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Hire an Illustrator

The best sites for hiring an illustrator in Australia.
By Carla Lottering, Updated 16 Feb 2024
An illustrator painting a design on a piece of paper.

Forming part of Australia's specialized design industry, the illustration profession is predicted to grow by 21.7% by 2026, thanks to its influence in advertising, publishing, video gaming, and more. This growing demand for talented illustrators has prompted employers to opt for niche job boards that help connect them with candidates faster.

Whether you're searching for freelance or full-time illustrators, our list of local and world-renowned job posting sites will help you discover the best industry-specific websites for hiring qualified illustrators.

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Top Sites for Hiring an Illustrator:

Rank

Job Board

Pricing*

1.ArtsHub Jobs

From A$302.50 /post.

2.CareersinDesign

From A$250.00 /post.

3.The Loop

From A$79.00 +GST /post.

4.Freelancer

Project dependent.

5.Upwork

Free and paid options.

6.Dribbble

From US$150.00 /mo.

7.Pedestrian Jobs

From A$99.00 +GST /post.

8.SEEK

Paid options.

9.Indeed

Free and paid options.

*Companies may offer discounted rates for monthly, annual, and bulk packages. Non-Australian clients may be exempt from paying GST.

FAQs:

What are the best illustrator job boards?

How much does an illustrator make?

It depends on the project size and the illustrator's expertise. In Australia, the average salary for an illustrator is A$60,000 per year.

How can I find an artist for hire?

Most artists or illustrators who are available for projects list their services on freelance sites like The Loop, and Upwork. If you post a job in the illustration category on one of these sites, illustrators should apply.

Is it better to use a freelance artist-for-hire or to hire a permanent employee?

Most businesses use freelance illustrators for their projects because they do not need illustration work to be done every day. However, some creative fields may require full-time illustrators. In that case, it would make sense to hire someone as a permanent employee rather than a freelancer.

What are some important tips to hire an illustrator?

  • Ask to see the illustrator's portfolio. An illustration is entirely visual, so you will discover very quickly whether or not you like the artist's style by viewing some of their work.
  • Negotiate with the illustrator to get an agreeable rate. If you're working with a freelancer, their prices aren't necessarily fixed and they will likely offer a better price if they feel that your project is a good opportunity for them to showcase their skills.
  • Before the project or job begins, be very clear about your expectations.

Where can I look for an illustrator?

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