Illustration

Illustration is one of the most attractive and creative ways of our traditional art of story telling. An expert in this trade is known as illustrator, who is basically responsible for giving a new style to presentations and sales samples in order to achieve sales targets. In the present times of recession, where layoffs and unemployment have become a way of life, the scope of an Illustrator is ever increasing. Jobs of freelance Illustrators or virtual assistant are flooded in the market. Companies are looking for creative experts to give a new look to their products or website.

Scope of a Virtual assistant as an Illustration expert:

If you are creative and want to communicate your story effectively then Illustration is your key. Companies which look for virtual assistants often prefer creative individuals who have a passion for graphics and are highly motivated. As a virtual assistant you may be hired by a company who is engaged in the publication of children's book, or a company that needs expert illustrations in its instructional booklet. The expertise of an illustrator is desired in any area, which needs pictures and excellent graphic; this may be a website or a piece of literature that seems to be incomplete without illustrations in the form of pictures or images.

Responsibilities of a Virtual assistant as an Illustrator:

A virtual assistant who desires to make it big as an expert will be responsible for creating new styles and presentations promoting sales of products. Such an assistant may also be required to work in coordination with a team, helping each other in the process. Do not think that there can be any compromise on quality. A virtual assistant is also responsible for quality of artwork that is being produced. Under all circumstances the client has to remain happy and satisfied.

Qualities of an expert:

In order to be an expert virtual assistant you need to be proficient in cartoon art styles, in realistic and semi realistic artwork. The VA should have basic knowledge of 3D Studio Max, Adobe Illustrator, Rhino, CAD, Adobe After Effect, Adobe Photoshop, Light Wave and other graphic editing software; The virtual assistant should have the ability to meet deadlines and should be able to work efficiently towards a budget.