We're currently recruiting volunteers who have free time during COVID!
Please note that we are only looking for those who have a willingness to learn, and those who are frequent Discord users.
If you're interested, please DM me here or on Discord! https://discord.gg/GfXqvKY
Feel free to bump the thread with any questions you have
HOW TO APPLY
Download and complete the necessary test for the position(s) you're applying for. Upload the test files to a sharing site such as Google Drive, Dropbox or MEGA, and send me the file link along with your answers to the application questions below. Click on my name to privately message me and apply or inquire more about the position(s).
If you don't follow the above instructions or If the position is CLOSED I will not review your application(s).
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
Please answer these questions when you send in your application. This is for job assignment purposes only and does not affect your results.
[ol]1. How long did this test take you approximately?
2. How many pages do you think you would be able to do per month?
3. How often would you say you're on Discord?
4. Were you, or are you currently part of any scanlation groups?
If yes, then how many were you in, and how long were you or have you been a scanlator?
5. Where do you live, or what timezone are you in?
6. How did you hear about us, or why do you want to join us?
5. Are there any genres or series you would like to work on?
7. Are there any you'd like to avoid?
8. Are you okay with NSFW or Adult series?
If yes, to what extent are you comfortable with?[/ol]
The one in charge of cropping and sometimes levelling all the raws. Photoshop is required. This is a repetitive job that requires consistency, and accuracy.
You will also need a lot of hard drive space as well as fast internet speeds as files for a single chapter frequently reach 1GB in size.
Test: http://bit.ly/aoc-prep
The one in charge of erasing all bubbles as well as SFX. Photoshop is required. This is a repetitive job that requires consistency, accuracy, as well as patience when dealing with textured bubbles/backgrounds.
You will also need a lot of hard drive space as well as fast internet speeds as files for a single chapter frequently reach 1GB in size.
Test: http://bit.ly/aoc-clean
The one in charge of the removal of heavy SFX that the cleaners couldn't do. Photoshop is required, and a tablet is preferred. You will not get as many pages as a cleaner, but prepared to spend longer on each page you receive.
Test: http://bit.ly/aoc-rd
The one in charge of translating Japanese text into English. We are looking for a near-fluent understanding of the language. You must be near the N3 level for this position as this is the backbone of our group. You'll need a lot of patience for this position as I am very picky about translations.
Test: http://bit.ly/aoc-JTL
Script Format:
Code:
"" Speech bubbles
" Thought bubbles
/ Separates connected bubbles
<> Small text
|| Narration
- signs/boards
! SFX
The one in charge of transferring the script onto the speech bubbles of the comic. This typesetting position would best fit someone who likes neat text. Photoshop is required.
You will also need a lot of hard drive space as well as fast internet speeds as files for a single chapter frequently reach 1GB in size.
Test: http://bit.ly/aoc-DTS
The one in charge of making all the SFX look awesome and dynamic. This typesetting position would best fit someone who loves to be creative. Photoshop is required.
You will also need a lot of hard drive space as well as fast internet speeds as files for a single chapter frequently reach 1GB in size.
Test: http://bit.ly/aoc-SFXTS
The one in charge of restoring colour pages. Often many colour opening pages that appeared in magazines are changed to greyscale in order to save on production costs. Your job is to use references available to turn the greyscale image back into a colourful one. There won't be many pages for you to work on, but each one takes an incredible effort to make it right. This is best for someone who already has experience in digital art.
You will need to be prepared for a great deal of detail-oriented work. Photoshop is required
The one who skilfully restores any line art missing after the text has been erased. This is perfect for someone who has limited time or isn't good at pattern cloning. A tablet is preferred for this position and digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or Clip Paint Studio is required.
The one who lines up patterns perfectly in Photoshop. This is a good position for somebody who isn't quite skilled enough for the redrawer position or isn't good at line art. You will be partnered up with either a Line Artist, Cleaner, or Redrawer most of the time. You will need to be prepared for a great deal of detail-oriented work. Photoshop is required.
