Using AI to Stay Creative and Curious: A Fiverr Pro’s Approach

From hesitant beginnings to becoming a top-rated Pro seller, Cristian R. has carved out a thriving niche on Fiverr with his studio’s vibrant children’s book illustrations and video trailer animations. Based in Spain and fluent in both English and Spanish, Cristian leads a talented team that brings stories to life with heart and imagination.

As demand for his work grew, Cristian embraced tools like Fiverr Ads, Seller Plus, the AI Personal Assistant and the AI Creation Model to scale smartly without sacrificing quality. In this interview, he shares how Fiverr has supported his growth, how AI helps him save time and attract new buyers — and why ultimately, staying creative means staying curious.

Tell us a bit about yourself and your Fiverr journey.

I have been familiar with the Fiverr platform for many years, as I have been in this industry since 2011. Initially, I believed that Fiverr was not the right fit for me, as I did not see much demand in the field of children's book development. However, over time and with extensive research, I realized that this assumption was incorrect and that the platform actually had great potential.

I joined Fiverr in 2019, but my initial experience was not very successful because I didn't fully understand how to structure my gigs or effectively market myself on the platform. Over time, I worked on improving my gig descriptions, optimizing the cover images, and selecting the right keywords—critical elements that help sellers get discovered in the correct category.

At first, the most in-demand gigs were for video trailers for children's books, so I focused most of my efforts on refining those gigs. This allowed me to level up and improve my performance metrics on the platform. The success I achieved with video trailers also helped me expand into the other side of my business—illustrations for children's books. This way, I was able to offer buyers a more comprehensive service, from creating illustrations for their books to promoting them with high-quality video trailers.

Another key factor that has contributed to my growth is the ability to promote my gigs using Fiverr Ads. While it is an initial investment, it is absolutely worth it due to the number of conversions it generates and the increased exposure it provides within the marketplace.

Finally, my Success Manager, Andy, has been incredibly helpful in optimizing the positioning of all my gigs. Additionally, the tools provided by Seller Plus have been invaluable in retaining clients through discounts and coupons, further enhancing my business on the platform.

What made you try the AI Personal Assistant and the Creation Model?

I am a technology enthusiast, particularly passionate about AI, so I received this news with great excitement. I have already experimented with platforms like Midjourney and Leonardo, exploring ways to integrate them into my workflow.

From the moment it became available, I started testing the creation model and quickly realized its immense potential to attract new buyers with minimal initial effort.

From the moment it became available, I started testing the creation model and quickly realized its immense potential to attract new buyers with minimal initial effort. And of course, if a buyer later wants a custom illustration, I would be more than happy to send a Custom Offer and start that professional relationship.

I believe that good communication is essential in any professional relationship, so the assistant seemed like a great opportunity to further enhance this aspect.

How have these tools enhanced your work in illustration and animation?

Regarding animation, there are no models available yet, but they will surely be released in the near future, and I will be among the first to test them.

The illustration model has already brought me two sales in a short time, which is great considering it is just starting to gain recognition among buyers.

As for the AI Personal Assistant, it is truly amazing—beyond what I could have expected. One of the biggest challenges was always having to stay glued to my phone to avoid missing potential new buyers. Receiving a message late often meant a lost opportunity. With the assistant, I no longer have that concern. Plus, it frequently handles buyers' indecisiveness, especially when they are unsure about what they want or whether I am the right fit for their project. It saves me valuable time that I can dedicate to improving my work.

What was your experience setting them up?

The model setup was quite simple and intuitive. The assistant made the process easy by gathering information from my profile, and I only needed to add a few details to the Knowledge Base to address specific inquiries from potential buyers.

Configuring the illustration model was also very straightforward, and when testing it in the Playground, I was quite impressed by how accurately the output images matched my illustration style.

One important factor to ensure high-quality images from the model is to use reference images with a very similar style.

One important factor to ensure high-quality images from the model is to use reference images with a very similar style. Additionally, if you want buyers to generate scenes with cats and dogs, for example, make sure to include examples of cats and dogs in the model.

What would you say to other freelancers thinking about using these tools?

I believe this is a great opportunity for freelancers like us to make our time more valuable, as time is our most important asset, by optimizing our communication with clients. We can even reach a purchase without having to speak directly with the buyer.

It helps you visualize whether the idea you have for a scene is relevant to the narrative, without even picking up a pencil.

Even the illustration model can be a tool to sketch a scene for a buyer, even if it’s not a purchase for the AI model. It helps you visualize whether the idea you have for a scene is relevant to the narrative, without even picking up a pencil.

And for animators, who still don’t have available models, the assistant truly helps to maintain a 24/7 business, where potential clients can get answers to their questions instantly, also valuing the buyer's time.

What excites you about the future of work for freelancing?

Well, I believe it has been more than proven in recent years that AI is here to stay, and those who do not adapt will be left behind.

It’s not here to replace anyone’s job. On the contrary, I believe AI will bring a whole new world of possibilities and new professions that we haven’t even imagined yet.

While some people view this technological advancement as a threat, I consider it just another tool we can use to our full benefit, and it’s not here to replace anyone’s job. On the contrary, I believe AI will bring a whole new world of possibilities and new professions that we haven’t even imagined yet.

In the specific case of my work, I think it will help create children's books in less time, as many things can be tested more quickly and efficiently. And if there's one thing every buyer wants, it's to have their delivery as soon as possible, right?

The personal assistant also helps me "digest" the client's information better, so when it reaches me, I have a clearer understanding of what the client wants for each illustration or how they want their animation, shortening times and improving the workflow with the client.

I am really happy with these new Fiverr tools and truly hope they continue to improve so I can offer an even more efficient and creative service to my buyers.

Inspired by Cristian’s journey? Visit his Fiverr profile to explore his work and see how he’s using AI to bring stories to life.