Astound US Inc is hiring: Illustrator in Madison

Astound US is growing!

Are you a

Picture Book Illustrator

looking to join an agency that truly champions your work?
At Astound, we’re drawn to better . We champion bold, contemporary children’s illustration and believe exceptional artists deserve exceptional support.
Continuing Astound's legacy of representing incredible artists and fostering strong relationships with top publishers around the globe, we are excited to launch an open call for freelance Picture book illustrators. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside an internationally recognised agency while continuing to work remotely from anywhere in the world.
This is more than representation. It’s an opportunity to build a long-term creative career with an internationally recognised agency while working remotely from anywhere in the world.
We’re especially excited to hear from

Picture Book Illustrators

who have:
A strong portfolio aimed at the

publishing market
Traditional-leaning stylistic elements with

confident draftsmanship
Strong characterisation

and proportionate character design
Rich storytelling

and expressive world-building
A unique personal approach

that stands apart
A sense of humour

(a huge bonus!)
We’re especially looking for artists who create magical, character-rich worlds full of charm, detail, and personality. immersive, memorable work that feels unmistakably their own.
We’re drawn to styles that are timeless yet contemporary: thoughtful, character-led, emotionally rich, and strong in storytelling.
Here at Astound Us we work closely with our artists to ensure

career advancements

with the

right clients ,

regular creative guidance,

storybook development ,

direct connections with clients

suited to your style, strong

administrative support

and

on-time payment.
All submissions are processed by our Talent Scouts at ITSme and reviewed in collaboration with the Astound team.
No CV required.
Read more about Astound Us: Information Pack
We’d love to discover the next exciting voice in picture books. Could it be you?

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