Botanical Illustrator

Job Reference: 32041-Botanical Illustrator
Company: RecruitArab - recruiter
Industry: Agriculture
Job Title: Botanical Illustrator

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Botanical Illustrator to join our team in Dubai. As a Botanical Illustrator, you will play a crucial role in our agricultural initiatives by creating accurate and aesthetically pleasing illustrations of plants for educational, research, and promotional purposes. Your artistic talent combined with a solid understanding of botany will help us communicate vital information about plant species, their characteristics, and their uses in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

- Illustration Creation: Produce high-quality botanical illustrations that accurately depict various plant species, including their flowers, leaves, stems, and fruits. Illustrations should be suitable for both scientific publications and marketing materials.

- Research: Conduct thorough research on plant species to ensure accuracy in your illustrations. This includes studying botanical texts, herbarium specimens, and field observations.

- Collaboration: Work closely with agricultural scientists, researchers, and other stakeholders to understand their illustration needs and incorporate feedback into your work.

- Presentation Preparation: Prepare illustrations for presentations, publications, and exhibitions, ensuring they meet the required standards for clarity and professionalism.

- Digital Illustration: Utilize digital illustration tools and software to create and enhance botanical images, ensuring that they are optimized for various formats and platforms.

- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of your research and illustrations, including sources, sketches, and digital files, to facilitate transparency and reproducibility.

- Education & Outreach: Participate in educational initiatives, workshops, and public outreach events to promote knowledge of botany and agriculture through your illustrations.

- Trend Awareness: Stay updated on the latest trends and techniques in botanical illustration and related fields to continuously improve your skills and adapt to new technologies.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Botany, Horticulture, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in botanical illustration, with a strong portfolio showcasing your artistic style and technical skill.
- Proficiency in traditional and digital illustration techniques, including knowledge of software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar programs.
- Strong understanding of plant anatomy, taxonomy, and ecological relationships.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and engaging manner.
- Familiarity with agricultural practices and sustainable farming methods is a plus.

Other Information:

- This position may require occasional travel to agricultural sites or botanical gardens for fieldwork and research.
- Candidates should be prepared to provide a portfolio that demonstrates their skills and experience in botanical illustration.

Application Process:

If you are passionate about plants, art, and agriculture, and meet the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of your work to apply@emiratesrecruiter.com by 2024-09-15.

We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team!


Please inculde this job reference [32041-Botanical Illustrator] in the email when you send your application.

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