Hybrid Graphic Novel Illustrator — Remote/Onsite Collaboration

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Project-based remuneration

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Graphic Novel Illustrator for its Port Elizabeth-based studio. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, and you will translate scripts into dynamic visuals, design characters, layouts, and pages for an upcoming graphic novel series.

You will work with writers and editors, maintain consistent art style, meet deadlines, and contribute to the visual direction of projects.

Qualifikationen

• A strong and diverse portfolio demonstrating exceptional illustration skills for graphic novels or comics.
• Proven professional illustrator with published graphic novels or comics.
• Expert proficiency in digital illustration software such as Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, or Procreate.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, perspective, composition, and storytelling.
• Ability to adapt to different art styles and meet project requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a hybrid setting.
• Time management to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for sequential art.
• Bachelor's degree in Illustration, Fine Arts, or related field is a plus.
• Experience collaborating with editorial teams and understanding publishing process.

Aufgaben

• Create high-quality interior illustrations for graphic novels, including character designs, panel layouts, and background art.
• Collaborate with writers and editors to interpret scripts and develop visual concepts.
• Produce character designs, storyboards, and detailed sketches for approval.
• Execute final line art, rendering, and coloring for graphic novel pages.
• Ensure consistency in art style, character depiction, and storytelling throughout the graphic novel.
• Work within established deadlines and project timelines.
• Incorporate feedback from editorial and creative teams into revisions.
• Maintain a high standard of artistic quality and technical execution.
• Stay updated on industry trends and contemporary illustration styles.
• Participate in creative meetings and contribute to the overall artistic direction of projects.

Kenntnisse

Illustration

Digital painting

Character design

Storyboarding

Procreate

Photoshop

Clip Studio Paint

Anatomy & perspective

Time management

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Illustration

Fine Arts or related field is a plus

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Clip Studio Paint

Procreate

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Graphic Novel Illustrator for its Port Elizabeth-based studio. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, and you will translate scripts into dynamic visuals, design characters, layouts, and pages for an upcoming graphic novel series.

You will work with writers and editors, maintain consistent art style, meet deadlines, and contribute to the visual direction of projects.