Remote Children's Book Illustrator

Role Overview

Do you love telling stories through art? We’re hiring a Remote Children’s Book Illustrator to help bring one-of-a-kind, heartfelt stories to life. In this fully remote opportunity, you’ll work closely with a collaborative, globally distributed team committed to creating children’s books that reflect the full spectrum of childhood experience. Whether your style is whimsical, realistic, or bold and experimental, your illustrations will help young readers find themselves and their dreams in every book.

You’ll be joining a creative circle that values visual storytelling, cultural awareness, and imagination. From picture books and early readers to educational titles, your work will be a bridge between words and wonder, built with empathy and care.

Key Responsibilities

Visual Storytelling

• Translate manuscripts into engaging scenes that connect with young readers
• Develop expressive, diverse characters and immersive worlds suited for children of varying ages
• Use layout pacing and visual rhythm to maintain attention and guide the narrative
• Revise sketches and final artwork based on collaborative feedback

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with editors, authors, and designers to align illustrations with the tone of the story
• Attend creative check-ins and planning sessions remotely
• Share progress updates and communicate openly about artistic challenges or delays

Final Art and File Prep

• Prepare polished illustrations that are print- and web-ready
• Coordinate with layout teams to ensure proper placement and resolution
• Review continuity across pages for consistency in character details and backgrounds

Work Environment

We’re a remote-first team that believes great ideas come from anywhere. Whether you're based in a bustling city or a quiet village, you’ll be treated with trust, fairness, and respect. Our structure enables you to work autonomously while remaining connected to a kind and creative team that values transparency, timely communication, and empathy.

Our environment champions psychological safety and inclusion. We strive to ensure every child is represented through the stories we publish, and that same care extends to the illustrators we work with. Your voice, style, and background are celebrated here.

Tools and Technology

Design Software

• Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate are our preferred platforms
• Clip Studio Paint, Affinity tools, or other apps that support layered file exports are acceptable
• InDesign experience is appreciated but not mandatory

Communication and Collaboration

• Slack for daily updates and quick team messages
• Zoom for virtual reviews and team sync-ups
• Trello or Asana for managing timelines and tasks
• Google Drive or Dropbox for asset sharing and version control

Qualifications and Experience

Core Requirements

• 3+ years of children’s illustration experience, either freelance or in-house
• A curated portfolio that shows visual narrative skill, character expression, and cultural awareness
• Confidence in using color, space, and motion to engage young readers
• Comfort managing your own schedule and consistently delivering artwork on time

Ideal Extras

• Background in education, publishing, or early childhood development
• Awareness of inclusive visual language and how it applies to young audiences
• Previous work with remote creative teams
• Willingness to grow with long-term projects and multiple formats

Growth and Opportunity

Our illustrators are not just contributors—they’re collaborators. We invite you to shape stories that empower young readers, challenge expectations, and spark imagination. You’ll have access to mentorship, storytelling labs, and creative feedback from peers and senior illustrators.

Whether it’s your first major project or one of many, we see each book as a shared adventure. You’ll help define our visual brand while expanding your portfolio across a variety of formats, genres, and markets.

Compensation and Flexibility

This full-time, remote role offers a competitive annual salary of $53,000. We know creative work doesn’t always fit inside a 9-to-5 schedule, so we offer flexibility to set your own productive hours. Our illustrators work with clear expectations, receive collaborative support, and have the space to take ownership of their process.

Other benefits include:

• Flexible work schedules with no fixed start/end times
• Optional wellness days and mental health breaks
• Annual stipends for tools, software, or professional learning
• Recognition features in community spotlights and exhibitions

We invest in your well-being so that your creativity can thrive.

Join Us in Storytelling

Illustration has the power to change how children see the world—and themselves. If you believe in telling visual stories that welcome every child to the page, this is your opportunity to make a lasting mark.

We value lived experiences, authentic perspectives, and illustration styles that reflect the richness of our shared humanity. If you’re ready to help kids dream, question, laugh, and learn through your art, we want to work with you.

Apply now and become part of a creative journey where every brushstroke, every idea, and every story matters.