Tips for Entry
Participate in internships to obtain hands-on experience. Visit the Web sites of major comic book publishers such as Marvel Comics (http://marvel.com/corporate/interns) to learn more.
Visit the Web sites of comic book publishers to get advice on how to prepare writing submissions.
Talk to comic book writers about their careers. Ask them for advice on entering the field.
Apply for entry-level jobs in the comic book industry in order to gain experience and make networking contacts.
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