identify and solve potential issues within assigned projects. Enter time on a daily basis. Arrive reliably and on time. Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of teams. Strong Photoshop skills. Strong design portfolio. Knowledge of MAC operating system, Adobe Suite and Microsoft PowerPoint. 10 years’ relevant experience.

  • Social Media Advertising
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Packaging Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • 3D Mockup
  • Mockup
  • Photo Editing
  • Creative Direction
  • Advertising
  • Image Editing
  • 3D Design
  • Artificial Intelligence

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