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David D.

Palo Alto, California

$30/hr
5.0
77 jobs

Providing 3D and 2D animation and design services at an affordable hourly rate allowing all clients access to high quality 3D video production they might otherwise find cost-prohibitive. Accurate, affordable 2D and 3D biomedical animations from an experienced professional medical illustrator. Previous Upwork clients include publishers, software developers, AI app developers, biomedical companies, physicians, surgeons, dentists, orthodontists, and technology innovators. Please take a moment to look over my Upwork portfolio here on my profile page to see examples of prior artwork. In addition to 3D animations, I provide 2D illustrations and design for brochures, booklets, and presentations using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign. My work has been featured in several medical publications, and I have extensive experience producing 4-color printed media. I have been assisting medical professionals for two decades as a professional medical illustrator AEIMS, AMI, and have established a well-tuned system of communication, project development, and feedback that ensures quality renderings for all forms of digital media and print. I accept projects of all sizes and budgets and can integrate into an existing large team or as art director managing 3D animators, graphic designers, and professional writers for larger projects requiring a team approach. Feel free to send me a chat message now and will be happy to answer any questions you may have on style, cost, time frame and delivery format via a free consultation chat. Once hired, If you are dissatisfied with how your project is proceeding at the start, you can pause the Upwork project at any time and receive a full refund. Likewise I encourage new clients to set an initial weekly hourly limit. As an example a cap of 10 hours per week can be set, allow you an opportunity to gauge the quality of production and our work relationship and increase the weekly hourly limit accordingly. Your complete satisfaction is my objective.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Illustration
  • Digital Art
  • 3D Animation
  • Digital Illustration
  • Art Direction
  • Digital Painting
  • 3D Modeling
  • Medical Device
Matthew H.

Silver Lake, Wisconsin

$50/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I'm a freelance Medical Illustrator with over 20 years of experience. My work has been published worldwide in journals, books, websites, and surgical guides. -Proficient in traditional art media -Proficient in Adobe Software -On-time delivery of illustrations -Competitive pricing

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Science & Medicine
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Illustration
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Model
Zbigniew J.

Warsaw, Poland

$35/hr
5.0
9 jobs

I specialize in creating animations and illustrations using 3D software. I also create 3D models for printing and 3D models based on medical imaging (CT/MRI/PET). I do scientific diagrams and infographics. Years of freelance experience in the field of medical visualization and animation. Holding a master’s degree in Medical Visualisation and Human Anatomy, a programme accredited by Association of Medical Illustrators (of which I am a professional member). Looking forward to hearing about the next project.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Anatomy
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • Blender
  • Substance Painter
  • 3D Game Art
  • 2D Illustration
  • 3D Illustration
  • Scientific Illustration
Luis A.

Tunja, Colombia

$23/hr
5.0
107 jobs

Hello, my name is Luis Arias, and I am a scientific, medical, and naturalistic illustrator. I have extensive experience in transforming complex data and ideas into aesthetically pleasing and accurate illustrations. I have collaborated with researchers, physicians, universities, and editorial teams to create illustrations for journals, scientific events, books, and academic courses. With seven years of experience as an illustrator, I am proficient in using various design tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Adobe Animate. What sets me apart from many artists in this field is my undergraduate and master's degrees in Biological Sciences. This academic background allows me to communicate effectively with professionals in science and medicine and to understand complex topics in these areas more efficiently. My services include: ◯ Cover design ◯ Medical illustrations ◯ Naturalistic illustrations ◯ Scientific illustrations ◯Veterinary illustrations

  • Illustration
  • Wildlife Illustration
  • Cover Art Design
  • Biological Illustration
  • Botanical Illustration
  • Scientific Illustration
  • Nature Illustration
  • Business Illustration
  • Animal Illustration
  • Editorial Illustration
  • 3D Animation
  • Scientific Research
  • Graphic Design
  • Medical Animation
Caroline C.

Broadview Heights, Ohio

$60/hr
5.0
23 jobs

Caroline is a medical illustrator from Cleveland, OH. She earned a bachelor’s of science from Kent State University, with a major in premedical biology, and minors in both chemistry and drawing. Through this program, she became interested in medical education and artwork. Caroline is earned a masters of science degree in biomedical visualization at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her interests in this field revolve around 2D illustration, design, and preproduction. Caroline hopes to use color and design effectively to convey messages through her work. She uses unique and bold directions in her work to create engaging and informative projects. In group settings, she coordinates specific design goals. Caroline assists team projects by creating style guides to keep her teammates’ work cohesive. She especially loves brainstorming limited color palettes with input from her peers. Caroline has worked with many fellow biomedical visualization students, as well as clients to create visualization that follow a common vision. Caroline is very cognizant of the role that biomedical visualization plays in education. She is very passionate about education theory, and has worked TA and tutor jobs to understand how to visually communicate effectively. In BVIS, the Visual Learning and Thinking courses were very influential on how Caroline approaches designing layouts and user interfaces.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Graphic Design
  • 2D Illustration
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Biomedical Visualization
  • Scientific Illustration
Alina K.

