Freelance Illustrator

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About the Role

Our client is seeking a mid-level illustrator to create character and setting designs for their upcoming children's novel. The illustrator will be responsible for bringing the story to life through visually captivating illustrations. This is a single, remote job that should be completed within a day or two.

Responsibilities:

1. Carefully read and understand the provided story/manuscript to capture the essence of the characters and settings.
2. Conceptualise and design appealing and age-appropriate character illustrations, capturing their personalities and unique traits.
3. Design and illustrate the various settings and environments described in the story, creating visually engaging backgrounds.
4. Ensure that the illustrations are consistent with the tone and genre of the children's novel.

Requirements

• Mid-level experience as an illustrator, with a strong portfolio showcasing character and environment designs, preferably for children's literature.
• Excellent drawing and digital illustration skills, with proficiency in industry-standard software and tools
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to capture the essence of characters and settings through illustrations.
• Familiarity with various illustration styles and techniques suitable for children's books.
• Creativity and the ability to bring unique and imaginative ideas to life through illustrations.