Michael K.
Cartoon Character Illustrator for Brands | Mascots & Character Sheets
Hi! I'm Mike, a 2D Cartoon Character Illustrator for brands. With 8 years of experience, I create original cartoon characters and mascots that brands can use everywhere, from logos and packaging to merchandise, social media, websites, and print. Most clients don't just need one drawing. They need a character that stays consistent everywhere. That's why I deliver a complete, production-ready system, not a single image. WHAT I DO - Brand characters and mascots: original 2D cartoon characters built around your brand story and audience - Character systems: turnaround, expression sheet, pose sheet, color palette, and brand character guidelines - Vector illustration for brands: clean, scalable artwork for packaging, apparel, posters, and stickers - Style range: flat cartoon, gradient and gradient mesh, and vintage engraving-style linework WHAT YOU GET - Clean, layered vector files (AI, SVG, PDF) plus PNG exports - Print-ready and web-ready versions - Style and color specs for consistent use across your brand - Optional extras: sticker sets, social media packs, extra poses, animation-ready layers MY PROCESS 1. Brand discovery: your story, audience, and tone 2. Concept sketches: you choose a direction early 3. Style and color development 4. Final artwork delivered as organized, production-ready files Every step is collaborative, and revisions are included at each stage. WHO I WORK WITH Startups, product brands, creators, communities, and agencies who want artwork with real personality, not a generic style. Send me a short brief about your project, and I'll reply with ideas and a clear scope.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $440
Billed in all: $2,613$2.6k
$88 in the last 6 months
Across 22 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 25% in NFT Art
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- #32Chibi Style71 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #3Top 45%🇮🇩#3 of 14
- #56Flat Design188 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #6Top 30%🇮🇩#6 of 23
- #95NFT Art374 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #9Top 25%🇮🇩#9 of 41
- #139Animal Illustration386 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #10Top 36%🇮🇩#10 of 23
- #139Mascot Logo338 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #18Top 41%🇮🇩#18 of 43
- #373Cartoon Character1,095 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #32Top 34%🇮🇩#32 of 103
- #504Cartoon Art1,685 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #41Top 30%🇮🇩#41 of 130
- #545Vector Art1,484 freelancers · 🇮🇩 #35Top 37%🇮🇩#35 of 99