#hqanimal zine
CONTRIBUTOR APPLICATIONS
2 days to go before applications open!
Take a good look at the application requirements to be ready when the time arrives!
The link for the requirements is here!
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our fifth guest is Nashi, working as an artist in the zine! Her cute style and comics make us laugh and warm our hearts. An artist truly made for this project!
INTEREST CHECK RESULTS
We are happy to present you the results of the Interest Check!
Thank you again to everyone who helped us make decisions for the project. We have got 155 responses.
Let’s show off our love for Haikyuu!! and animals together! ✨
Total number of responses: 155
Contribution to the zine (more than one answer was permitted)
Writer: 39
Page Artist: 74
Merch Artist: 44
Customer: 76
Supporter: 76
Format of the zine
Digital zine with digital merch: 21 (13,5%)
Digital zine with physical merch: 24 (15,5%)
Physical zine and merch: 110 (71%)
Number of writers
2 - 3: 11 (7%)
4 - 6: 65 (42%)
7 - 9: 45 (29%)
10 - 12: 34 (22%)
Number of page artists
12 - 14: 17 (11%)
15 - 17: 43 (27,7%)
18 - 20: 65 (41,9%)
21 - 22: 30 (19,4%)
Type of merchandise
No merchandise: 1 (0,7%)
Digital merch only: 16 (10,3%)
Physical merch only: 38 (24,5%)
Digital and digital merch: 100 (64,5%)
Type of physical merchandise - most popular (more than one answer was permitted)
Smaller prints: 116
Sticker sheets: 103
Charms: 101
Phone/ desktop wallpapers: 83
Die-cut stickers: 82
GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our fourth guest is Krispy, who will join us as a merch artist! We are happy to have her! Her adorable drawings bring a smile to our faces, making her perfect for designing merch!
INTEREST CHECK CLOSES
Our IC is now closed! We have received 155answers~
Thank you so much for your supprt and interest! ❤️ We will come back with the results soon. Stay tuned!
CONTRIBUTOR APPLICATIONS
Applications are opening pretty soon! Take a look at our guidelines and requirements!
Check them out here!
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HQ!! Animal Zine Schedule
Interest Check: February 19 - March 19
Contributor Applications: March 26 - May 7
Emails Sent: May 14
Pitches Due: May 21
Zine Assignments Finalized: May 28
Check-in #1: June 25
Check-in #2: July 16
Check-in #3: August 13
Final Submission: September 10
Preorders:October 22 - November 27
CONTRIBUTOR REQUIREMENTS
The Contributor Applications is opened until April 23rd.Make sure to read the requirements correctly!
General Portfolio Requirements for merchandise and page Artists and Writers
Present your best pieces with a singular functional link in the form.
There will be a possibility to share additional works through the portfolio option.
Please make sure the links are working and are accessible by anyone on the mod team. Any link that is not accessible will have their application voided.
NSFW samples are okay, but we would prefer SFW pieces. NSFW samples must be tagged as much.
Your portfolio must include at least 1 Haikyuu piece.
You are not required to have an animal in your samples/portfolio. However, we do recommend including at least one if you do have works with an animal or animal-features of any kind!
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Writer Requirements
3 of your best-written pieces.
Each sample must be between 1kand2.5kwords.
A portion of a longer chapter may be submitted, either as an excerpt in the shared document, or by clearly denoting which portion should be read (i.e., specific chapter of a multi/m-chapter fic or starting/ending sentence).
It can either be a published or unpublished piece.
At least one sample must be a finished piece (i.e. not an excerpt from a longer work) that falls within the zine word count (1.5k - 2.5kwords).
Writing Criteria:
Good pacing, flow, and storyline. Works should move smoothly between plot points and draw the reader into the world you’re building. What drives the story? What makes it unique and interesting?
Characterization. Readers should recognize the actions, personality, and motivations of in-story characters. If characters are placed in a different world or with a different set of values, how well-rounded are these traits? Is the reader able to agree and see your writing as true to the character?
Voice and styling. Writing should showcase your passion and/or the passion of your characters and/or narrators. Is there a point of view or opinion that readers will lean into? How does your story evoke emotion for your characters, and in turn, your readers?
Grammar, spelling, and formatting. Writing for the zine will be proofread and edited, but your work should be self-edited so that readers are able to easily follow along with your piece.
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PageArtist Requirements
5of your best pieces representing your art style.
At least 2 of these pieces should be in full color with a background (not just flat colors or sketches).
Traditional art is accepted, as long as it is scanned with good quality.
Comics are accepted, but with a maximum of 4panels.
Art Criteria:
Good knowledge of anatomy, color, lighting, composition, perspective, and form. All of these fundamentals help build works that are eye-catching, cohesive and aesthetically pleasing.
Consistent style. Artists are encouraged to showcase their varied styles and approaches to work! However, your application should allow us to evaluate your work and form an expectation of what style your piece will bring to the zine. Whether your art style(s) is realistic, cartoony, or experimental, does your artwork demonstrate a willingness to add your own touch and explore your creativity?
Ability to finish full pieces. Finished compositions and background work are crucial to display the worlds and/or environments in which your characters are placed.
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Merchandise Artist Requirements
5 of your best pieces representing your art style.
Merch artwork is preferred, but not required.
Merchandise Criteria:
Good knowledge of concept, colors, lines, and composition. All of these fundamentals help build works that are eye-catching for the merch vibe overall.
