Freelance Illustrator - Children's Book Project at Twine – United Kingdom

This opportunity is for a creative illustrator to bring a 24-page children's book to life, designed to help children reduce their worries. The project requires whimsical and soft full-color illustrations featuring four main characters, as well as a front cover design. The book will be sized at 8.5x11 inches and is intended for self-publication on Amazon KDP. The client is based in Chicago, but the work is fully remote. The ideal candidate will have a passion for children's literature and the ability to create engaging, expressive artwork that resonates with young readers. The project deadline is June 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

Create full-color, whimsical, and soft illustrations for a 24-page children's book Design a captivating front cover that aligns with the book's theme and target audience Develop consistent character designs for four main characters throughout the book Collaborate closely with the client to ensure illustrations match the story's tone and message Prepare artwork files to meet Amazon KDP self-publishing specifications Deliver all illustrations and cover design by the agreed deadline

Skills And Requirements

Proven experience illustrating children's books or similar projects Strong portfolio showcasing whimsical, soft, and expressive illustration styles Proficiency in digital illustration tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate) Ability to interpret and visually represent written narratives for young audiences Excellent communication skills