Comic book creator page rates, tools, and resources
We’ve had many requests to expand our content for comic book editors (freelance and otherwise). Editing in comics can be pretty extensive, especially for those who oversee the artwork and the scheduling as well (we’ll touch on this in another post later). As an editor in comics, it’s equally important to have a contract established…
Contracts exist to protect all the partners involved, and to help clarify expectations. They should help both the publisher and the artist know what’s involved in the project, and let everyone make the most informed decision possible. Here’s our sample contract (click the link to be taken to the downloadable template) we use for anthologies, with…
Anthologies are a great way to break into comic books as a creator. It’s a great way to showcase range and different voices as they tell their version or interpretation of theme or concept that unites the book. Lots more anthologies have popped up over the years and that is absolutely wonderful to see. On…
No matter what level you’re at in the industry, contracts are vital and important. Whether it’s between you and a publisher or you and an editor, or you and a co-collaborator, making sure that what you’re all doing is laid on paper is very important. Even if you’re working with a friend, it’s important to make…
On September 1, Creator Resource hosted a panel at Fan Expo Canada with a number of wonderful creators. We recorded the audio from that panel and have cleaned it up for everyone who wasn’t able to attend the show in person. The panel information is below, followed by the audio for you to enjoy. Moderators: Eric…
Sarah Gaydos joined Oni Comics in June as the Editorial Director of Licensed Publishing. Previously, she edited IDW’s Star Trek line, and oversaw properties owned by Disney, Hasbro, Dreamworks, and more. Sarah sat down with us to answer questions about working on licensed comics, and what creators need to know when deciding to work on…
Sarah Gaydos joined Oni Comics in June as the Editorial Director of Licensed Publishing. Previously, she edited IDW’s Star Trek line, and oversaw properties owned by Disney, Hasbro, Dreamworks, and more. Sarah sat down with us to answer questions about working on licensed comics, and what creators need to know when deciding to work on…
Note: This is not legal advice and is provided for information purposes only. The topics discussed in this post apply to U.S. law and are not a complete statement of the law. If you are in need of legal advice, please consult with an attorney who can provide specific legal advice to meet your needs….
When it comes to comics contracts they can often be hard to parse and full of confusing language. Here at Creator Resource we’re hoping to make the process of signing a contract and making comics a lot more transparent. So here’s a quick guide to the three most common types of comic book contracts that…
In every industry, contracts can be a very tricky thing. With comic books, you want to be exceptionally careful as this is your creative work you’re putting out there in the world. Knowing what your rights are when it comes to getting published is extremely important, so let’s talk about resources that can help you get…