Proposals for Illustrators
Agree on sketch stages, deliverables and usage rights before you start drawing. A clear proposal separates the creation fee from the permissions your client needs.
Sketch approvals and revision rounds
Set out thumbnail or rough-sketch approval, a refined direction, and final artwork delivery. Name the file formats, sizes and the number of feedback rounds. Ask for consolidated feedback at each stage; a new direction after approval is a separately quoted change, not another minor revision.
Usage rights that match the brief
Describe the intended media, territory, duration, print run and exclusivity. An editorial license and a packaging campaign are different permissions even when they use the same drawing. Confirm when the license starts, what renewals require and whether portfolio display is permitted. A full buyout needs a reviewed assignment, not just an invoice label.
A proposal the client can approve
Record the fee, deposit, sketch milestones, final delivery and license together. Use the calculator below to explore assumptions, then edit your terms for the actual commission. BidLogik writes the paperwork, never the art.
Tools and templates for Illustrators
Open the free toolTurn this into a client proposal →Paste your client's brief → see a free proposal preview
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Questions and answers
What should a proposal for illustrators include?
Agree on sketch stages, deliverables and usage rights before you start drawing. A clear proposal separates the creation fee from the permissions your client needs.
Can I adjust the draft?
Yes. Review scope, prices, rights and timelines before sharing. BidLogik writes the paperwork, never the art.
Is the tool free?
Yes. See the default result or change the inputs without signing up. Create an account to finish and send a proposal.
Are the terms legal advice?
No. Estimates only, not legal or financial advice. Ask a professional to review terms for your jurisdiction.