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Manga Illustrator and Character Designer for an Original Fantasy Adventure Project I’m developing an original fantasy adventure world for a manga series and a companion game. I’m looking for an experienced manga illustrator to help establish consistent character and creature designs, with the potential for ongoing paid work. The project features human protagonists, elemental creatures, exploration, and battles. Project names, story details, and identifying references will be shared privately with shortlisted artists under an agreed confidentiality arrangement. Visual style The direction is expressive adventure manga: appealing characters and creatures, clear silhouettes, dynamic action, and detailed environments. Designs must work consistently in both black-and-white manga and coloured game illustrations. Maintaining the same faces, proportions, costumes, and creature anatomy across different angles and scenes is essential. Some development references were created using AI. I’m seeking an artist to develop these into original, human-authored production designs—not simply trace them or apply a filter. Please disclose any proposed generative AI use before work begins. Initial paid test I would like to start with: One full-body illustration and three expressions for a human protagonist. One full-body illustration and three expressions for a creature companion. One finished sequential manga page featuring both. Black-and-white and colour versions, with editable source files. Please quote this test separately, including two revision rounds and the commercial rights described below. I am not requesting unpaid sample work. Potential follow-on work If the test is successful, further commissions may include: Character model sheets for the main cast. Creature model sheets and developed forms. Key environment and location designs. A visual style guide that other artists can follow. Additional manga pages, cover art, and game illustrations. This is a staged project. The initial order will be limited to the agreed paid test. Deliverables I need layered, editable source files, high-resolution exports, colour palettes, and clear design references. Please retain development sketches and intermediate versions to document the creative process. Any assistants, stock assets, fonts, or other third-party materials must be disclosed, with suitable licences. Commercial rights and confidentiality The commission will be contracted through my German UG after its registration. A signed agreement must give the company broad, exclusive, worldwide commercial usage rights in the commissioned artwork and original design contributions. These must cover manga, games, physical and digital cards, animation, advertising, merchandise, adaptations, and future productions. The company must be able to modify the work, commission other artists to use and develop the designs, and transfer or sublicense the agreed rights to production and publishing partners. The agreement must also expressly address using the commissioned designs as references in future AI-assisted production, including project-specific model training or fine-tuning. These requirements are subject to applicable law, including retained authorship and mandatory artist protections. Please identify any restrictions or exceptions you require and include the requested rights in your quotation. Unpublished designs, project information, and source files must remain confidential. Portfolio publication, livestreaming, or sharing work in progress will require prior written approval. Please include in your application Examples of human manga characters, creatures, and sequential pages you personally illustrated. Examples showing consistent character designs across multiple poses or scenes. Your price and turnaround time for the paid test. Your rates for later model sheets, manga pages, and colour work. Your revision policy, software, and source-file formats. Whether you work alone or with assistants. Any exceptions to the requested commercial rights or AI-related permissions. I’m looking for someone who enjoys developing an original world and can bring personality, consistency, and strong visual storytelling to it.
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Hey, I’m interested in working on “Original Manga Animal Designs”. I’ve read through the project and I like the direction you’ve laid out. With 12 years in graphic design and illustration, I have experience with 2D Animation, Illustration, Illustrator, Manga, Graphic Design, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku), Anime & Manga Marketing / Promotion, Character Design, 2D Game Art and Caricature & Cartoons and have worked on projects ranging from very specific briefs to more creative work where the visual direction needs to be developed along the way. I’ll follow the references and instructions you’ve provided carefully and make sure the final artwork is suitable for the way you intend to use it. My portfolio and previous work: https://www.freelancer.com/u/PolestarDesigns Happy to work on this. Mahnoor A.
