Rachel Hill is the Membership Director at the Association of Illustrators. Through the AOI, Rachel advises illustrators on self-promotion, portfolios, negotiation and copyright. Having previously worked as an Illustration Agent, Rachel is passionate about helping illustrators take the next step in their careers.
The Association of Illustrators is a British trade association for illustration, to advance and protect illustrators' rights. The AOI promotes and encourages commercial and ethical standards within the industry, to improve the standing of illustration as a profession. Established in 1973, the AOI is now a global community of illustrators, collectives, agencies and universities. As a membership based organisation, the AOI champions illustrators and the illustration industry with education, promotion and campaigning to achieve a thriving industry for us all.