We are looking for a talented illustrator or character designer to create a unique mascot character for our Japanese-themed retail brand, Konbini.

Our business sells Japanese products (including ceramics, stationery, and lifestyle goods) and we are looking to develop a mascot that can become a recognisable part of our brand identity.

The character will be used across marketing materials, packaging, social media, and merchandise, so the design needs to be visually appealing, memorable, and versatile.
Style Direction

We are aiming for a design that feels:
Modern and "cool"

Appealing to a younger demographic

Inspired by Japanese pop culture and traditional aesthetics

Suitable for apparel and merchandise

We are also open to retro Japanese design influences.

The mascot will need to work well for:
promotional graphics

packaging

clothing/merchandise

digital marketing content

The project will require full commercial usage rights for worldwide and perpetual use.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for designers who:
Have experience designing mascots or character brands

Have a style compatible with Japanese pop culture or kawaii character design

Understand how to create characters that work well for merchandising

Please include examples of mascot or character design work in your portfolio.

Budget is flexible depending on experience and portfolio quality.

Konbini is an online retailer specialising in Japanese products and lifestyle goods. Our goal is to create a brand that feels authentic, fun, and connected to Japanese culture.

Contract duration of 1 to 3 months.

Mandatory skills:
Graphic Design, Colorful Style, Clothing, Illustration, Contemporary Style, Print Design, Character Design, Brand Identity & Guidelines, Retail & Consumer Goods, Social Media Imagery