Illustrator & Children's Book Designer Intern
Job Title: Illustrator & Children's Book Designer Intern (Remote) Company Name: AJ Corporation Location: Remote (Global / Flexible) Job Type: Internship (Stipend) About AJ Corporation: AJ Corporation is an innovative startup in the education eco-space, encompassing diverse domains from academics to creative arts and culinary instruction. Our portfolio includes Edify Academy, which specializes in competitive exam preparation (UPSC, Indian National Olympiad, NTSE); My Ladle Magic, offering engaging video tutorials on Indian Cuisine; and Tints of Brush, an online platform dedicated to artwork creation, teaching, and sales. We are now expanding our reach into the vibrant children's book space with our new initiative, "Little Lights" Series of Books. About "Little Lights: 15 Hadith for Kids": "Little Lights: 15 Hadith for Kids" is our flagship project for the children's book space. Designed for young minds (ages 6-8), this book introduces core Islamic teachings through engaging stories and vibrant illustrations. Featuring two beloved characters, Adam and Maryam, it aims to instill foundational values like kindness, gratitude, honesty, and compassion, making learning Hadith a joyful and memorable experience. About the Role: We are seeking a talented and passionate Illustrator & Children's Book Designer Intern to bring our vision for "Little Lights" to life. You will be instrumental in illustrating each Hadith story, designing the full book layout, and ensuring a consistent, charming visual style that resonates with young readers and their families. This is a unique opportunity to contribute creatively to a meaningful project from start to finish, backed by AJ Corporation's commitment to quality education. Key Responsibilities: Create original, high-quality digital illustrations for 15 Hadith stories, featuring our main characters, Adam and Maryam. Develop a diverse range of expressions, poses, and settings for Adam and Maryam while maintaining their consistent appearance (including Maryam's hijab). Design the entire book layout in a landscape format, ensuring a clear and engaging presentation for Hadith text, translations, stories, and activities across facing pages. Craft unique and appealing visuals for each Hadith's theme, story, and moral message. Collaborate closely with the author to align illustrations with the narrative and overall book vision. Prepare final artwork and book files for digital publishing and print-on-demand platforms. Ensure all illustrations and design elements are age-appropriate (6-8 years old) and reflect a warm, inviting, and positive tone. Incorporate interactive activity elements directly into the page design. Qualifications: Proficiency in digital illustration software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, etc.). A strong portfolio demonstrating children's book illustration, character design, or similar work that showcases your ability to create engaging, age-appropriate visuals. Experience with book layout and design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Affinity Publisher, Canva for advanced layouts) is a significant plus. Exceptional creativity, storytelling through visuals, and attention to detail. Familiarity with Islamic themes, values, and cultural nuances is a strong advantage, along with an ability to depict diverse characters respectfully. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment. Prior experience in publishing is a bonus but not required. What We Offer: The unique opportunity to illustrate and design a published children's book from concept to completion. Hands-on experience in the children's book publishing industry within a growing educational startup. Creative freedom within a supportive and collaborative environment. A chance to build a strong portfolio with a meaningful published work. Flexible working hours and remote work arrangement. A stipend amount per month can be discussed. Although our priority is focused on portfolio building and experience. How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a link to your online portfolio (or attach relevant work samples) to abdulgk08@gmail.com. In your cover letter or application, briefly tell us why you're interested in this project and how your artistic style aligns with "Little Lights: 15 Hadith for Kids."