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Greetings, I’ve reviewed your project details and understand that you’re looking for a reliable solution for “Original Manga Animal Designs”. My name is Sabina, a professional artist/designer with 10+ years of experience and a strong focus on detail-driven, high-quality results. I’ve handled similar work involving Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku), Character Design, Graphic Design, 2D Game Art, Illustration, 2D Animation, Anime & Manga Marketing / Promotion, Illustrator, Manga and Caricature & Cartoons, using a clear and efficient process to deliver creative and accurate outcomes. You can view relevant work samples here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/ArtisticQueens For this project, my process would be: • Reviewing and confirming requirements • Sharing the first concept/draft • Implementing revisions as needed • Final delivery in the requested formats The project can be completed within your desired timeline, with a fair and competitive bid. Looking forward to your response and starting immediately. Kind regards, Cartoon & Comics
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Hello, Your fantasy manga needs original character and creature designs that stay consistent across black-and-white pages and coloured game illustrations, and I’d love to help establish that visual foundation. I specialize in expressive manga art with clear silhouettes, dynamic action, and design consistency across poses, expressions, and scenes. I will develop the protagonist and creature as fully original, production-ready designs, then build the sequential page to match the same anatomy, proportions, and visual language. I work in a careful, layered process with sketch approval, refinement, and final cleanup, and I’ll provide editable source files, high-resolution exports, and colour palettes. I can also keep all references and files confidential, and I will disclose any third-party or AI-related use before starting. Please have a look at our Freelancer portfolio through the links given below. https://www.freelancer.com/u/CreativeDesign50 I’d be glad to discuss the test requirements and the rights you need in detail. Best regards Kirandeep K.
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⭐ READY TO BRING YOUR FANTASY WORLD TO LIFE ⭐ 900+ reviews • Unlimited revisions • Satisfaction-focused work Hi, I understand you need original, human-created manga artwork with consistent characters, expressive creatures, and strong visual storytelling across manga pages and game illustrations. ✅MY APPROACH ✦ Design detailed human and creature characters with consistent features and proportions ✦ Create expressive poses, character sheets, and dynamic sequential manga pages ✦ Deliver polished black-and-white and colour versions ✦ Provide layered source files, high-resolution exports, and colour palettes ✦ Document sketches and development stages, with two revision rounds for the paid test ✦ Respect confidentiality and clearly disclose any AI use or third-party assets ✅I can confirm the test pricing, turnaround, software, and commercial-rights terms after reviewing the references and agreeing on the scope. Could you share the protagonist and creature references for the paid test? I’d also be happy to clarify the documentation process for developing original artwork from AI-generated references. Thank you, Nupur
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I can handle the paid test as a complete character design package, not just isolated illustrations, with consistent anatomy, expressions, colour treatment and sequential manga storytelling across both the human lead and creature companion. I work independently and can provide layered source files, development sketches and high resolution exports, with two revision rounds included. For the test, I’d quote $450 with a 7 to 10 day turnaround. Ongoing model sheets and manga pages can be priced per asset after the test. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Humaumair12 Would you like the finished manga page to lean more cinematic and action driven, or more character focused for the test?
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Hello, I’ve carefully reviewed your requirements "Manga Illustrator and Character Designer for an Original Fantasy Adventure Project I’m developing a......" for “Original Manga Animal Designs”. With 10+ years of experience, I bring a structured and creative approach to projects involving Character Design, Manga, Graphic Design, Caricature & Cartoons, Illustration, Illustrator, 2D Game Art, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku), Anime & Manga Marketing / Promotion and 2D Animation. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/LionConcepts
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As a multi-talented freelancer well-versed in various design platforms, I'm fully confident in my ability to meet your manga illustration needs. Bearing more than X years of experience, I've cultivated an extensive skill set spanning 2D Animation, Game Art, Graphic Design, and Illustration. By leveraging tools like SketchUp, Blender and Photoshop I can bring your unique fantasy world to life, ensuring consistent character designs across various formats while maintaining the expressive adventure manga style you're looking for. In addition to my vary of skills, I also understand how pivotal the confidentiality aspect is as we acknowledge that story details and identifying references will be shared privately. Rest assured that your project's information will be treated with utmost secrecy. Let's not limit this partnership to your current project; by choosing me as your illustrator and designer today, you'd be gaining access to a multi-disciplined professional who can cater for your needs through the longevity of your manga series and any other future projectsvement it may incite.
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As an experienced and versatile artist specializing in Manga, I can bring your original fantasy adventure world to life with compelling and consistent character and creature designs. I understand the critical aspects of maintaining cohesive visuals throughout a project, whether in black-and-white manga or colored game illustrations. Moreover, my proficiency in using AI tools like Gemini, HeyGen, and Midjourney enables me to take your existing references created with AI and authentically develop them into original production designs. Comprehending that you value individual creativity and refuse unpaid sample work, I am ready for the initial paid test, providing one full-body illustration and three expressions each for your human protagonist and creature companion. For the sequential manga page featuring both, I'll provide both black-and-white and colored versions, preserving the editable source files for your convenience. Throughout the creative process, I keep detailed records of development sketches and intermediate versions, ensuring transparent documentation for you.
