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Lordson E.

Newcastle, South Africa

$50/hr
5.0
29 jobs

Hi there! I'm a professional voiceover artist with over 4 years of experience providing rich, dynamic voiceovers for a wide range of projects. Whether you're looking for a voice for explainer videos, commercials, narrations, or any other type of project, I bring a strong, smooth, and clear voice to every recording. My extensive experience, combined with my ability to use top-notch audio programs like Adobe Audition and Audacity, guarantees high-quality results every time. I’m currently the voice behind an educational YouTube channel, where I've provided voiceovers for over 60 videos, each delivered with precision and attention to detail. My work is characterized by its fast delivery and impeccable sound quality. You won’t have to worry about unwanted noise or distractions in the background—just crystal-clear audio, free of echo and reverb. Why Choose Me? *Professional Programs: Skilled in Adobe Audition and Audacity, ensuring every recording is edited with expert precision. *Fast Turnaround: I provide a 12-hour delivery time, ensuring your project is ready to go as soon as possible. *Crystal Clear Quality: Every voiceover I deliver is completely free from echo, reverb, or background noise. *Rich, Smooth Voice: My voice has been described as strong, rich, and smooth—perfect for a variety of projects. *Experience: 4+ years of voiceover experience, with over 60 completed videos for a YouTube explanation channel. *Reliable Availability: I am available to work 5 days a week, offering consistent communication and commitment to deadlines. I understand how important it is for your project to sound professional and polished, and I take great care to ensure that every voiceover I deliver exceeds expectations. Let me be the one to help bring your project to life with a voice that captures your audience's attention and delivers your message with clarity and impact. Feel free to reach out, I look forward to working with you.

  • Voice Acting
  • Voice Talent
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Voice-Over
  • Male Voice
  • Tutorial
  • Voice Recording
Magrieta M.

Witbank, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
12 jobs

Multi-skilled creative with experience in content writing, customer relations, and data analysis, currently branching out into technology through AI and coding. I am passionate about effective communication, women's empowerment, and creative problem solving. I thrive at the crossroads of storytelling and technology, having previously worked in freelance writing, marketing, and e-commerce.

  • Creative Writing
  • Proofreading
  • ChatGPT
  • English
  • Copy Editing
  • General Transcription
  • Data Entry
  • Content Writing
  • Translation
  • Data Analysis
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Automation
  • Email Marketing
  • Research Methods
Robyn V.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$50/hr
5.0
12 jobs

An inherent daydreamer, I find myself perfectly at home in the plains of imagination. The craft of translating the elusive visions of that world into reality has become my life's purpose. With words I have learnt to weave the threads of an idea into a quilt of stories that can be wrapped around oneself on a breezy eve or sat upon while contemplating the sea. My key skills include: - Creative Writing - Plot Development - Character Development - Screenwriting - Script Editing - Ghost Writing Whether on page or on screen, I have the skill to lead your story by the hand and discover its secrets.

  • Creative Writing
  • Screenplay
  • Short Story
  • Fiction
  • English
  • Children's Writing
  • Screenwriting
  • Concept Development
  • Synopsis Writing
  • Scriptwriting
  • Character Design
Donae P.

