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Hal Jordan
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Anonymous
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Public
Freelance Illustrator
EMEA
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Hal is known for his imaginative illustrations that bring stories to life.
Feedback Integration
Diana Prince
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Anonymous
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Public
Visual Arts Director
AMER
Location
$130,000
Salary
$62/hr
Hourly Rate
97%
Approval Rating
Expert in cultural narratives, she leads projects that resonate deeply with audiences.
Art Direction
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Superman
Art Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$130,000
Salary
$63/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
Approval Rating
Expert in managing artistic processes and leading creative teams. Committed to delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
Featured Skills
Typography Design
Lex Luthor
Senior Art Director
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$150,000
Salary
$72/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
With a strong background in branding, Lex leads high-impact advertising strategies.
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Diana Prince
Visual Arts Director
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$130,000
Salary
$62/hr
Hourly Rate
97%
Approval Rating
Expert in cultural narratives, she leads projects that resonate deeply with audiences.
Featured Skills
Art Direction
Jimmy Olsen
Junior Art Director
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$60,000
Salary
$29/hr
Hourly Rate
87%
Approval Rating
An emerging talent, Jimmy focuses on innovative designs and fresh perspectives.
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Lois Lane
Art Coordinator
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$75,000
Salary
$36/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
Approval Rating
Lois brings 8 years of experience managing art teams and ensuring project delivery.
Featured Skills
Visual Concept Development
Perry White
Art Lead
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$100,000
Salary
$48/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
Approval Rating
Perry combines robust leadership skills with a passion for visual storytelling.
Featured Skills
Packaging Design
Harley Quinn
Graphic Designer
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$70,000
Salary
$34/hr
Hourly Rate
86%
Approval Rating
Creative and quirky, Harley specializes in playful, unique design concepts.
Featured Skills
Photography
Barry Allen
Digital Art Specialist
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$80,000
Salary
$38/hr
Hourly Rate
93%
Approval Rating
Fast-paced in his approach, Barry excels at digital creations with a cutting-edge flair.
Featured Skills
Video Production
Hal Jordan
Freelance Illustrator
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Hal is known for his imaginative illustrations that bring stories to life.
Featured Skills
Feedback Integration
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<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Creative Concept Development</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Brainstorming visual concepts for branding campaigns.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing mood boards to define project aesthetics.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating sketches and mockups for client presentations.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Collaborating with clients to refine creative direction.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Brand Identity Design</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing logos that resonate with target audiences.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating brand guidelines for consistent visual representation.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing color palettes that reflect brand values.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Crafting typography styles that enhance brand messaging.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Advertising Campaigns</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing print advertisements for magazines and billboards.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating digital ad banners for social media platforms.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing promotional materials for events and trade shows.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Packaging Design</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating packaging designs that attract consumer attention.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Ensuring packaging meets regulatory compliance standards.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing eco-friendly packaging solutions for brands.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Art Direction for Photography and Video</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Overseeing photoshoots to ensure visual consistency.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Directing video shoots to align with creative vision.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Selecting locations and props for visual storytelling.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Collaboration and Communication</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Liaising with clients to understand project requirements.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Coordinating with copywriters to integrate text and visuals.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Communicating with printers to ensure quality output.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Feedback and Revisions</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Incorporating client feedback into design revisions.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Preparing presentations to showcase design iterations.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Conducting peer reviews to gather additional insights.</div></div>

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