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Illustrator

Salary Freelance - Negotiable
Hours 1-2 days per week
Location North West London
Closing Date 08 October 2025
Position Type Freelance
Advert expires on 08 October 2025

Main Duties

  • Collaborate closely with the Creative Director to develop original designs based on client requests and brand direction.
  • Create detailed digital mock-ups to visualize concepts before production.
  • Hand-paint custom designs on leather accessories with precision and artistic quality.
  • Conduct thorough quality checks on finished painted leather pieces to ensure high standards and consistency.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Competence in digital illustration software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate) for mockups and client previews
  • Ability to translate digital concepts into hand-painted execution
  • Experience in preparing artwork for small-scale production
  • Strong freehand drawing and sketching ability
  • Problem-solving skills for adapting designs to irregular surfaces
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating painting and illustration skills
  • Proficiency in painting techniques (e.g., acrylic, leather paints, gouache, inks)