Illustrator

About the role

Astound US is growing and launching an open call for freelance Picture Book Illustrators to work with an internationally recognised agency while continuing to work remotely from anywhere in the world. The agency champions bold, contemporary children’s illustration and offers exceptional support, career advancement, regular creative guidance, storybook development, direct client connections matched to your style, strong administrative support, and on‑time payment.

Requirements

• Strong portfolio aimed at the publishing market
• Traditional‑leaning stylistic elements with confident draftsmanship
• Strong characterisation and proportionate character design
• Rich storytelling and expressive world‑building
• A unique personal approach that stands apart
• A sense of humour (a huge bonus)
• Ability to create magical, character‑rich worlds full of charm, detail, and personality
• Work that is immersive, memorable and feels unmistakably their own
• Styles that are timeless yet contemporary: thoughtful, character‑led, emotionally rich, and strong in storytelling

Benefits

• Career advancement with the right clients
• Regular creative guidance
• Storybook development support
• Direct connections with clients suited to your style
• Strong administrative support
• On‑time payment
• Representation by an internationally recognised agency
• Ability to work remotely from anywhere in the world