Cape Town, South Africa

$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hello there! Welcome to my Upwork profile! I'm a young and purpose-driven freelancer with a broad range of skills and experiences that I'm excited to share below. I value quality-over-quantity and believe I can bring a sprinkle of conscious magic to your projects! Transformational Coaching: My passion for personal deep growth and healing led me to become a Transformational coach. I believe that everyone deserves to feel like the creator of their own reality. I help growth-minded souls, who are feeling stuck, move from anxiety and contraction to conscious creation. I specialize in integrating body, mind and spirit so that you can embrace full alignment and move forward with confidence toward your vision and purpose. Skills: Clear, grounded communication Strong intuition & pattern recognition Quick root cause identification High emotional intelligence & presence Focus on long-term, sustainable transformation Emotionally safe and supportive coaching style Business development/ Entrepreneurship: With great joy and purpose I have been building my own coaching business from the ground up. I am extremely passionate about creating projects of purpose and solidity. So I have taught myself how to build a business that aligns with my vision and values of transformation. This has afforded me great strength, hard-work and patience. This journey has taught me that projects of true value take time and persistence. Being a business owner has brought me immense joy and fulfillment. Skills: Business strategy & planning Decision making and prioritisation Systems thinking Productivity & focus systems Growth mindset & resilience Accountability & follow-through Social Media Management & Content Creation: I have a proven track record in social media management and content creation. Whether it's crafting engaging posts, designing eye-catching graphics, or planning strategic campaigns, I have a keen eye for detail and resonance that i believe are crucial in making a brand stand out in the digital landscape. Skills: Content strategy & planning Brand voice & messaging Audience focused storytelling Content batching & repurposing Strategy aligned with business goals Beautifully crafted content creation aligned to brand essence Digital product design: I love creating new and interesting digital workbooks, quizes, handouts, etc. Not only do I love design but also a keen interest in bringing creative value to those receiving them. for me integration is key and digital products are a fun way to share knowledge and fun activity for others to share. Virtual/ admin assistance: Having previously worked as a VA for an electrical company as well as doing tons of admin for my own business, I am very comfortable with operations work. I believe this role is crucial to the backbones of a business. As a VA, I am someone who enjoys implementing effective systems that help the flow of not only my tasks but the handovers as well to adjacent team members. Skills: Organization & task management Calendar & email management Documentation & record keeping Process & workflow support Communication support Attention to detail Tech-savvy & adaptable Other business building related skills: Marketing: Audience research and buyer persona, brand messaging & positioning, marketing strategy, funnel building & user journey. Sales: Discovery & qualification, objection handling, relationship building, pipeline support. Client success: Onboarding, proactive communication, progress tracking & reporting, problem solving, feedback & optimization, client retention & satisfaction. Digital tools: Task & Project Management: Trello, Notion Note-taking / Knowledge Management: Evernote, Notion, OneNote Calendar & Scheduling: Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar, Calendly Document Creation / Collaboration: Google Docs, Microsoft Word Video Conferencing: Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams Team Chat & Collaboration: Microsoft Teams Email & CRM Integration: Gmail, Outlook, HubSpot CRM Social Media Scheduling / Management: Business suite Email Marketing / Automation: Mailchimp, Hubspot Graphic Design / Content Creation: Canva, Figma Landing Pages / Website Builders: Carrd, Wix, Squarespace Analytics & Tracking: Google Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, HubSpot Analytics CRM Systems: HubSpot Lead Generation & Prospecting: LinkedIn Sales Navigator Payment & Invoicing: Stripe, PayPal Video Creation / Editing: Canva, CapCut Stock Media & Templates: Unsplash, Pexels Session Management / Booking: Calendly, Acuity Assessment / Worksheets: Tally, Google Forms Progress Tracking / Client Notes: Notion, Google Sheets Workflow Automation: Zapier AI Tools: ChatGPT Formulas / Data Automation: Excel, Google Sheets (with formulas/scripts) File Storage & Sharing: Google Drive Time Tracking / Productivity: Toggl Overall, I am extremely hard-working and enjoy learning new skills! I am a vey fast learner and willing to grow with you and your business. Would love to hear from ya!

  • Life Coaching
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Digital Design
  • Systems Development
  • Business Transformation
  • Canva
Siyamthanda B.

