r/MangaArtistForHire

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[HIRING] Manga Artist for 60-Page Shōnen One-Shot — Lord of Lightnings

Hello! I'm looking for a professional manga artist to illustrate a 60-page manga one-shot (approximately 460 panels) based on my completed hand-drawn storyboard.

I currently have 13 storyboard sheets mapping out all ~460 panels, which will be expanded into approximately 60 finished manga pages. The storyboards include compositions, dialogue, character placement, and story progression. I'm looking for an artist who can take these rough storyboard panels and render them into professional-quality, digital, print-ready manga pages.

I also have a detailed design document covering the world, setting, characters, visual style, and story, along with the complete storyboard for reference.

I'm specifically looking for an artist experienced in professional-quality shōnen/sequential manga artwork. Target quality: Comparable to professionally published shōnen manga such as Blue Lock or Naruto; these are quality references, not requests to copy their exact art styles.

Final deliverables: 60-page black-and-white manga, 600 DPI, print-ready PDF + layered source files (PSD/TIFF).

This is a paid project. Rate is negotiable based on portfolio, experience, and quality.

Please send your portoflio if interested.

Attached are samples of my original storyboard alongside AI-generated concept visualizations based on my storyboard, as well as character references and visual/quality references from My Hero Academia, Blue Lock, and Naruto. The AI images are for visual direction/reference only; all final manga artwork will be created by the hired artist.

u/SnooRadishes6677 — 1 day ago
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Aquí le dejo un dibujo de mi personaje de mi universo de fantasía y ciencia ficción

u/Uveh234 — 1 day ago

[HIRING] Looking for a manga artist for long-term project: Fault Lines

Hi! I'm looking for a manga artist that can bring my sci-fi story, Fault Lines, to life.

NO AI PLEASE. ONLY SERIOUS AND COMMITTED ARTISTS APPLY.

✨✨✨

The job:

- Freelance long-term project (years). This should feel more like a collaboration than a "hiring", I will value your input in all areas though I will make the final decisions.

- Initial budget of 100€/month.

- Weekly or monthly page/design deliverables. You will be provided with page + panel scripts and/or detailed explanations.

- End goal: This is a passion project, so the first goal is to finish the manga. After that, it's possible we could sell it, but it's not the main goal.

- Commercial rights needed. You will be credited as the artist of every volume/book.

- Payment: bizum/bank transfer, I can adapt as long as it's secure. For the first deliverable I will pay 50% before project and the other 50% after delivery to build trust. After that, payments will be made only after delivery.

💖💖💖

The manga:

- Fault Lines is a sci-fi political thriller with romance, drama and magical abilities sprinkled in.

- Audience: Young Adult / Adult

- The worldbuilding, plot and characters are all done.

- Three interconnected story arcs have been plotted out: The Healer, The Seer and The Hypnotist.

- Art style: studio ghibli style with semi-detailed eyes, not too "serious" but not childish, although chibi can be used sometimes for humor. Sci-fi and magical world-building is important, so drawing those aspects accurately is important too.

🌌🌌🌌

Your role:

- Understand the world, the plot and the characters deeply.

- Draw manga panels and pages according to the script.

- Draw the story in an emotionally nuanced and visually cinematic way, translating the emotional and plot beats effectively onto the page.

- Adapt the worldbuilding and character descriptions to the page, ensuring visual consistency with the canon.

- Provide sketches/drafts for revisions before final deliveries.

- Occasionally design canon characters / world / tech (references and detailed descriptions are provided, but you may have creative freedom in some cases)

- Occasionally draw volume covers or other colored illustrations.

🦋🦋🦋

Who you are (must-haves):

- Availability to commit to a years-long project. Please abstain from applying if you're not sure.

- Proven ability to draw in desired art style (shown in portfolio): studio ghibli style with semi-detailed eyes, not too "serious" but not childish, although chibi can be used sometimes for humor. Cinematic shots. Sci-fi and magical world-building is important, so drawing those aspects accurately is important too.

