Calling all aspiring pop culture professionals! Unlock your potential with the Creator Pro track—events designed to help you break into the business. New this year, we’re unveiling a series of Master Classes featuring legendary bestselling authors, so get ready to get schooled! And returning, Portfolio Reviews from legendary comic publishers like DC and Rebellion! We’ll also be hosting several industry-focused panels in our panel rooms.

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Portfolio Reviews

By application/appointment only

Don’t miss your chance to receive professional feedback, gain exposure, and potentially kickstart your career in the world of comics with a portfolio review at RCCC! Applications will close August 5!

Portfolio Review Applications Now Open – Close 8/5

Past Creator Pro Highlights

PAST PANEL HIGHLIGHTS

  • September 9, 2022 “The Future of Retail” ft.  retailers from Books With Pictures and Zeppelin Comics
  • September 10, 2022 “Comics in College: Studying Graphic Narratives” ft. Diana Schutz, Brian Michael Bendis, and David F. Walker
  • September 10, 2022 “Taking Sci-Fi To School: New Frontiers in Teaching” ft.  educators from the Portland Public School District
  • September 11, 2022 “Fine Print Crew – So you want to work in comics?” by Zack Davisson

PAST SPECIAL OFFERINGS HIGHLIGHTS

  • September 10, 2022 Creator Pro Mixer hosted by Jazzlyn Stone – Build your superpowered creative team!
  • September 10-11, 2022 Portfolio Reviews hosted by Andrew Marino – Get comics artwork critique from an Editor at DC Comics!
  • September 9, 2022 Dark Horse Presents Drink & Draw, Official Friday Night After Party – Grab a drink with comics professionals and fellow fans!
  • September 9-11, 2022 Limited Writing Workshops hosted by authors – Participate in hands on writing exercise to up your author game!