Creative and detail-oriented Children’s Book Illustrator with proven experience bringing stories to life through whimsical, engaging, and age-appropriate illustrations. Skilled in developing expressive characters, vibrant scenes, and imaginative worlds that resonate with children aged 2–11. Adept at collaborating with authors and publishers to translate manuscripts into visually captivating narratives, while maintaining cultural sensitivity and storytelling integrity. Known for delivering projects on time, within budget, and aligned with clients’ vision…

Adedoyin Charles

Creative and detail-oriented Children’s Book Illustrator with proven experience bringing stories to life through whimsical, engaging, and age-appropriate illustrations. Skilled in developing expressive characters, vibrant scenes, and imaginative worlds that resonate with children aged 2–11. Adept at collaborating with authors and publishers to translate manuscripts into visually captivating narratives, while maintaining cultural sensitivity and storytelling integrity. Known for delivering projects on time, within budget, and aligned with clients’ vision…

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Creative and detail-oriented Children’s Book Illustrator with proven experience bringing stories to life through whimsical, engaging, and age-appropriate illustrations. Skilled in developing expressive characters, vibrant scenes, and imaginative worlds that resonate with children aged 2–11. Adept at collaborating with authors and publishers to translate manuscripts into visually captivating narratives, while maintaining cultural sensitivity and storytelling integrity. Known for delivering projects on time, within budget, and aligned with clients’ vision

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Children’s Book Illustrator | Remote at Upwork, Facebook Commissions, Private Clients
August 2, 2023 - Present
•Illustrated multiple children’s picture books (20–32 pages each), including covers and back covers, collaborating closely with authors to ensure stylistic alignment. •Completed a jungle-themed adventure book (12 full-color spreads + cover), creating expressive animals and immersive settings. •Delivered projects that consistently earned praise for quality, creativity, and child engagement, resulting in repeat clients. •Designed illustrations for cultural children’s books (e.g., African fairy tales, anxiety management stories, baby board books).

Education

B.Sc. Mass Communication at Adekunle Ajasin University
September 17, 2017 - August 29, 2023

Qualifications

Professional Children’s Book Illustrator
August 29, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Professional Children’s Book Illustrator with 3+ years of freelance experience, completing 20+ illustrated spreads and covers for international authors and publishers.
professional development in digital art
June 29, 2025 - August 2, 2025
Ongoing professional development in digital art, storytelling, and publishing standards.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Nina - Preschool Character Animation (3D Demo)

    Project Overview

    This project is a 30-second preschool animation created to showcase expressive character performance, child-friendly storytelling, and engaging visual design for audiences ages 0–5.

    The goal was to bring Nina — a playful 4-year-old character — to life through joyful movement, warm emotional expression, and direct audience interaction, while maintaining a safe and engaging tone suitable for early childhood content.

    My Role

    • Character direction and animation performance

    • Scene composition and visual development

    • AI-assisted 3D animation workflow (Grok Video)

    • Editing, sound design, and final polish

    Creative Focus

    Special attention was given to facial expressions, timing, and body language to ensure Nina felt lively, friendly, and relatable to young viewers. Subtle magical elements and soft lighting were used to enhance the sense of wonder and engagement.

    Tools Used

    Grok Video • Adobe Premiere Pro • Sound Design & Music Integration

    This project demonstrates my ability to create emotionally engaging children’s animation that balances creativity, storytelling, and age-appropriate design.

    paper Children’s Book Illustration – “Wiggly Woggle Woo” (12 Pages + Cover)

    “Wiggly Woggle Woo” is a joyful, jungle-themed children’s book I illustrated for a client who wanted a vibrant, story-driven experience for kids ages 2–6. The book follows two children, Alba and Ollie, as they explore a magical jungle and meet fun animal characters like Bella the frog and Jamie the sloth.

    This project reflects my strength in whimsical storytelling, expressive characters, and colorful, immersive settings that capture a child’s imagination.

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