Markus W - AI Artist | ContraWork by Markus W
Markus W

Markus W

Creative Partner | Growth & Design

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For this challenge, I wanted to create more than just a logo or a promotional asset. I wanted to build the foundation of a brand. Runner Community is a concept for a global community where runners can discover races, connect with local running communities, and find inspiration through events, training, and shared experiences. To bring the idea to life, I used Envato Elements as my primary creative toolkit, including: AI Image Generator AI Video Generator AI Mockups Website Templates Video Templates Music Sound Effects These resources helped me rapidly explore ideas and create professional visual assets. I refined the prompts, selected different visual styles, adjusted the color palette, rejected multiple AI-generated concepts, and curated only the assets that aligned with the brand I envisioned. I also chose the pacing, music, mockups, and final promotional sequence to create an energetic yet approachable identity. Breakdown provided in the comments.
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The New Resume. Built for the Next Generation🚀 Try it out: https://cv-builder-seven-sandy.vercel.app/ Example: https://cotton-prong-78120233.figma.site (The breakdown will be provided in the comment section) The Problem: The traditional resume is an outdated system built for a different era. It forces dynamic careers into static PDF documents that feel cluttered, disconnected, and fundamentally incompatible with how people consume information today. Resumes were never designed for modern screens. They fail to communicate narrative, they lack structural precision, and in highly competitive environments, they are increasingly ignored. A flat document can no longer establish authority or demonstrate real professional value. Why Storytelling and Design Matter Professional identity should never be reduced to a fragmented list of experiences. The strongest personal brands communicate through narrative, structure, and design. Minimalism is not simply an aesthetic preference — it creates immediate trust. Clean grids, intentional whitespace, and sharp typography signal competence, clarity, and institutional-level professionalism before the content is even processed. Design itself becomes credibility. The Solution Mobile-First Digital Resumes with Unique URLs Instead of static files, every user receives a dynamic, shareable personal URL that functions as a living professional profile. Built entirely mobile-first, the experience is optimized for the device where the majority of first professional impressions now happen. The Engine Flawless Design Without Design Skills Exceptional design should not require technical expertise. To scale premium aesthetics, I built a custom infrastructure powered by Next.js and Supabase that acts as a strict design system and layout engine. Users simply complete a structured text form. The backend enforces character limits, controls spacing logic, and automatically compiles every submission into a perfectly balanced, auto-layout-driven interface. Users focus only on their content. The Market Opportunity This platform is built for a massive and underserved audience: ambitious professionals who understand the value of premium digital presence but lack the design or technical skills required to build it themselves. Professionals, founders, operators, strategists, and builders increasingly need to present themselves with the same level of polish as modern companies.
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Filming fast-moving hardware the traditional way is extremely expensive. It often requires expert FPV drone pilots, special chase camera rigs, and heavy CGI tracking work in post-production. To solve this, I built a custom template inside ElevenCreative Flows. This system is designed to show products from multiple angles in a cinematic way, while keeping the hardware looking accurate—even during intense, high-speed motion. SFX/MUSIC/VOICEOVER: ElevenLabs Social Link: https://x.com/wiig_markus/status/2055685959736295794?s=46 Template: https://elevenlabs.io/app/templates/HcAFVM6rCyQ8zwb1vsE0
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It’s been a fast-paced first week on Contra. After being featured by the curation team, I wanted to share a quick compilation of what I’ve been working on lately.
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I developed a strategic design concept tailored for companies that have secured Series A funding, focusing on scalability, clearer positioning, and a stronger product and brand foundation for growth. I created the entire design in Paper Design, building a complete visual direction that supports a more mature company stage—structured layouts, clear hierarchy, and a polished, investor-ready look. The goal was to translate strategy into a clean and functional design system that helps the company communicate better, move faster, and scale more efficiently.
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Text animation for a Norwegian startup. Turning complex features into a clean, fast-paced visual narrative.
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