Illustrator with comic/manga experience to support ongoing brand and comic work

Posted 3 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

I'm looking for an illustrator to join on an ongoing, part-time monthly retainer to create artwork for my streetwear brand (NRDA Studios) and original comic series (Dark Hero). What you'll be working on: Comic book panels and pages for "Dark Hero: Origins" A header illustration for "Dark Hero: Origins" Dark Hero character pose illustrations for stickers and merch Concept art for 3D-printed collectible pieces (character poses designed to be sculpted into physical figures) Requirements: Comic/manga illustration experience (panels, layouts, sequential storytelling) Ability to match an established character style from reference art Minimum of 2-3 illustrations per week Comfortable with an ongoing monthly retainer, not one-off gigs Details: $250 USD/month, with room for a raise based on work quality and consistency Up to 3 rounds of revisions per piece Full commercial rights transfer on delivery (work-for-hire) If you love manga/anime-style art and want to help build an original comic universe from the ground up, I'd love to see your portfolio.

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  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
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Member since Aug 8, 2026
  • United States
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