Illustrator Internship

Illustrator Internship

The Real Public Defender is holding an Illustrator Internship with Elohim Films. An advocacy cartoon that will provoke intelligent conversation between parents and children is most necessary in the world today as we advocate about the world children live in and try to preserve this precious place for them. Be a part of keeping the imagination alive and truly shine a light on how brilliant our children are at birth. In the internship you will go through the process of getting your work presented for an award.

The Intern will gain real world experience with conceptualizing and translating ideas into art by collaborating to understand needs and produce illustrations that meet specific design briefs. Experience with understanding client requirements, researching concepts, and delivering final illustrations within deadlines will also be developed.

Responsibilities of an illustrator: 

Interpreting briefs: Analyzing client briefs to fully grasp the desired message, tone, and style of the illustration. 

Concept development:

Generating creative ideas and developing visual concepts that align with the project goals. 

Sketching and rough drafts: 

Creating preliminary sketches and rough drafts to visualize the concept and receive feedback. 

Digital illustration:

Utilizing illustration software like Adobe Illustrator to refine designs, add color, and incorporate details. 

Collaboration:

Working closely with clients, editors, designers, or other creative professionals to ensure the final illustration meets expectations. 

Research and reference gathering: 

Conducting research to accurately depict elements within the illustration, including historical details or specific subject matter. 

Style adaptation:

Adjusting artistic style to match the project's requirements, whether it be realistic, cartoon or abstract. 

Attention to detail:

Ensuring accuracy in the artwork, including proportion, perspective, and consistency of design elements. 

Deadline management:

Meeting project deadlines while maintaining quality standards. 

Skills required for an illustrator: 

Strong drawing and painting skills: Proficiency in traditional art techniques like sketching, perspective, and color theory 

Digital illustration software expertise: Fluency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or other relevant design tools 

Creative thinking and problem-solving: Ability to generate original ideas and adapt to changing project needs 

Communication skills: Effectively communicating with clients to understand their vision and provide updates on progress 

Visual storytelling: The ability to convey a narrative or message through imagery 

Adaptability to different styles: Flexibility to work in various artistic styles depending on the project 

Time management: Efficiently managing workload and meeting deadlines