About & Schedule

Fly High is a comics zine with the theme of "Encounters" and we want to portray the platonic interpersonal relationships of characters and teams on and off the court. We aim to be a physical project, but this will depend on the results of our interest check.

Application Guidelines

GENERAL
» All applicants are required to submit three samples of what they consider to be their best work as well as an additional link to a portfolio.
» If the samples or portfolio are in Google Drive, please test the links before you submit and make sure they’re viewable. Failing to follow this rule may result in instant disqualification.
» Haikyuu samples are encouraged, but not mandatory. We will still judge your application.
» NSFW samples are allowed but we request that we’re forewarned about them. If there’s any possible triggering content, include a note of this as well.COMIC / MERCH
» Art samples should be finished pieces. Traditional art is acceptable as long as it has great image quality.
» Comics Artists: One of the samples must be a comic of 1-4 pages.
» Merch Artists: At least one sample must be a hard merch design, i.e. acrylic charm, buttons, enamel pin, etc.
» At least one sample must include a background.
» Portfolios can be Google Drive, a specified Tumblr tag, Carrd, etc.
» Artists will be judged based on general composition, anatomy, use of space and use of color.

FAQ

What is a fan zine?
A fan zine is a compliation of works, in this case both written works and illustrations/comics, that are published in a booklet. All the works are based on a certain exisiting series, hence why it is a "fan" zine.Who can apply?
Anyone over the age of 16! We are looking for both comic and merch artists for this project.What are the guidelines for applications?
These can be found on our "Guidelines" page.Is this project for-profit or charity?
The project's aim is mainly to cover the production and shipping costs for contributor bundles. Any leftover profit after production and shipping will be divided equally among mods and contributors. Any profit yielded by contributors under 18 years old will be donated to charity.What's the theme and rating?
The zine contents will be gen, SFW and the central theme is "encounters". We want to portray the platonic interpersonal relationships of the characters and teams on and off the court. Both AUs and canon-compliant works will be featured.Can I edit my application after I submit it?
Yes, you're allowed to edit your application after you submit! To do so, please follow the link in the confirmation email you received after filling out the form for the first time. We request that applicants refrain for sending duplicate applications.
Please note that applicants won't be able to edit their responses after the application period has closed.How do I know if I have been accepted? Will I get feedback on reasons for rejection if I’m not accepted?
We will send emails to all applicants to inform them whether they have been accepted or not. Regarding feedback, since our team is very small, we might not be able to give feedback to everyone. Unfortunately, as the number of spaces is limited, we can’t accept every applicant, so we hope you do not take it personally if we are unable to offer you a spot. Whether you are accepted or not is not a reflection of the quality of your work.Are spoilers allowed?
Yes! We will allow fanworks with spoilers.Can I apply as a comics artist and an merch artist?
Yes, but keep in mind that while you'll be considered for both positions, you may only be accepted for one position!Are traditional artworks acceptable?
Yes, we will accept traditional works as long as you can provide a clean scan with a resolution of at least 300dpi for your final submission.Are we allowed to post/preview our work?
Throughout the duration of the project, contributors must not share, post or publish the full piece they’re doing for the zine. We also request that contributors refrain from sharing previews of the piece on social media during the creation process. We will allot a period for previews right before the zine release and will also give a date for publishing the finished pieces. Contributors will be notified about the specific dates at a further time.How many contributors are you planning to include?
Right now, we are considering 3 guest comic artists, 14 comic artists from applications; 1 guest merch artists and 2 merch artists from applications for a total of 20 contributors.This number is not final and is subject to change.How will contributors be compensated?
All contributors are guaranteed a physical copy of the zine, a high-def PDF of the zine and any digital merch we offer. Full merch bundles and free shipping will be given to contributors if sales allow. As a last resort, if we can't cover the book or merch, it will be offered to contributors at cost/base value.I have a question that hasn't been answered here!
Please e-mail us at [email protected] or DM us on twitter @flyhighzine

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Mod Alex

Shipping Mod

(he/him) Hey there I’m Alex. I have 7 years of experiencing shipping from a previous job which will be beneficial in getting the zine and merchandise in a timely and effective manner. I also enjoy writing and playing video games when I have the time.Past Zine experience: Osakita Zine (Haikyuu) - Shipping Mod

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Mod Calm

Graphics Mod

(they/them) Hello! I'm calm, and very excited to be a part of this project! Haikyuu!! rekindled my love for anime after a few years slumped out. The fan content for the franchise has always been one of my favorites to regularly revisit. I'm looking forward to discovering what sort of new antics our creators will develop among the incredible cast.Past Zine experience: Guest Writer in Blood of a Villain zine (Persona 5)

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Mod Izzy

Social Media Mod

(she/her) Hi everyone! My name is Izzy, and I'm super excited to explore the different dynamics of my favorite characters! I like to think that all of our volleyball boys have stories about members of other teams from various outings!Past Zine Experience:Let's Keep the Feelings: Renga Zine - Head, graphics, socials; Get Rekt!: Reki Zine - Graphics and socials; Cherry Bomb!: Sk8 Cherry Zine - social media

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Mod Marge

Finance and Formatting Mod

(she/her) Hello, Marge here! I'm always coming back to my roots, so here's another Haikyuu Zine. I just know I will never get over this series, so please bear with me.Past Zine Experience: Intertwined: an Osakita Zine - Finance Mod; Interlude: a Mushishi Seasons Zine - Formatting Mod

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Mod Minty

Art Mod

(they/them) Hi, I'm Minty, and whenever someone asks me about Haikyuu!!, I genuinely can't stop repeating over and over that it changed my life ^^ Although I've been a longtime fan of the series, this is my first Haikyuu!! zine. I'm excited to work with you all and create something amazing!Past Zine Experience: Teyvat High Zine (Genshin Impact, ongoing) - Art; Making Waves (local charity zine) - Head, Production; Counting Sheep (local charity zine) - Head, Production; Woven Threads (local charity zine) - Organization