Freelance Illustrator – Book Project

Twine; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading freelance marketplace is seeking a creative illustrator to collaborate on a children's book project. The role offers the flexibility to work remotely and requires strong illustration skills and the ability to adapt visuals for young audiences. Ideal candidates will have a passion for storytelling through art and experience in similar projects. This opportunity values creative input and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in illustration, especially in children's books.
• Strong drawing and digital painting skills.
• Ability to create engaging visuals for young audiences.

Responsibilities

• Create original illustrations for a children's book.
• Collaborate on visual concepts and adapt artwork as needed.
• Deliver high-resolution, print-ready files.

Skills

Illustration experience

Digital painting skills

Ability to interpret narratives

Time management

Adaptability to feedback

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Procreate

Job description

This opportunity is for a creative illustrator to bring a children's book project to life. The role involves collaborating on a personal project, with the flexibility to work remotely and the potential for future assignments. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling through art and the ability to adapt their style to suit the tone and audience of a children's book. The project is open to illustrators at various stages in their careers, and creative input is highly valued.

Deliverables

• Create original illustrations for a children's book, including character designs, backgrounds, and cover art
• Collaborate on visual concepts and adapt artwork based on feedback
• Deliver high-resolution, print-ready files in required formats
• Meet agreed-upon deadlines and maintain clear communication throughout the project

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in illustration, preferably with a portfolio featuring children's book or similar work

Strong drawing and digital painting skills, with proficiency in software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate

Ability to interpret written narratives and translate them into engaging visuals for young audiences

Creative, adaptable, and receptive to feedback

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Comfortable working remotely and communicating effectively online

About Twine

Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.

Our Mission

Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.