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Hi there, I can manage your paid test for the fantasy manga project. I will create original, human-made designs, three expressions each for the protagonist and creature, and a finished manga page. You get editable source files, high-resolution exports, colour palettes, and two revision rounds. I specialize in eye-catching 2D and 3D animation, using top software like Adobe After Effects and Blender. Whether it's for ads, explainer videos, or creative projects, I bring ideas to life with smooth and engaging animations. You can see an example of one of those projects in my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/7563834-engaging-2d-animations (2D Animations) https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/9313289-logo-reveal-animations (Logo Animations) https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/9969559-2d-vector-to-3d-model-and-animation (3D Animations) https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/11346113-3d-walkthrough-animations (3D Walkthrough Animations) Thanks & Regards Humayo.
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As a seasoned Graphic Designer and Manga illustrator with over a decade of experience, my goal is to ensure every project I undertake embodies the unique story it represents. With a deep understanding of your need for consistent character designs in both black-and-white manga and colored game illustrations, I can bring your human protagonists and elemental creatures to life, ensuring their faces, proportions, costumes and anatomies remain unchanged even from different angles. While employing AI elements into design references for your project is innovative, I guarantee to develop these into original designs rather than simply trace them or apply filters. My task won't be about replication but about crafting unique pieces that will resonate deeply with your story and its consumers. Please take a moment to explore my portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/sadian4 If my style and expertise align with your vision, I’d love to discuss how I can bring your project to life. Let’s connect — budget and deadline can be finalized during our chat. Best regards, Sadia S.
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Hello, feel free to visit my portfolio to see samples of my work. Let's discuss your project via chat. I have experience creating numerous illustrations with creative concepts for both print and digital media, including character and creature design. I can quickly sketch layouts, storyboards, and concept boards, and I also create 2D NFT illustrations. Additionally, I can generate illustrations based on written text; my artistic background lies in creating original comics, and I have the creative resources to solve various visual and narrative challenges. Please take a look at my portfolio—I’m confident the work will speak for itself.
€700 EUR in 7 days
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With my boundless passion for manga and extensive experience as a graphic design artist, I feel I would be the perfect fit for your project. My skill set is diverse, ranging from 2D Animation to Character Design, enabling me to bring your world to life with vivid and engaging visuals at every step of the way, be it in black-and-white manga illustrations or in-game colored portrayals. Moreover, I am well-versed in creating consistent character designs across multiple scenes and angles; maintaining proportions, faces, costumes, and anatomy to ensure a harmonious aesthetic throughout. Transparency is essential which is why want you to know that my focus will always be on providing distinctive individual artwork rather than relying on generative AI tools. Given that you envision your characters as key exploration and battle assets, my understanding of movement and action dynamics will help me render them in a way that dynamically captures the essence of each scene. Please take a moment to review my portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/ehsankz If my style aligns with what you’re looking for, let’s connect and discuss your project in detail. Budget and deadline can be finalised during our chat. Best regards, Ehsankz S.
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Understanding: You’re building an original fantasy manga world with a companion game and need consistent, hand-authored character and creature designs that work in both black-and-white manga and colored game illustrations. I will establish a production-ready design system that preserves faces, proportions, and costumes across angles while delivering editable sources and clear references. - Design system: coherent faces, proportions, costumes, and creature anatomy across perspectives for reliable consistency. - Production pipeline: layered, editable files (PSD/CLIP/STEPS), high-res exports, color palettes, turnarounds, and model sheets to streamline future pages and assets. - Original work: AI usage disclosed up front; final artwork will be human-authored with references and notes. - Paid test package: I’ll deliver one full-body human, three expressions; one full-body creature, three expressions; one finished sequential page; black-and-white and color versions; includes two revision rounds; editable source files and licensed assets; and full commercial rights under your contract. Deliverables: - Layered sources, high-res exports, color palettes, development sketches; both black-and-white and color; editable files; clear design references; license disclosures. Budget + timeline: - Test price: USD 900. Turnaround: 8-12 days; revisions included: two rounds; rights: broad exclusive worldwide rights as described. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/zarminagull189 I’m excit
€550 EUR in 7 days
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Hey there! I am ready to help you with Original Manga Animal Designs, as per your requirements. I’m a Lead Graphic Designer with solid experience in Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, 2D Animation, 2D Game Art, Manga, Character Design, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku), Anime & Manga Marketing / Promotion. Review my Profile for review and portfolio: • https://www.freelancer.com/u/Kiranshaikh2388 I’d love to discuss more about your project, Lets hop up for quick discussion? Best, Kiran Shaikh
€250 EUR in 5 days
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I find the blend of fantasy adventure and character design in your project quite compelling. Creating consistent designs for both human protagonists and elemental creatures presents an exciting challenge. I’m curious about your vision for the creature companions. What specific traits or abilities are you looking to emphasize in their designs? In my past projects, I've focused on developing characters that maintain visual consistency across multiple scenes. This includes ensuring that expressions and poses reflect their personalities while keeping proportions accurate. My workflow includes producing both black-and-white and colored illustrations, ensuring each design translates well in different formats. I understand the importance of delivering layered, editable files, and I always keep comprehensive records of the creative process. Portfolio Link: https://www.freelancer.com/u/sairan00 I would love to discuss your project further and clarify any details regarding the initial paid test and future commissions. Let’s work together to bring your fantasy world to life.
