Children’s Book Illustrator Needed

We are looking for a dedicated illustrator to form a long term partnership with us for the production of a children's book series. The first step to be considered as our illustrator is given in the "HOW TO APPLY" section below, after a summary of the two phases for the project. Please read everything carefully before applying.


Phase 1: Paid Test Assignment
Shortlisted illustrators will complete a paid test consisting of:
2 finished interior illustration spreads (full color)
1 front cover concept sketch
TIME FRAME for paid test assignment = 10 days.

Style & Audience
Target audience: children ages 4–8
Illustration style: warm, expressive, storybook-appropriate
Medium: digital illustration suitable for print
Subject matter: animals (must maintain consistent proportions and expressions)
Final artwork must meet Amazon KDP print specifications (bleed, trim, margins)

Requirements -- Applicants must:
Have prior experience with children’s picture books
Demonstrate ability to illustrate a 32-page narrative
Provide children’s book samples (not general illustration only)
Communicate clearly and reliably (24–48 hour response expectation)
Be comfortable with revisions and feedback
Deliver print-ready artwork 
NOTE: AI-assisted workflows are acceptable only if fully disclosed, original, and under the illustrator’s creative control. Final artwork must be consistent, editable, and suitable for commercial publication with clear usage rights.

🚫 Please do not apply if you:
Cannot commit to deadlines
Are unavailable for revisions
Only want short or concept-only projects

Full Project Scope (Phase 2)
32 interior illustrated pages
Front and back cover artwork
Consistent character design throughout
Print-ready files for KDP publishing -- at least 20 revisions included in the per book pricing
TIME FRAME for a full book production with revisions = 30 days

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, please include:
A brief introduction
Links to children’s book illustration samples
Confirmation you are willing to complete a paid test assignment
One sentence answering:
“How do you typically handle revisions and client feedback?”

NOTE: Incomplete proposals will not be considered.

Budget
Paid test: fixed rate (discussed with shortlisted candidates)
Full book: professional, competitive pricing
Ongoing work possible for the right illustrator - we have 19 book manuscripts for the series so far.

QUESTIONS? PLEASE ASK BEFORE SUBMITTING! Thank you!

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