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Alex Close

Toronto, ON, Canada

UX Researcher & Illustrator

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Barbiana Liu

New York, NY, USA

Transforming Ideas into Memorable Brands

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Alexa Quinn Madrid

New York, NY, USA

Interdisciplinary Artist

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Jocke Larsson

Stockholm, Sweden

Multi-level visual artist

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Daniel Adeeri

Lagos, Nigeria

Designing the now and the future!

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Alejandro Escalona

Venezuela

Presentation Design & Webflow Design Expert

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Tierrah Rivera

New York, USA

Design for Elevating Distinguish Brands

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Remy Fuentes

Miami, FL, USA

Content Creator & UX Designer

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Camila Ortiz

Brooklyn, NY, USA

Hello, I’m a visual product designer

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Studio Liv

Denver, CO, USA

Designing a Legacy, One Masterpiece at a Time

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Aliyah Abdon

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

Social Media Video Editor & Strategist

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Cihan Tamti

Bochum, Germany

Let's make your Brand memorable!

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Nabeel A. ✦

Pakistan

Product Design | Brand Design | Illustration

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Soumitro Halder Shan

Bangladesh

Generative Ai Content Creator

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David Blnke 🔥

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Senior Product and Brand Designer | Framer Expert

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Anthony Martinez

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Web and Product Designer

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Laura Mujica

Argentina

Innovating Digital Products with Creativity

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Vishal Jha

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Visual Design and Strategic Branding 🚀

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Cassie Chen

Sydney NSW, Australia

Minimalist Graphic Designer, Typography & Illustration

Common projects for Visual Artists

Creating unique illustrations for books, magazines or websites.

Designing logos and branding materials for businesses.

Developing artwork for advertising campaigns.

Creating visual content for social media platforms.

Designing album covers or promotional materials for musicians.

Producing artwork for product packaging.

Tips for working with and hiring Visual Artists

Have a clear vision

Before hiring a freelance visual artist, it's important to have a clear idea of what you want. Sketch out your ideas or create a mood board to help convey your vision to the artist.

Review their portfolio

Always take time to review the artist's portfolio. It will give you an idea of their style, skill level, and whether they'll be a good fit for your project.

Communication is key

Good communication is crucial for the success of any project. Regularly check in with the artist, provide clear feedback and make sure all communication is done through Contra to ensure transparency.

Understand their skillset

Make sure the freelance visual artist has the necessary skills and tools to complete your project. This may include proficiency in software like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator, or specific artistic techniques.

How to hire Visual Artists

Define your needs

Before starting the hiring process, have a clear understanding of what you need. This includes the style of artwork, the medium, and any specific requirements for the project.

Post a detailed job

Posting a detailed job on Contra will attract the right artists. Include information about your project, the required skills, and the project timeline.

Review applications

Review the applications you receive and shortlist artists based on their skills, experience, and fit for your project. Look at their past projects and reviews on their profile.

Conduct interviews

Conduct interviews with shortlisted artists. Ask questions about their experience, artistic style, and how they handle feedback.

Make an offer

Once you've found the right artist, make an offer through Contra. This will include the project details, payment terms, and timeline.

3 questions to ask when interviewing Visual Artists

1. Can you describe your artistic style and how you approach a new project?

2. Can you provide examples of similar projects you've worked on in the past?

3. How do you incorporate feedback into your work?

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Platform for Async Collaboration

The talent I find on Contra has been excellent. But aside from that, Contra’s community differentiates Contra from other freelancing platforms. I love the responsiveness of the Contra team, and how invested they are in your success. I actually pay freelancers I’ve found outside of Contra through Contra because I love the platform so much, especially that they don’t take a cut of your payment.


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UX Research Consulting Firm

I used to waste hours trying to find talent. Switching to Contra was 10x on my time, energy and money as an Entrepeneur and Creator. Lauren was a perfect fit from day one, and I couldn’t have found someone of this calibor without Contra.


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Stan
Creator Store

I can vouch for Contra that it is a great hiring tool. I shoot my shot and the candidates I keep seeing are incredible.The process took minutes and the support I always get from their team is 10/10.


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Cecilia Reusch
Community Strategist

Freelancers on Contra come across very professionally. They actually seem to read your job posting and have directly relevant skills, which isn’t always the case on most other freelancer sites. On Contra, freelancers who matched with my job seemed to have the relevant skills I was seeking.


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Frequently asked
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A freelance visual artist is a professional who creates artwork for various mediums such as print, digital, advertising and more. They can work in many styles and mediums, and are often hired for their unique creative vision.

A freelance visual artist is a professional who creates artwork for various mediums such as print, digital, advertising and more. They can work in many styles and mediums, and are often hired for their unique creative vision.

Hiring a freelance visual artist on Contra allows you to work directly with top creative talent. Contra's platform makes it easy to manage contracts, payments, and communication all in one place.

Freelance visual artists work on a wide range of projects including illustrations, logos, branding materials, advertising campaigns, social media content, album covers, and product packaging.

Freelance visual artists often use tools like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, and traditional art supplies like pencils, paint, and brushes.

You can post a job detailing your project requirements on Contra. Freelance visual artists who match your requirements can then apply for the job. You can also browse through the profiles of visual artists and invite those you are interested in to apply.

The cost of hiring a freelance visual artist on Contra typically ranges from $80 to $100 per hour, depending on the complexity of the project and the artist's experience.

Freelance visual artists are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Clients must pay a minimum of $250 or $25 an hour to post an opportunity on Contra.

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