Kyiv, Ukraine

$20/hr
5.0
60 jobs

Commercial Illustrator and graphic designer with 7+ years of experience creating commercial illustrations for books, packaging, branding, educational products, apparel prints, websites, invitations, stickers, and print materials. I specialize in watercolor illustration, line art, character design, packaging design, and cohesive visual storytelling for brands and publishing projects. My illustration style ranges from: • soft watercolor and realistic animal illustration • expressive cartoon and children’s book illustration • minimal line art and sketch illustration • premium commercial illustration for packaging and branding I create artwork that is not only visually strong, but also professionally prepared for real commercial use and printing. Clients work with me because I combine: • strong illustration skills • flexible artistic style • organized workflow • attention to detail • print-ready file preparation • responsive communication • unlimited revisions focused on achieving the best final result For me, client satisfaction and a polished final product always come first. I have experience creating: • children’s book illustrations • educational materials • packaging and label design • line art illustrations • technical and infographic illustrations • character design and expression sheets • apparel and merchandise illustrations • posters, invitations, stickers, and branding graphics • layouts for printable and publishing products I also worked on technical illustration projects for educational books, combining clean structure with visually engaging illustrations. My workflow usually includes: • discussing the brief and visual direction • researching references and building style consistency • sketch approval stage • illustration development • revisions and refinements • final print-ready file preparation I work professionally with: • Procreate • Adobe Illustrator • Adobe Photoshop • Canva • vector and raster illustration One of the things clients value most about working with me is flexibility. I can adapt to different illustration styles and match existing aesthetics while still keeping the artwork professional and cohesive. 🗨️Client feedback: Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Alina was great to work with. She is talented and takes pride in her work. Most of all, she's eager to please, and she did as many revisions as I requested, something I really value. it's important for her that her clients are happy and pleased with the outcome. She draws by hand and is hardworking, her turnaround is quite fast, so I didn't have to wait long to recieve her work. She delivered exactly what I needed and I'm pleased with the final outcome." Whether you need watercolor illustrations, expressive characters, clean line art, packaging visuals, educational graphics, or print-ready commercial illustration— I’d love to help bring your project to life. I've completed 50+ projects with a 100% Job Success Score. Send me a message and tell me about your project — I’m always happy to discuss ideas and find the best creative direction together. updated 9.06.2026

  • Illustration
  • Line Drawing
  • Object Illustration
  • Digital Art
  • 2D Illustration
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Food Pattern
  • Character Illustration
  • Portrait Art
  • Cartoon Art
  • Packaging Design
  • Digital Painting
  • Sketching
  • Drawing
  • Graphic Design
  • Watercolor
  • Label Design
  • Menu Design
  • Poster Design
  • Brand Identity

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How to Hire Top Medical Illustrators

How to hire medical illustrators

Looking for a contractor who can help you disseminate medical knowledge in the form of accurate images of human or animal biology? A medical illustrator can help.

So how do you hire medical illustrators? What follows are some tips for finding top medical illustrators on Upwork.

How to shortlist medical illustration professionals

As you’re browsing available medical illustration consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Biological fit. You want a medical illustrator who is familiar with the type of anatomical drawings you wish to create. 
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., creating 3D anatomical models with Maya).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular medical illustrator.

How to write an effective medical illustration job post

With a clear picture of your ideal medical illustrator in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective medical illustration job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From medical diagrams to anatomy animations, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain biological systems or design tools, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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MEDICAL ILLUSTRATORS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is medical illustration? 

Medical illustration is the practice of creating anatomically accurate drawings of biological parts. A medical illustrator can help you create cross-sections of skulls, depict the central nervous system, and draft other anatomical illustrations. 

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in medical illustration professionals:

  • Medical illustration
  • Graphic design tools such as Adobe Illustrator
  • Medical illustration certifications (e.g., CMI board certification) 
  • Background in biology, anatomy, or medical science

Why hire medical illustrators?

The trick to finding top medical illustrators is to identify your needs. Is your goal to create anatomical drawings of horses for a biology textbook? Or are you trying to create anatomically accurate 3D models of human organs for medical software? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a medical illustrator?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced medical illustrator may command higher fees but also work faster, have more specialized areas of expertise, and deliver a higher-quality product.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their medical illustration services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.