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An upcoming zine featuring Konoha’s favorite sensei: Hatake Kakashi. Coming mid-to-late 2024!
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For our portfolio link, is it okay if our Ao3 is locked to members only?
Hello, yes, it's okay! <3
I've just submit a new page artist application, I hope that's okay and doesn't ruin my chances of acceptance! I was recently told I could put my unpublished zine pieces in my portfolio, so I wanted to re-apply since I couldn't edit my first response 💀 ANYWAYS! Thanks for all your hardwork to make this project a reality!
Hi hi! We got your new application and no worries, it's 100% okay 💚
For our portfolios, would a PDF thats in drive be allowed? Vs single images in a folder I mean!
Hi hi!! Yes, that's totally fine <3
Hi! How many applications have you received so far for each position?
Hello! We will not be disclosing the exact number of applications received during the application period as it could potentially impact future applications! Thank you for understanding 💚
Is it possible to apply as a writer for only the NSFW sidezine portion?
Hi hi!! No, our NSFW zine is an optional zine for our accepted contributors so to write for it, you'd need to be accepted as a main SFW zine writer 💚
Hi! I noticed your requirement to have the cover artist also draw a regular page illustration. That would be a lot of work for an artist, though, as the cover takes significantly more time-- is there a specific reason this rule exists? If not, is the team willing to reconsider?
Hello hello!! 🥰 Zines do this differently, but it's not entirely uncommon for our cover artist to create a page art piece too, and our mods have had it be a success in the past (and the chosen artist is always super excited - especially since they always know they're pitching to do both)!! There are several reasons why we are doing it this way, but please be assured that not only did we consider all options for accepting a cover artist, but we also carefully thought it over before deciding. So, that being said, we will be keeping the requirement 🥹💚 We hope you understand!!!
Hey! I'm really excited for this zine, although my main focus for it is the merch. Would there be a physical/digital merch only bundle?
Hi, hi!! Yes, we'll have a merch-only bundle 🥰💚
Heads up there's a typo in your carrd (no need to answer this question). It says "A Naruto fanzine dedicated to Hatake Katashi"
Haha, thank you! Fixed :)
Will there be apps for alternative artists like cosplayers, crafters, etc.?
Hi hi! While we ADORE alternative styles of art like cosplayers, poetry, crafters, etc, we'll only be accepting page artists (single-page, spread, and comics), merch artists, and fic writers for this zine. Thank you! <3
How many guests contributors are you planning to invite?
Hi hi! We don't have a clear contributor count yet as we're still waiting for our interest check to close but we estimate anywhere from 1-4 guest page artists, 1-2 guest merch artists, and 1-3 guest writers. After our interest check closes, we'll be posting a complete application guide + updated details on our contributor count! Thank you so much :)
AHHHH a Kakashi zine in 2024! I just wanted to ask if applications would require Kakashi or Naruto samples? Thanks!! Will be EAGERLY following along 🥺🥺🥺
Hi Nonny-nin! We recommend one sample be Naruto, though it is not required! That way people more involved in other fandoms or new to the fandom can participate regardless of their current portfolio! Thank you so much for your excitement, we’re looking forward to seeing everyone’s applications! 💚🍃
Hello! I'm super excited to see a Kakashi centric zine! Just to make sure, would you be able to confirm if the mods and therefore the team/environment are not anti-leaning/are ship let ship? I know this is a genzine but I'm sure you understand why I'd like to clarify. Hope this okay!
Hi nonny-nin! All contributors are free to create whatever they like outside of the zine as long as they adhere to the rules and guidelines of the zine itself in regards to their zine pieces as well as their behavior as contributors of the zine. We will not tolerate harassment or bullying of any kind. If our contributors ever feel uncomfortable, we encourage them to engage with a mod directly. Hope this helps!
Hi! Is it possible to join your project now or is it too late?
Hi nonny-nin! Contributor applications open in July, so you have plenty of time to get your portfolio ready!
For our full schedule, feel free to check out our carrd!
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