Comic Writer Intern
Comic Writer Intern
Summary
Resilience Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving mental health while addressing challenges such as mass shootings, suicide, depression, declining test scores, low student engagement, and other social issues.
Our organization develops Social Emotional Learning (SEL) tools that help K–12 schools teach emotional intelligence through five core competencies: self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, relationship management, goal setting, and effective decision-making. We also provide resources that inspire hope, resilience, and overall well-being.
Our mission is to bring Social Emotional Learning to every school in the country. We believe that "No Challenge, No Change." If you are passionate about using your artistic talents to make a meaningful impact on children's mental health and education, we encourage you to join Resilience Inc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and creating stimulating and entertaining comic book volumes tailored toward a K-12 audience.
- Familiarize yourself with the comic book / graphic novel format.
- Collaborate with the other members of the writing team to edit and proofread previously written material, ensuring a high standard of quality, grammar, and consistency throughout the series.
- Participate in weekly meetings to receive new instructions and communicate with the other members of the comics team.
- Communicate with members of the artist team to create a product everyone can be satisfied with.
- Contribute actively to discussions and offer creative insights.
Qualifications
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
- Work independently.
- Ability to work on a team and attend weekly remote meetings.
- Strong passion for creative writing and storytelling.
- Reliable, punctual.
- Pay attention to details.
- Consistently communicate with team members.
- An open mind and eager to improve critical skills.
- Minimum of 5-10 hours per week, with flexibility during exams week.
- Strong passion for the comic book medium!
Must provide a portfolio of narrative-based written works; i.e., short stories, prose, scripts, etc. that best display your fitness as a collaborative comic book writer.