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Freelance Illustrator

· Job Posted June 03, 2026
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Nice People Club (NPC) is a creative collective behind three brands: NTMY – Graphic design subscription; Stellaris1 – Strategic creative agency; Vanguard – Digital product design & development. We work with startups, growing businesses, and mission-driven brands to craft thoughtful design solutions. Right now, we’re expanding our freelance roster and looking for Illustrators who can support a variety of projects. If you’re someone who enjoys jumping between styles and collaborating with a fast-moving creative team, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Responsibility

  • Jumping between styles and collaborating with a fast-moving creative team
  • Support a variety of projects

Requirements

  • Able to adapt your illustration style based on the brief (versatile across aesthetics and brand tones)
  • Strong eye for composition, color, and visual storytelling
  • Experience with full illustration process — from rough sketches to polished final assets
  • Comfortable with asynchronous communication & remote teamwork
  • Proficient in illustration tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, etc.)
  • Portfolio that shows both range and depth

Nice to have

We also welcome illustrators with distinct personal styles — if there’s a future project that matches your aesthetic, we’ll keep you in mind

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