- Proven ability to draw more realistic full-color illustrations (shown in portfolio).

- A love for sci-fi, romance, fantasy, drama and political thriller.

- Ability to stick to deadlines.

- Attention to detail, creative and cinematic.

🐝🐝🐝

Please share your portfolios / art below if you're interested. Thank you! ❤️

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u/Aina98 — 5 days ago
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Hello!!! I’m looking for an artist to collab with or at least someone who also wants to be involved in the idealization and world creation part, even if someone doesn’t know how to draw, just a conceptual partner would be enough

About me, Male, Italian, 19yo, I can speak English or Italian proficiently, I don’t want to be rude but I’d rather not work with minors or at least understand the age of 16, due to legal reasons connected to profits or other things

Hello, like I wrote in the title, I’m looking for either an artist or even just someone who is interested in a collab for my manhwa idea, to share the creation and idealization side, if there is an artist who’s down to do so even better, as we could make images as we go to envision the project better, coupe of details

I’m sorry to preface this to all artists, but as everyone has their own style, for my manhwa I’m strict and already have a style envisioned, so I hope no one gets offended if I reject a drawling style, not because I don’t like them, simply because they don’t fit what I’m trying to make, styles I’d enjoy are

Realistic on the
Legend of the northern blade
Windbreaker (Bicylces)
Type manhwas

If you still are interested in the collab even though your drawing style doesn’t imitate these, please feel free to send me drafts or your art, I’ll consider anyone properly either way

For everyone else, who is simply interested in the conceptual side here are a couple of details

The manhwa is a murim/martial arts based manhwa, I envision a big project and already have the main storyline down, and trust me it’s long, long enough to hopefully be picked up by an editor, unfortunately it is an unpaid project for now, but eventually I’m down to equally share any profit if the manhwa gets attention,
And I want to preface I don’t need someone who accepts any idea I throw out and are down just to be there and hopefully make profits, I want them to engage actively, to discuss world building, scripting, ideas of any kind, because when argumenting I get the best ideas, this goes for both artists or just eventual conceptual partners, please dm me or write comments under this post and I’d be more than happy to answer in as much detail as possible

Couple of details about the manhwa itself

Follows the journey of a young martial artist who doesn’t have a home anymore so he wanders around the world, in fact the thistle of the manhwa and his eventual title in the murim would be

The Nomad

Please, I hope you can first engage with the post before dismissing a potential collaboration

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u/atzzoca — 5 days ago

[HIRING] Anime/Manga Character Artist for Long-Term Game Project — $50–$75 Per Character

Hi, I’m looking for an anime/manga character artist for my indie game, Rise of the General.

This is a long-term project with at least 8 months of ongoing work for the right artist.

ART STYLE

I am specifically looking for anime/manga character artwork with a visual direction similar to Kingdom.

I will attach an example image showing the type of character style I am looking for.

I am NOT looking for:

  • Western/cartoon-style characters
  • Realistic or semi-realistic portraits
  • Chibi artwork
  • Children’s cartoon styles
  • 3D artwork

The characters should clearly look like they belong in a serious anime/manga historical war game.

The game is set during the Warring States period of ancient China, so that the characters will include soldiers, commanders, strategists, civilians, generals, and other historically inspired designs.

BUDGET

$50–$75 USD per character, depending on the complexity and quality of the work.

There will be consistent character work available if we are a good fit.

IMPORTANT — HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, please include:

  1. A sample of YOUR artwork that directly matches the anime/manga style I am requesting.
  2. Your payment methods.
  3. Your general availability for a long-term project.

Please attach/show the artwork directly.

Messages that only contain portfolio links, website links, Carrd links, Instagram links, etc. will be ignored.

I need to immediately see an example that demonstrates you can draw the specific type of anime/manga characters I am requesting.

Please do not apply with unrelated artwork and tell me that you “can adapt” to the style. I am specifically looking for an artist who already has experience drawing this type of anime character art.

If your sample matches what I am looking for, I will contact you directly to discuss the project and the first character.

