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Job Overview:
Twine is seeking a talented illustrator for a magical children’s picture book series. The first book is 32 pages and fully drafted, with seven additional stories planned and a long-term vision for a 26-book collection. Each story features unique fairies and animal companions for young readers aged 3–6. This independent publishing project offers either a flat fee or royalty split, with potential for ongoing collaboration.

Key Responsibilities / Deliverables

• Create detailed, whimsical, and colorful illustrations for a 32-page children’s picture book.

• Develop consistent character designs for recurring fairies and animal companions.

• Produce high-resolution artwork suitable for print publication.

• Collaborate on visual storytelling to enhance magical, forest-inspired themes.

• Prepare artwork files for Amazon KDP and future books in the series.

Requirements

• Strong portfolio showcasing experience in children’s book illustration or similar whimsical, detailed styles.

• Ability to design engaging, age-appropriate characters and scenes for ages 3–6.

• Proficiency in digital illustration tools and techniques for high-resolution print output.

• Consistency in character and style across multiple books.

• Excellent communication skills and openness to feedback.

• Availability for potential long-term collaboration on additional books.

• Experience with self-publishing or Amazon KDP is a plus.