€300 EUR in 7 days
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Hello, Would you like to design original manga characters and creatures for your fantasy adventure world? We can create expressive human and creature designs with consistent faces, proportions, costumes, anatomy, dynamic action, and environments that work in both black-and-white manga and colored game artwork. We can handle the paid test with full-body designs, expressions, a finished sequential page, layered source files, high-resolution exports, and two revision rounds. With over 5 years of professional experience, We create high-quality, modern designs using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. We focus on clear communication and clean results, and We offer unlimited revisions to ensure the final design meets your expectations. Please visit our profile for portfolio; https://www.freelancer.com/u/Internative123/graphics Best regards, Internative Labs.
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With multiple years dedicated to 2D Animation, Character Design, and Illustration, I am confident I can bring your unique fantasy world to life. From captivating human protagonists to imaginative elemental creatures, my expertise in visual design, composition and creative storytelling makes me a perfect choice for your manga and game project. My deep understanding of the manga genre enables me to consistently produce dynamic action sequences while maintaining fidelity to the original concept. I create designs that are not only aesthetic but also aligned with branding and narrative goals – a crucial skill for an expansive project like yours. With thorough knowledge of augmented design processes, I can assure you that all my work will be 100% human-authored and I won't be utilizing generative AI. Reviews of my past work will corroborate my commitment to originality. Please take a moment to explore my portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/gfxdesign11 If my style aligns with your vision, let’s start a chat and discuss the details further. Budget and deadline can be tailored to fit your needs we can finalize those during our conversation. Looking forward to connecting with you! Best regards, Core Creatives K.
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Being a Manga artist and Character Designer, I understand the essence of your project well and can resonate with the originality and consistency that you aim to achieve with your characters and creatures. With proficiency in Caricature & Cartoons, Character Design, and Illustration, I believe I can provide the unique visuals you're looking for. My deep understanding of human anatomy, creature-forms, expressions, and dynamic silhouettes makes me suitable for this fantasy adventure project. At Zenre Designs, we don't just deliver 'off-the-rack' illustrations or character designs. We exhibit a personal touch that sets us apart from others. I assure you that your project will never be glanced at as just another 'transaction' instead it will be taken through a passionate creative process resulting in exquisitely tailored designs that adhere to all aspects mentioned in your brief. Please have a look at my previous work: https://www.freelancer.com/u/abduldesigner322 Let's open a chat to discuss the project timeline and cost. Best regards, Zenre Designs
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Hello, I am interested in this project. My work focuses primarily on character design across various styles—including comics, manga, and manhwa—so I can adapt to the direction and preferences you provide. Please check my profile to see examples of my past work. Thanks.
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With my 15+ years of experience in graphic and character design, I have the expertise and creative wizardry you need for your original fantasy manga project. I have produced countless consistent character designs for multiple projects; a skill that will be valuable in establishing and maintaining the essential visual style you desire for your adventure series. My fluency with both black-and-white manga and colored game illustrations ensures a unified look across various scenes and platforms which is crucial for your work. I assure you that all my work is manually generated without the use of generative AI techniques. Instead of simply tracing or applying filters, I value the process of creating original designs, paying attention to every detail to bring them to life. My commitment to quality aligns perfectly with your expectations, ensuring that my production designs all go through rigorous processes, careful revisions, and follow your explicit instructions to deliver top-notch results. In addition to my skills as a manga illustrator, I boast proficiency in other vital areas such as video production, 3D visualization, and architectural design which demonstrates my versatility and ability to adapt to different project needs. My comprehensive understanding of commercial usage rights will ensure that your commissioned artworks are managed properly throughout its lifespan just as you desire it.
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