Illustrator (Freelance or Contract)
Players Pins · United States
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- $200 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Illustrate unique enamel pins for sports teams.
- Design complementary packaging and promotional materials.
- Collaborate with Creative Director and Senior Illustrator.
- Adhere to brand guidelines and project deadlines.
- Work remotely with Adobe Creative Suite expertise.
About the role
About the Role
Players Pins is seeking a highly creative and skilled freelance Illustrator to expand our creative team. You will report to the Creative Director. In this role, you will be responsible for illustrating unique and detailed enamel lapel pins featuring professional athletes and designing engaging packaging for sports team promotions.
As an Illustrator, you will work in the established style and collaborate with our Senior Illustrator to ensure that each design aligns with their brand guides and promotional goals.
Compensation
$40/hour. Illustrators are expected to take 4-5 hours per illustration/design to complete. $200 max per design. Paid on a per design basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality illustrations of professional athletes for enamel lapel pins, capturing likenesses and dynamic action poses.
- Design packaging and promotional materials that complement the pins that help tell the players' and the teams' story.
- Maintain a consistent visual style for Players Pins across multiple projects while bringing fresh and innovative ideas to each new project.
- Hit project deadlines.
Requirements
- Proven experience as an Illustrator, with a strong portfolio showcasing character designs, backgrounds, and typography.
- Expertise in digital illustration, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
- Ability to adhere to existing brand guidelines.
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, branding, and packaging design.
- Experience working on branded merchandise or promotional materials, ideally within the sports industry.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with clients and internal teams.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to take professional video conference calls and work remotely from home.
Preferred Skills
- Passionate about the world of professional sports and an interest in sports culture.
- Experience with enamel pin design or working with manufacturers for product production.
Why Players Pins?
At Players Pins, we are adding a new flavor to the world of sport collectibles. Join our creative team and help bring memorable designs to life that excite fans, players, and teams.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Key skills/competency
- Illustrator
- Digital Illustration
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Character Design
- Packaging Design
- Brand Guidelines
- Sports Industry
- Merchandise Design
- Typography
- Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Illustrator
- Freelance
- Graphic Design
- Digital Art
- Enamel Pins
- Sports Marketing
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Character Design
- Packaging Design
- Remote Work
- Contractor
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight freelance illustration experience and Adobe Creative Suite proficiency.
- Showcase your portfolio: Emphasize character designs, packaging, and sports industry work.
- Understand brand style: Research Players Pins' existing designs and brand guidelines.
- Prepare for remote work: Be ready to discuss your remote setup and video conferencing skills.
- Apply through official channels: Submit your application exclusively via the Players Pins careers page on TeamWork Online.
Technical preparation
Master Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop.,Practice creating dynamic athlete poses and likenesses.,Develop skills in packaging and promotional design.,Familiarize yourself with brand guideline adherence.
Behavioral questions
How do you handle tight project deadlines?,Describe your process for collaborating remotely.,How do you ensure brand consistency in designs?,How do you take creative feedback?
Frequently asked questions
- How can I apply for the Illustrator position at Players Pins?
- The only official way to apply for roles at Players Pins is through their careers page on TeamWork Online. Applications submitted via other platforms or methods will not be considered.
- What is the compensation for the Freelance Illustrator role at Players Pins?
- Illustrators are compensated at $40 per hour, with a maximum of $200 per design. Compensation is paid on a per design basis, and designers are expected to complete each illustration/design in 4-5 hours.
- What software proficiency is required for the Illustrator position?
- Expertise in digital illustration is required, with a strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Is this a remote position for the Illustrator at Players Pins?
- Yes, this is a remote position. Candidates must be able to take professional video conference calls and work from home.
- What kind of portfolio should I prepare for the Illustrator application?
- You should prepare a strong portfolio showcasing your experience in character designs, backgrounds, and typography, with a focus on digital illustration and the ability to adhere to brand guidelines.
- What is the main focus of the illustrations for Players Pins?
- The main focus is creating high-quality illustrations of professional athletes for enamel lapel pins, capturing their likenesses and dynamic action poses.
- Do I need experience in the sports industry for this Illustrator role?
- While not strictly required, experience working on branded merchandise or promotional materials, ideally within the sports industry, is highly preferred.