Project: Rise of the General
Studio: Nani Studios LLC
Duration: At least 8 months / ongoing
Budget: $50–$75 per character

u/ChickenTheGreneral — 5 days ago
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[Hiring] Looking for Long-Term Artist

Hi, I’m looking for an illustrator for a graphic novel series.
I am currently writing a long form graphic novel series, but am in need of a talented artist to bring my vision to life.
I am specifically looking for comic/manga style artists, but any and all inquires are welcome.
It is my hope that this will be a longer partnership. So budget, commissions, and/or employment types are up for discussion.
If you are interested for more details, respond to this post and I will message you directly to avoid spam or scams.

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u/KingsCallAuthor — 6 days ago
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[Artist Wanted]

25yo Studio Founder Seeking Co-Creator Partner for Music-Driven Seinen Thriller 'White Hayven' (Equal Partnership)

Hey everyone! I am a 25-year-old writer and the founder of Saint L.C. Studios. I have a massive, fully completed 4-season master script pipeline ready to go (spanning over 560 pages of material), and I am looking for a dedicated artist partner who wants to build a universe together as an equal co-creator duo.

I am not looking for a mechanical worker who just wants a quick gig—I want a true creative partner. I am completely willing to work side-by-side with you to shape the product, adapt the script pages, and tailor the panel pacing to fit your absolute best artistic strengths and visual style.

Project Style & Concept:
"White Hayven" is a gritty, high-velocity, adult psychological Seinen thriller. Think "Code Geass" rebellion stakes mixed with the dark streetwear aesthetic of "Gachiakuta" and the raw psychological intensity of "Tokyo Ghoul."

The narrative follows an underground insurgent cell called The Hive executing high-stakes midnight raids against an oppressive, neon-drenched corporate infrastructure distribution grid. It centers around a main character named Mugi who is hiding an elite royal bloodline to systematically dismantle and overthrow his tyrannical grandfather's empire from the absolute inside.

To give you a taste of the raw visual pacing across our 4-season pipeline, here are some of the peak cinematic moments we will be co-creating right out of the gate:

  • The Subway Grid Blackout: A breakneck action sequence where a synchronized alternative rock track drops on the exact frame an infrastructure link is severed, plunging a high-speed corporate transport line into pitch blackness while the high-contrast silhouettes of the insurgents move through the shadows.
  • The Late-Night Diner Standoff: A high-tension, slower psychological chapter set inside a rain-slicked, neon-lit roadside diner. The characters are completely unwinding after a raid, but the entire scene builds an suffocating mental weight as characters trade heavy, calculated dialogue over a low, slow alternative R&B bassline, building a complex love triangle and deep internal trust issues.
  • The Grandfather Confrontation Reveal: The monumental turning point where Mugi’s hidden imperial lineage is violently exposed, shifting the story from street-level urban guerrilla operations into a massive, multi-generational psychological war of masterminds.

The signature identity of this project relies heavily on an editing rhythm synchronized directly to music—matching stylized line art, deep blacks, and aggressive panel flow with early 2000s post-grunge and alternative R&B track tempos (Deftones, Linkin Park, Aaliyah).

What I Have Ready:
I write directly with an animator's eye for frame rates, camera cuts, and visual audio cues. I have complete panel breakdowns, full wardrobe tracking sheets, and episodic roadmaps ready to put on your desk. If you can visualize high-contrast silhouette panels, tech-wear fashion aesthetics, and musical timing cuts, let's build this world together.

NOTE ON COMMUNICATION:
My Reddit chat and direct messaging features are completely back up and running smoothly! Feel free to hit me up with a DM right here on the platform to talk details. Alternatively, if you prefer email or want to send over portfolio links directly, you can reach me at michaelmcconnell0825@gmail.com with the subject line "BASS DROP". Let's connect!

