URGENT: Comic-Style Yearbook / Magazine Designer Needed

Hello,

I am looking for a talented illustrator and graphic designer to help create the first edition of The Big Cypher Couch Annual: Class of 2026.

This is NOT a traditional comic book.
This project is a comic-inspired yearbook / annual publication celebrating artists who have performed on The Big Cypher Couch, a music platform featuring emerging artists and performers.

Project Overview
The final book will include:
• Comic-style cover inspired by magazine covers such as XXL Freshman Class
• Welcome letter from the founder
• Story of how The Big Cypher Couch started
• Artist spotlight pages
• Superlative / award pages
• Trading card style artist profiles
• Print-ready final files
Art Direction
I am open to different illustration styles.
The goal is:
• Urban culture
• Hip-hop inspired
• Comic-book energy
• Magazine-quality layouts
• Bold and visually exciting
This is NOT limited to one specific art style.
What I Need
Cover Design
A comic-style group cover featuring multiple artists around The Big Cypher Couch.
Artist Pages
Each artist page may include:
• Artist photo or illustrated version
• Artist name
• Signature bar from their performance
• Session information
• Social media information
• Comic-inspired visual elements
Superlatives Section
Examples:
???? Best Punchlines
???? Most Likely To Blow
???? Best Storytelling
???? Crowd Favorite
???? Artist of the Year
And more.
Trading Card Pages
Collectible artist card designs included within the publication.
Timeline
This project is extremely urgent.
I am looking for someone who can begin immediately.
Ideally:
• 1 page per day minimum
• Faster turnaround preferred
I would like the first concepts started immediately.
Budget
I am an independent creator working with a limited budget but I am willing to discuss pricing with the right designer.
This project may lead to future annual editions and ongoing design work.
To Apply
Please send:
• Comic book samples
• Magazine layout samples
• Character illustration samples
• Estimated turnaround time
• Estimated project cost
Please include the word "COUCH COMIC" in your application so I know you read the full posting.

Thank you.