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Sami Downing
Visual Designer
- $10k+
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- 14x
- Hired
- 4.84
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United States
RECOMMENDED
āWorking with Sami has been a pleasure. She has a unique eye for composition and color, and has supported us across a breadth of design asks from paid social to retail assets to print ā and more! Her enthusiasm for jumping into new tools is only outmatched by her positive attitude, making feedback a breeze and Sami a great collaborator. You wonāt regret hiring her!ā
Maddie Baker-Valenzuela
Owl Labsš¢ Many everyday tech featuresācaptions, voice assistants, even audiobooksāwere originally created for disabled users.
I just finished Against Technoableism by Ashley Shew and was struck by how much everyday tech was pioneered by disabled communitiesāyet they rarely get credit.
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The Habits that Make a Difference š
Sometimes, the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. For me, taking a 10-minute walk before starting work has been a game-changer. It helps clear my mind and sets the tone for a more focused and creative day.
Iāve also started spending...
In 2025, Iām focused on deepening and growing the creative connections Iāve built. āØ
Over the past year, Iāve been fortunate to build connections with creatives who value meaningful interactions, mutual learning, and shared success. Platforms like Contra have made it easier to...
Freelancing Has Taught Meā¦ āØ
Freelancing has taught me so muchānot just about design, but about myself. One of the biggest lessons? The importance of setting boundaries.
When I first started, I felt like I had to say yes to every project, answer every email immediately, and be...