God bless,
Michael McConnell

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u/vosscent — 4 days ago
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[For Hire] Artist looking for a paid work! Comic page is 40$ and a full body charter illustration is 20$! Here are some Green Lantern pages I just finished! ( My portfolio https://www.artstation.com/uriel17 )

u/ElKurtCoBeans — 4 days ago

[PAID] Looking for a Manga/Comic Artist for a 4-Page Pilot

Hi! I’m the author of Eyes of Eternity, a dark fantasy/superpower story that I’m currently publishing as a light novel.

I’m looking for a manga/comic artist who would be interested in working with me on a small 4-page paid pilot.

What I’m looking for:

* Manga/comic-style artwork

* Character expressions and action scenes

* Someone interested in potentially continuing the collaboration if the pilot goes well

What I provide:

* The story/script

* Character/world information

* Clear descriptions of the scenes

* Reference material when needed

This is a paid collaboration, and I’m happy to discuss the artist’s rates before starting.

The goal is to create a short sample of Eyes of Eternity as a manga and see where we can take the project from there.

If you’re interested, feel free to comment or message me with some examples of your work and your rates.

Thank you!

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u/Ok_Disk_5550 — 4 days ago

[COLLABORATION] Looking for a Manga Artist for an Original Dark Fantasy / Horror Project

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Hello everyone!

I'm an independent writer and creator currently looking for a manga artist interested in collaborating on an original dark fantasy / supernatural horror project called Blood and Steel (Du sang et d'acier).

The Story

At sixteen, Gunko returns to Japan after spending seven years abroad. He expects nothing more than to inherit his late grandfather's old house.

But deep inside the attic, he discovers an ancient relic that completely changes his life.

He is soon dragged into a hidden world existing beneath ordinary society, where the Calamities — monstrous creatures that feed on human flesh, blood and humanity's darkest vices — hunt their prey.

To survive, Gunko joins the Order, a secret organization dedicated to hunting them.

Their most powerful weapons are the Jiketsu — living, conscious swords that form a symbiotic bond with their wielders and grant them superhuman abilities through an energy called the Flux, the life force of the soul.

But there is a terrible price:

Once someone awakens a Jiketsu, they have only fifteen years left to live.

Gunko is forced to accept this symbiosis and enter a secret war that has existed for generations.

As he discovers more about the Order, the Calamities and the Jiketsu, he begins to realize that the boundary between human and monster is not as clear as he once believed.

What I'm looking for

I'm looking for an artist who is interested in manga and sequential storytelling, particularly someone who enjoys:

Dark fantasy and supernatural horror

Character design

Sword fights and action

Monster / creature design

Japanese environments

Dramatic and emotional storytelling

Worldbuilding

I'm not looking for someone who simply wants to make a single illustration. I'd like to find someone who could potentially become a long-term creative partner as the project develops.

About the collaboration

I want to be transparent: I'm currently an independent creator and I don't have the financial resources to fully fund a manga project at this stage.

I'm therefore looking for an artist who genuinely likes the concept and would be interested in discussing a possible creative collaboration.

I'm not expecting someone to work for free indefinitely. My goal is to find the right person first, develop the project together, and explore possible ways to make the project financially viable as it grows.

I already have a substantial amount of material developed, including the story, characters, world, power system and overall direction, and I can share more with anyone interested.

If the concept interests you, please send me a DM with your portfolio and a little information about yourself.

Even if you're not available for a full collaboration, I'd still be happy to hear your thoughts.

Language

French is my native language, but I can communicate and collaborate comfortably in both French and English. English-speaking artists are therefore very welcome!

Thank you for reading! 🙏

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u/NHK242 — 4 days ago

teen/adult webtoon artist 😝😝

Hi stranger

I am actually also a teenager who is looking for a teen artist who is willing to try our luck and see if we could make a webtoon together and make some money 🤑 so no I don't have money 😭to pay you but IF YOU ARE WILLING to give a try, message me and I can give you the ideas I have for these. Trust me I do actually have good plots, I actually have two books that I wanna make and if you want to also add ideas we can actually work together. So please if you're bored and wanna give this a try please contact mee. So seee you soon future partner 👋adios

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u/Wild-Major-2141 — 4 days ago

Looking for an artist collaborator for an original Webtoon!

