Comic Artist – Webtoon
Twine · Canada
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $5,000 / year
- Canada
Job highlights
- Illustrate 25 pages of a superhero comic.
- Focus on expressive characters and dynamic action.
- Collaborate with a passionate remote team.
- Expand your sequential art portfolio.
- Milestone-based payment with contract provided.
About the role
Comic Artist – Webtoon
Join an exciting comic project as a sequential comic artist, bringing to life a dynamic superhero story centered on Lucia Lopez, a girl whose drawings become reality. The project is a 25-page, 122-panel issue with a focus on expressive character emotions, clear panel layouts, and engaging visual storytelling. The style should be reminiscent of The Wayne Family Adventures (Webtoon), blending action, superhero conflict, and emotional depth, inspired by Invincible and My Hero Academia. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career artists or those looking to expand their sequential art portfolio. The role involves close collaboration with a small, passionate team aiming to grow the project into a larger series. Payment is milestone-based, with a clear contract and NDA provided.
Responsibilities
- Illustrate all 25 pages of the comic, ensuring consistency with the established character designs and script
- Design and execute panel layouts that enhance readability and narrative flow
- Convey strong character emotions and dynamic action sequences
- Collaborate with the team to refine visual storytelling and meet project milestones
- Incorporate feedback and revisions as needed to achieve the desired style and tone
- Adhere to project deadlines and maintain open communication throughout production
Skills And Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in sequential comic art, with a portfolio showcasing completed pages or webtoons
- Ability to illustrate expressive characters and dynamic action scenes
- Proficiency in digital illustration tools (e.g., Clip Studio Paint, Photoshop, Procreate)
- Strong understanding of panel composition, pacing, and visual storytelling
- Familiarity with the visual style of Webtoon comics and superhero genres
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a remote setting
- Availability to commit to the full 25-page project, with potential for future work
- Willingness to sign a contract and NDA prior to project start
About Twine
Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.
Our Mission
Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.
Key skills/competency
- Comic Artist
- Webtoon
- Sequential Art
- Digital Illustration
- Character Design
- Panel Layout
- Visual Storytelling
- Superhero Genre
- Clip Studio Paint
- Photoshop
Skills & topics
- Comic Artist
- Webtoon
- Sequential Art
- Digital Illustration
- Character Design
- Panel Layout
- Visual Storytelling
- Superhero
- Clip Studio Paint
- Photoshop
- Procreate
- Freelance
- Creative
- Artist
- Twine
How to get hired
- Showcase your comic art portfolio: Highlight sequential art, expressive characters, and dynamic action. Tailor it to the Webtoon style.
- Tailor your application: Emphasize your digital illustration skills (Clip Studio Paint, Photoshop, Procreate) and understanding of panel composition.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Mention experience working in remote teams and communicating effectively.
- Express project commitment: Confirm availability for the full 25-page project and interest in future work.
- Review Twine's platform: Understand how Twine connects freelancers and companies for creative projects.
Technical preparation
Master Clip Studio Paint, Photoshop, or Procreate.,Develop dynamic action and emotional expressions.,Practice clear panel layouts and pacing.,Study Webtoon and superhero art styles.
Behavioral questions
How do you handle creative feedback?,Describe your remote collaboration experience.,How do you manage project deadlines?,Showcase your passion for comic storytelling.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the expected timeline for the 25-page comic project?
- While a specific timeline isn't provided, the role emphasizes adhering to project deadlines and maintaining open communication. As it's milestone-based, progress will be tracked through distinct stages of the 25 pages.
- What specific digital illustration tools are preferred for this Comic Artist role at Twine?
- The job description specifically mentions proficiency in digital illustration tools such as Clip Studio Paint, Photoshop, and Procreate. Demonstrating experience with these tools will be beneficial for your application.
- Is there an opportunity for long-term work after completing the initial 25 pages?
- Yes, the job description explicitly states there is potential for future work beyond the initial 25-page project, suggesting this could lead to a longer-term collaboration if the project expands.
- What kind of portfolio is most effective for a Comic Artist applying to this Twine opportunity?
- An effective portfolio for this Comic Artist role should showcase your experience in sequential comic art, including completed pages or webtoons. It should highlight your ability to illustrate expressive characters, dynamic action scenes, and clear panel layouts in a style similar to Webtoons.
- How does Twine handle contracts and payment for freelance projects like this Comic Artist position?
- Twine provides a clear contract and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) prior to project commencement. Payment for this role is milestone-based, ensuring you are compensated as you complete specific stages of the artwork.
- What is the primary style and inspiration for this Webtoon comic project?
- The comic project aims for a style reminiscent of 'The Wayne Family Adventures' on Webtoon, blending elements inspired by 'Invincible' and 'My Hero Academia'. The focus is on expressive characters, clear panel layouts, and engaging visual storytelling within a superhero narrative.