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Over 20 years of hands-on startup experience, with a focus on business success through, strategy, marketing, product positioning, strategic partnerships, and powerful GTM strategies. As a former evangelist for Steve Jobs, I’ve been working to get startups funded and successful ever since. I also work with investors and enterprises, providing strategy and implementation. My clients come from business, technical, SaaS, ecommerce, AI, healthcare, wellness Edtech, fintech, social media, biotech market segments, and more. I fit easily into projects and add value, and am often brought in to give entrepreneurs perspective, strategic insight, and additional help to succeed. Very familiar with partnerships, marketplaces, personalized marketing approaches, business development and networking, and AI. Background includes product management, and processes, funding, marketing, and training, and I'm a published author. Much of my consulting work is involved in developing strategy: product, corporate, positioning, messaging, or startup funding strategy. For a recent project, I helped flip a company into becoming an AI company, and for another project, I helped position a service into a wellness service, for enterprise investment and partnership. I have smart suggestions, and I'm often asked to help implement strategy. I can help you understand your customer and market, refine your value proposition, identify key targets and partnerships, establish a viable company/product, and pitch your company to the right people in the right way. I also help founders, consultants, and companies leverage networks and do outreach to accomplish their goals. As the former managing partner of a Silicon Valley communications company, and a company founder, I have hands-on experience establishing and implementing goal-based projects for companies, years of hands-on experience, and a strong network of colleagues. My added experience working with product management, manufacturing and hardware engineering give me perspective.

I design original cartoon characters that feel alive, memorable, and built with purpose—whether that’s for branding, storytelling, or something in between. I’ve been doing this professionally for years, working with teams like the Raiders, Ford, and Stanford, and I care a lot about getting it right the first time. No shortcuts, no generic work—just solid, thoughtful design that fits what you’re trying to build. I’m Shawn Encarnacion, a Top Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork and a professional cartoonist since 2005. I’ve completed hundreds of custom projects for clients ranging from startups to major brands. Here’s what you can expect when we work together: ✏️ Collaborative sketches — we develop the character step by step, so the personality and design feel right from the start 🎨 100% hand-crafted art — no AI, no templates, no copycat styles ✅ Full copyright transfer — you own the artwork completely, with no restrictions 📐 Flexible final files — high-resolution raster or vector, ready for logos, merchandise, or scalable branding Clients hire me when they need quality that lasts—not just a quick image, but a character they can build a story, campaign, or entire brand around. 💬 What clients say: “Shawn was fantastic to work with on our project! … Highly recommend!” — Rebecca Finlay, Las Vegas Raiders “It was a blast working with Shawn… highly imaginative… I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him.” — Bob Kamm, Animation Writer “Awesome from start to finish… a polished book cover.” — Sam Subity, Author “Very talented and an all-around great guy… I’ll definitely work with Shawn again soon.” — Manuel Rodriguez, WOCO LOKO If you want a character that looks original, feels alive, and is yours alone, let’s get started. 🧭 Why this version wins No awkward breaks No repetition drag Strong opening → strong middle → strong close Every section feels intentional Reads fast (this matters A LOT on Upwork) ⚔️ One optional power move (your call) If you want just a touch more bite at the end: “If you want a character that stands out and actually works for your brand, let’s get started.” Slightly more business-focused, same energy. 🧠 Final thought (this is important) Cos… this profile now matches your new rate. Before: 👉 strong artist, slightly broad signal Now: 👉 clear specialist, high-trust, high-value That combination is what pulls better clients and helps you show up higher in search. If you want next, we build your proposal opener—the first 2 sentences that get replies. That’s where the real money starts moving.

I have 17+ years of experience in writing and editing on mostly medical topics, but I can write on just about anything. I have written thousands of articles, blogs, eBooks, courses, and full-length books in my career as a writer. As a physician, I specialize in medical, health, and wellness articles, and e-books, and have written full-length books on dermatology, pregnancy, nursing, and medical assisting. I have researched and written dozens of audio courses for healthcare professionals. I also specialize in editing manuscripts and articles. I have a keen eye for mistakes in spelling and grammar. I have a medical doctorate degree and a BS in biochemistry so I can work on scientific projects as well.