Stargazing is a sapphic drama about two 19-year-old women who meet in New York while dealing with complicated pasts and family secrets. I'm looking for someone interested in developing the visual side of the project with me. This is currently an unpaid passion project, but I'm hoping to build it into something we can be proud of together.

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u/RedHood4269 — 6 days ago
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[Paid] 2-weeks of testing: 1 manga artist + 1 manga writer ($100 each)

We're building a manga production tool and need two working creators to work together with us on improving it.

Artist: Draws manga, comics, or webtoon pages regularly. Any tool, any level.

Writer: Writes comic scripts, storyboards, or ネーム. No drawing needed.

What it involves:

- Page/scene produced in our tool at your own pace

- Simple time log as you go

- Ongoing communication with our team throughout the 2 weeks

- 60-min debrief at the end: what worked, what didn't, what's missing.

You keep full rights to everything you make. Fully remote.

Bonus for the selected artist: You'll get the opportunity to have your work published on a Japanese manga publishing platform. Your older work qualifies: You just need at least one completed chapter.

Apply by 15th August: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0y0gdRnNyNRLlDZLTsEtv89ha0uhk1Pj-Dukq6t6m-qCCUw/formResponse

Happy to answer questions in comments.

u/Icy_Name9777 — 8 days ago
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​"أهلاً، أنا تسنيم، فتاة عربية كتبت قصة مطلوب رسام ويبتون لمشروع خيال علمي وفنتازيا مظلمة ممزوجة بالكوميديا (بأسلوب المانوا الكورية) [مشروع تعاوني / غير مدفوع]

القصة عبارة عن خيال علمي، فانتتازيا، بناء عوالم، وبعض من الكوميديا. الفصل الأول جاهز، رجاءً من المهتمين إرسال تعليق أو الإرسال على الخاص. مطلوب رسام ويبتون لمشروع خيال علمي وفنتازيا مظلمة ممزوجة بالكوميديا المظلمة (بأسلوب المانوا الكورية) [مشروع تعاوني / غير مدفوع]

أهلاً بالجميع!

أنا كاتبه وأبحث عن رسام شغوف للتعاون معي في إنجاز مشروع قصة خيال علمي وفنتازيا مظلمة ممزوجة بـ الكوميديا أبحث عن شخص يتقن الرسم بأسلوب الويبتون الكوري ويجيد رسم تعبيرات الوجوه الكوميدية والدرامية للشخصيات.

ملاحظة هامة: هذا عمل تعاوني غير مدفوع في الوقت الحالي الهدف هو بناء عمل عالي الجودة معاً، ونشره، وتقاسم أي أرباح مستقبلية (عبر منصات مثل Webtoon أو الدعم الجماعي) بنسبة 50/50.

ملخص القصة:

طفل يمتلك قروناً وعيوناً ذهبية يخرج من بيضة متوهجة داخل منشأة مظلمة، ليقع فوراً في أيدي علماء يتعاملون معه كحقل تجارب تحت اسم "التجربة 555". ما يبدو كبداية مظلمة لقصة خيال علمي يتحول سريعاً إلى أحداث ملؤها الفوضى والكوميديا المظلمة بينما يتعامل هذا الطفل ذو القوى الغامضة مع موقفه الغريب.

تفاصيل المشروع:

* التصنيف: كوميديا مظلمة / خيال علمي / فنتازيا / أكشن.

* النسق: ويبتون (صفحات للتمرير العمودي

* أسلوب الرسم المطلوب: مانوا كورية

* حالة المشروع: سيناريو الفصل الأول جاهز ومكتوب بالكامل الكوميكس

إذا كنت مهتماً بالتعاون، يرجى إرسال رسالة خاصة تحتوي على رابط لمعرض أعمالك أو نماذج من رسمك.

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u/Nearby-Coconut-966 — 6 days ago