Digital Illustrator

Ignite Hubs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A youth-focused educational organization is seeking a Digital Illustrator or Artist Instructor to co-design and deliver a creative course at John Harvard Library, London. You will engage young students aged 11 to 18 in storytelling, visual design, and digital content creation. Ideal candidates are creative professionals with a passion for youth development and experience in digital illustration. The role offers flexible hours and pays up to £25 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as a digital illustrator or artist.
• Confidence using digital tools like Procreate or Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with young people.

Responsibilities

• Co-design and plan the 8-week course curriculum.
• Prepare lesson plans and learning materials.
• Deliver engaging sessions to students aged 11 to 18.

Skills

Experience as a digital illustrator, artist, or visual creative

Confidence using digital illustration tools

Strong communication skills

Ability to engage and inspire young people

Tools

Procreate

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Hours: 2–4 hours per week (including teaching and preparation)

Location: John Harvard Library, SE1 1JA

Contract Length: Flexible

Pay: Up to £25 per hour depending on experience (PAYE or Freelance)

Schedule: Wednesdays (term-time only)

Class Time: One of the following, depending on instructor availability: 5:00pm – 6:00pm, 5:30pm – 6:30pm or 6:15pm – 7:15pm

About Ignite Hubs

We currently teach coding, STEM, Maths and Creativity to over 200 students each week and have positively impacted more than 1,000 children and young people since we started. Our educational offering includes eleven weekly online classes and four weekly in-person classes delivered in libraries across Southwark, SE London, during term time.

Alongside our live programmes, we are currently developing an innovative online Learning & Careers platform which not only provides access to our courses but also helps young people connect their learning to real-world careers and job opportunities. The platform will feature organisations and spotlights on real professionals in tech, STEM and creative roles.

About the Course: Content Creators – Story & Design

Young people today need strong digital literacy, storytelling, and visual communication skills to access careers in the creative and media sectors, including journalism, design, marketing, and digital content creation.

Creativity is a powerful tool for self-expression and advocacy, particularly for young people whose voices are often underrepresented. This course provides a supportive space for learners to explore their lived experiences, engage with social and civic issues, and develop confidence in sharing their ideas.

We will deliver a free onsite course at John Harvard Library, London SE1 1JA, for around 15 to 20 students aged 11 to 18, launching in the Summer Term (22 April to 1July 2026). Depending on interest, it will continue in the Autumn Term (from September 2026).

The Role

We are seeking a Digital Illustrator or Artist Instructor to co-design the course with our other instructors on content creation and graphic design.

Instructors will work collaboratively to design and deliver engaging, hands-on sessions that guide students through storytelling, writing, design, and digital content creation. This is an ideal role for creative professionals who are passionate about youth development, inclusive education, and amplifying young voices.

What You’ll Deliver

Across the course, students will explore:

• Storytelling and narrative development
• Article and blog writing
• Visual communication and graphic design
• Campaign messaging and audience awareness
• Zine creation and creative publishing

The course will culminate in two tangible outcomes:

1. A student-designed zine showcasing original writing and visual work
2. Digital content (e.g. graphics, articles, blog posts, social media content) co-created by students and published via Ignite Hubs’ website and, where appropriate, our social media platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-design and plan the full 8-week course curriculum prior to launch
• Prepare lesson plans, activities, and learning materials
• Deliver engaging onsite sessions to young people aged 11 to 18
• Encourage participation and collaboration
• Work collaboratively with the co-instructor and Ignite Hubs team

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience as a digital illustrator, artist, or visual creative
• Confidence using digital illustration tools (e.g. Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to engage and inspire young people

Desirable:

• Experience working with young people (formal or informal settings)
• Experience teaching, mentoring, or facilitating workshops

Why Join Ignite Hubs?

• Join an innovative, mission-driven organisation transforming lives through education.
• Work on exciting projects that support your professional growth and skills development.
• Help young people build confidence, portfolios, and pathways into creative careers.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter. Please include answers to the two questions below:

1. Why are you passionate about educating young people?
2. What do you bring to this role that would make it a success?

Send your application to [e-mail] with “Digital Illustrator Artist Instructor” as the email subject line.