Consistent style. Merchandise artists are encouraged to showcase their varied styles and approaches to work! However, your application should allow us to evaluate your work and form an expectation of what style your merchandise will bring to the zine. Whether your art style(s) is realistic, cartoony, or experimental, does your artwork demonstrate a willingness to add your own touch and explore your creativity?
Ability to finish full pieces. Clean lines and attention to detail are crucial to bring a special shine to small scale charms, prints, bookmarks, and other merchandise.
We are impatient to look at your applications! Thank you for your support and interest! ✨
INTEREST CHECK COUNTDOWN
1 DAY left for the Interest Check! The clock is ticking very fast! We hope to make it the best zine ever—let us know what you want to see!
Here the form!
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our third guest is Abusedmember! She is the artist who will use her creativity and skills to show us a beautiful Cover! We are looking for it with her unique style!
INTEREST CHECK COUNTDOWN
Only 2 DAYS left for the Interest Check to close! Make sure you fill the form and share it with your friends! We are still all ears!
Link for the form here!
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INTEREST CHECK COUNTDOWN
Only 3 DAYS left for the Interest Check! Time is flying fast, make sure to share with us your preferences!
Here the form!
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our second guest is Amezure@amezure, as artist! She is ready to bring the animals and Haiyuu!! You probably know her by her funny and beautiful art with animals and Haikyuu!! characters! We are impatient to see what she will prepare…
INTEREST CHECK COUNTDOWN
Only 1 WEEK left for the Interest Check! Time passes so quickly. If you still haven’t filled out the form, there’s still the time!
Let’s make this project a reality by filling the form!
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our first guest is Esque, as writer! She is ready to bring the animals and Haiyuu!! together with her writing style full of fluff and humour! She really knows how to use words to create fabulous stories!
INTEREST CHECK COUNTDOWN
Only 2 WEEKS left until the Interest Check closes! Tell us your opinions about the project Don’t forget to share with friends!
View the form here!
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MOD INTRODUCTION
Our last moderator is Bella, the Graphics mod! She has a lot of experience and just as many ideas! She shares her sense of playfulness and beauty with never-seen-before graphics for the zine!
EMAIL RESULTS HAVE BEEN SENT
Thank you very much to everyone who applied! Please be sure to check your spam or promotional inboxes too.
If you have any questions, we are happy to answer them
✨ANNOUNCEMENT✨
Hello,
Some of the results mails have been send. However, due to a big storm and lack of electricity, our social mod was in the impossibility to send all the results mails, and will continue tomorrow.
Thank you for your understanding and patience!
CONTRIBUTOR APPLICATIONS CLOSE
The Contributor Applications are now closed! Thank you so much to everyone who have applied. Stay tuned for the results! Emails will be sent by May 14th
CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
This is the final day of applications! The forms will close on May 7th at 11:59PM GMT-9. Don’t miss this last chance to apply!
Here are the links for the forms:
Smol Owlkaashi designed by @/hqnashi! ✨
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
Only 2 days left to stun us with your art or writing (or even both)! There isn’t much time left!
Fill in the following forms:
The cute Kuroocat designed by @/hqnashi!⬛
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
There are 3 days left for contributor applications! Giddy up and don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Here are the forms:
The little Cowgayama by @/salmon_lord!
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
We are still at the end of our application period, with 5 days left only!
Here the links:
The little owl by @amezure ! ✨
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
Just 1 week left for applications! Don’t be late for sharing your talents with us!
Here the link for the forms:
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
The applications are now extended until May 7th!! Don’t miss the opportunity of two more weeks to apply
Here the forms:
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ANNOUNCEMENT
Hello!
As today is the day after Easter, the team has decided to extend Contributor Applications to May 7th!
That’s2 more weeks to apply for the Haikyuu!! Gone Wild Zine! Don’t miss this opportunity ✨
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
Just 1 week to go for applications! We are happy to see you sharing your talents with us!
Fill out a form here:
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
We are halfway through applications with 2 more weeks to go! Show us your beautiful pieces; we’d love to see them!
Find the forms here:
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CONTRIBUTOR APPS COUNTDOWN
We are still at the debut of our application period, with 3 weeks left! Thank you to everyone who’s already submitted—and if you haven’t yet, we’re hyped to see yours soon!
Here the links:
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our eighth and last guest is Maddox-Rider, as an artist! Her beautiful art show us plenty of scenes filled with love and friendship! Being an avid animal lover and an incredible artist, we are excited for what she has in mind for the zine!
GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our seventh guest is Tipe, as a page artist! Her use of perspective and expression of characters and details make her a beautiful addition to the zine!
GUEST SPOTLIGHT
Our sixth guest is Salmonfishuu, a merch artist! Given her skillful use of bright colors and adorable art that warms our heart, we’re more than happy to have her in the zine to design some pawesome merch!
CONTRIBUTOR APPS OPEN
Contributor Applications are now OPEN! You have until April 23rd 11h59PM GMT-9 to show us your beautiful skills Make sure to read the requirements too!
FAQ
CONTRIBUTOR REQUIREMENTS
FORM APPLICATION FOR:
A big thank you for the support and interest! ✨
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CONTRIBUTOR APPLICATIONS
Tomorrow is the day that applications open! Are you ready? Don’t forget to check the requirements so you can put your best fin—er, foot!—forward!
Visit the link here!
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