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Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi! My name is Teddie (he/him), and I’m an illustration-forward designer and copywriter who gains energy from developing collective, creative solutions through both visual language and storytelling. I have a passion for collaboration, and I love to draw, write, and wrangle good ideas! I enjoy working in children’s literature and thrive in remote and team-oriented environments where creative direction and detailed implementation come together.…Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi! My name is Teddie (he/him), and I’m an illustration-forward designer and copywriter who gains energy from developing collective, creative solutions through both visual language and storytelling. I have a passion for collaboration, and I love to draw, write, and wrangle good ideas! I enjoy working in children’s literature and thrive in remote and team-oriented environments where creative direction and detailed implementation come together.

Teddie Sheldon

Illustrator, Designer, Copywriter, +2

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Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi! My name is Teddie (he/him), and I’m an illustration-forward designer and copywriter who gains energy from developing collective, creative solutions through both visual language and storytelling. I have a passion for collaboration, and I love to draw, write, and wrangle good ideas! I enjoy working in children’s literature and thrive in remote and team-oriented environments where creative direction and detailed implementation come together.…Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi! My name is Teddie (he/him), and I’m an illustration-forward designer and copywriter who gains energy from developing collective, creative solutions through both visual language and storytelling. I have a passion for collaboration, and I love to draw, write, and wrangle good ideas! I enjoy working in children’s literature and thrive in remote and team-oriented environments where creative direction and detailed implementation come together.

Available to hire

Portland, United States

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Hi! My name is Teddie (he/him), and I’m an illustration-forward designer and copywriter who gains energy from developing collective, creative solutions through both visual language and storytelling. I have a passion for collaboration, and I love to draw, write, and wrangle good ideas! I enjoy working in children’s literature and thrive in remote and team-oriented environments where creative direction and detailed implementation come together.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Childrens Book Illustration

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Editorial Illustration

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Japanese

Advanced

Work Experience

Illustrator + Book Design Contractor at The Sly Studio

December 31, 2023 - June 16, 2024

Worked with an established author in health and psychology to create over 25 full-page character and spot illustrations with an approachable tone. Developed diverse illustration styles suited to various client visions. Collaborated with Penguin Random House’s licensing department to create detailed 50-150 page book layouts for children’s intellectual properties linked to Disney and Netflix. Delivered production-ready book layout files integrating illustrative and photographic elements following publishing best practices. Managed multiple projects under tight deadlines, coordinated feedback efficiently, and worked remotely with creative directors and editors within the print production pipeline. Developed branding systems, including logos and packaging aligned with client brand messaging.

Freelance Illustrator + Graphic Designer at Self-Employment

June 1, 2020 - June 17, 2024

Communicated and collaborated clearly with clients to produce effective and tailored visual and illustrative solutions that matched their visions. Applied critiques to fulfill clients’ desired visual outcomes and project voice. Managed pricing negotiations and contracts as well as self-marketing efforts.

Graphic Designer, Copywriter + Social Media Lead at RODEO STUDIO

September 29, 2023 - June 8, 2024

Created a branding system to promote a communal space, conceptualizing and illustrating over 15 assets to enhance the brand voice and produced various collateral materials. Self-directed and led creative projects to successful completion.