About this episode
Children’s book art director, Jim Hoover, answers questions from illustrators. Among other topics, he covers: postcards, portfolios, websites, getting work, digital vs. traditional methods, social media, and style. This is part 2 of a 2-part conversation. Be sure to listen to part 1 —in which Jim talks about the ups and downs of being a children’s book art director. If you find value in this podcast, consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack , or a supporter on Patreon . On either platform, you will gain access to bonus episodes we call “Extra Credit”—among other perks and benefits. | Visit illustrationdept.com for offerings like mentorships and portfolio reviews, testimonials, our alumni showcase, and more. | Music for the podcast was created by Oatmello. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.