East London, South Africa

$40/hr
5.0
2 jobs

🎨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬? I help Arts, Culture, and Luxury brands build strong visual identities, high-performing websites, and cohesive digital experiences that increase engagement, visibility, and growth. 𝐇𝐞𝐲, 𝐈’𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 & 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐘 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨. I lead a creative agency specializing in brand strategy, visual identity, web design, and AI-powered content for premium brands. My focus is creating consistent, elegant, and conversion-driven digital and print experiences aligned with business goals. I specialize in Creative Direction, Brand Identity Design, Web & UX Design, Editorial Design, and AI Content Creation, delivering visually refined and results-driven solutions. ✅ 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄: ✔️ Brand Strategy & Visual Identity Design ✔️ Creative Direction & Brand Guidelines ✔️ Website Design & UX Optimization ✔️ Editorial, Presentation & Print Design ✔️ Social Media Design (Instagram & Facebook) ✔️ AI-Powered Visuals & Content Creation 📌 𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐄 𝐌𝐄: ✔️ Specialized in Arts, Culture & Luxury brands ✔️ Strong focus on premium aesthetics & consistency ✔️ Conversion-focused web & UX design approach ✔️ Data-backed creative decisions ✔️ Experience working with international brands 🎯 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐃 & 𝐖𝐄𝐁 𝐎𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: If your brand or website feels inconsistent or underperforming, I can redesign and optimize it for clarity, engagement, and conversion. 🟢 Brand Refresh & Repositioning 🟢 Website Redesign & UX Improvements 🟢 Visual Consistency Across Platforms 🟢 AI-Assisted Creative Prototyping 📈 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐒: ✔️ Increased bookings by 180–250% through UX & website improvements ✔️ Boosted website traffic by 156–220% via SEO-driven content ✔️ Enhanced brand perception and engagement across platforms ✔️ Partnered with brands across 6+ countries 🧰 𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐂𝐊 & 𝐓𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Webflow, WordPress, AI Image Generation Tools, AI Content Tools, UX/UI Frameworks, SEO & Analytics Tools 🚀 𝐋𝐄𝐓’𝐒 𝐁𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃 𝐀 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐔𝐌 & 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐒 If you need creative direction, brand identity, or a high-converting website, I’m here to help. 📩 Message me today — let’s elevate your brand. ✅ 𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐒 : Creative Director, Creative Direction, Brand Identity Design, Brand Strategy, Visual Identity, Branding, Rebranding, Digital Branding, Luxury Brand Design, Web Design, Website Design, Website Redesign, UX/UI Design, UX Design, UI Design, Website Optimization, Landing Page Design, Conversion Optimization, Webflow, WordPress, Graphic Design, Editorial Design, Presentation Design, Pitch Deck Design, Print Design, Annual Report Design, Magazine Design, Social Media Design, Instagram Design, Social Media Branding, Visual Content Creation, Content Design, AI Content Creation, AI Image Generation, AI Design, Generative AI, Midjourney, DALL·E, Creative Agency, Art Direction, Brand Management, Digital Design, Arts & Culture Branding, Luxury Branding, Fashion Branding, Lifestyle Branding

  • Brand Identity
  • Fashion & Beauty
  • Graphic Design
  • Visual Communication
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Illustration
  • Branding
  • Fine Art
  • Animation
  • Digital Design
  • Strategy
  • AI Image Generation
  • AI Image Editing
  • Brand Design
  • Brand Identity Design
Karla B.

Hluhluwe, South Africa

$60/hr
4.8
748 jobs

YOUR WEBSITE SHOULD DO MORE THAN LOOK GOOD Most websites look good. Very few generate leads, build trust, and convert visitors into customers. That's where I come in. I help businesses create premium WordPress websites that combine strategic design, user experience, and technical excellence to deliver measurable business results. With more than 20 years of experience and over 500 successful website projects completed, I work with businesses that want more than just another website—they want a powerful digital asset that supports growth, generates enquiries, and strengthens their brand. What I Do • Custom WordPress Website Design • WordPress Development (Elementor Pro, Gutenberg, Custom Builds) • Website Redesigns & Modernisation • WooCommerce & Catalogue Websites • Landing Pages & Conversion Funnels • SEO-Ready Website Development • Website Speed & Performance Optimisation • Branding & Visual Identity Design • Website Maintenance & Ongoing Support Why Clients Hire Me I don't just build websites. I help businesses answer critical questions: Why aren't visitors converting? How can we create more trust online? How do we stand out from competitors? How can we generate more qualified leads? Every project is built around the user journey, conversion strategy, and long-term scalability. My Team When you work with me, you gain access to a boutique digital team: Karla – Strategy, UX, Design & Project Leadership David & Marlin – WordPress Development & Technical Implementation Derek – SEO & Digital Marketing This collaborative approach allows us to deliver agency-level quality with the responsiveness and personal attention of a dedicated partner. What You Can Expect ✔ Conversion-focused design and user experience ✔ Mobile-first, responsive development ✔ Fast-loading, SEO-friendly websites ✔ Clean, scalable WordPress builds ✔ Easy-to-manage backend systems ✔ Clear communication and regular progress updates ✔ Reliable post-launch support Experience Across Multiple Industries Healthcare • Professional Services • Hospitality • Tourism • Construction • Manufacturing • Nonprofits • Legal • Education • Technology • Ecommerce Why Work With Me ✔ Top Rated Plus Freelancer on Upwork ✔ 500+ Successful Projects Delivered ✔ Long-Term Client Relationships ✔ Strategic Thinking Combined with Technical Expertise ✔ Focus on Business Outcomes, Not Just Design If you're looking for a website that not only looks professional but actively supports your business goals, I'd love to discuss your project.

  • Web Design
  • Figma
  • CSS 3
  • HTML5
  • WordPress
  • Website Optimization
  • Ecommerce Website Development
  • PHP
  • Website Migration
  • WooCommerce
  • WordPress Website Design
  • WordPress Website

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