THE W.I.P. PROGRAMME
The goal of The W.I.P. Programme is to nurture the next generation of storytellers and creators in Singapore, helping them take strides toward their dreams of becoming professional creatives.
We aim to level up and expand The W.I.P. Programme even further every year.
Organised by Generation Experience, supported by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
2025 Patron: Johnny Lau
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The W.I.P. Lab
Are you a comic creator trying to figure out how to publish your first comic? Featuring talks by industry professionals and international creators.
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Comic Submission
Got a story to tell or art to share? Submit your work to be seen by publishers and media companies. Win prizes and gain invaluable feedback.
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The W.I.P. Gallery
Dive into the creative process with winning entries from our Comic Submission Competition. A celebration of creativity and imagination!
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A wise Jedi once said, "Do, or do not. There is no try." So here's your chance!
You have till 5 October 2025, 2359 to send us your best pitch for a comic.
Top 10 Finalists
Have your works showcased at Singapore Comic Con 2025 in The W.I.P. Programme Gallery!
Top 3 Winners
$800 cash prize and a published comic anthology featuring their work.
Submission Guidelines
Required Materials
All proposals must be compiled into a single PDF file no more than 10MB. Label the PDF file with the title of your story.
1. One Page Synopsis
- Title of work
- Introduction to major characters
- Include major plot points & spoilers
- Format: graphic novel, limited series or on-going series
2. 3-5 Pages of Sequential Art
- Fully inked and lettered sequential pages
- Black & white or full colour
- A5 size or larger
- 300DPI or higher resolution
3. Mock-up Cover
- Black & white or full colour
- A5 size or larger
- 300DPI or higher resolution
- Should include art that represents the contents plus title/logo
Important: A.I. generated art will not be accepted. In the event an entry is suspected of being A.I. generated, you will be asked to provide working files as proof it was created by you. All content must be creator-owned and in English language.
Frequently Asked Questions
"Can I submit a fully completed graphic novel?"
Yes. 3-5 pages is the minimum number of pages to be submitted. You are allowed to submit more pages if you have them.
"I live outside of Singapore, am I eligible to submit?"
Yes. All submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.
"Does the artwork have to be traditional/digital?"
No. Feel free to work in whatever medium you are most comfortable with. However, do note that all submissions have to be done digitally. No physical submissions can be accepted.
"What does fully inked and lettered sequential pages mean?"
All submitted pages must have completed art and text. Sequential pages would refer to pages that run in a continuous sequence. E.g. Pages 5, 6 and 7. It is not necessary to submit the first 3-5 pages of your comic. Pick 3-5 continuous pages that best reflect your comic.
"Can I make more than 1 submission?"
Yes. The more the merrier! You will need to fill up 1 entry form per submission. This is to avoid any kind of mix-up.
"Can I use A.I. software as part of my work process?"
Yes. You are welcome to use A.I. software to help with layouts and working out ideas, as long as the final submission is done by your hands.
"Is there an age restriction?"
No. There is no minimum age to submit to the WIP Programme. If you are of the younger age group, this is a great opportunity to get valuable feedback from industry professionals.
"Are you open to mature content or topics like LGBTQ?"
Yes. Even though one publisher might not put out mature content, another might be interested. We welcome diverse stories and perspectives.
"Does my comic have to be about superheroes?"
No. The only limitation is your imagination! So feel free to submit your YA/noir/romance/horror or any genre comic.
"Can I work with other creators?"
Yes. Feel free to work with writer or artist friends. There is no limit to how many participants there can be for a submission.
2025 Comic Submission Gallery
Top 10 Winners
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