Submissions open soon
This opportunity might be especially relevant for Art/Design or Writing students interested in Storytelling industries such as Comics, Animation, Games, and Visual / Story Development.
WEBTOON University Programs is committed to helping emerging storytellers learn about the fundamentals of scroll comics and how they can tell their story or pursue their career with WEBTOON!
Contest Information:
WEBTOON – the global leader and pioneer of the mobile web-comic format – is excited to announce the 2025 Contest: Webcomic Legends.
This is the ultimate opportunity for webcomic creators to showcase their creativity, captivate audiences, and earn a chance to become an Originals creator!
We’re looking for creators who push the boundaries of storytelling, presenting compelling plots and unforgettable characters that resonate with our global audience.
Prize Pool
With a total prize pool of more than $1 million (USD) in cash prizes, Webcomic Legends offers substantial rewards for exceptional talent across multiple Contest stages. Here’s a breakdown of the prize pool:
- Grand Prize Winner (1): a total of $150,000
- Genre Winners (3): a total of $100,000 each
- Genre Finalists (12): a total of $35,000 each
- Genre Runner-Ups (24): a total of $5,500 each
In addition to monetary prizes, winners in each category will have the chance to pitch their title to WEBTOON’s US Editorial Team for an opportunity to potentially join the WEBTOON Originals lineup, where they can develop their series into an ongoing title on the platform.
Submission Details
Submissions open on March 10th, 2025, and close May 15th, 2025!
Entries will be evaluated by a panel of expert judges, including some WEBTOON Originals creators, and will be judged on key webcomic criteria along with audience appeal and engagement. This is an incredible opportunity to captivate readers, receive valuable feedback, and impress industry professionals with real-world experience in building successful series.
More Information
For more information regarding Contest Categories, more Submission Details, and FAQ, please visit our Official Contest Page! Please stay tuned for the upcoming Official Rules for full eligibility criteria. Students and Faculty can also follow the Official Contest Newsletter for comics and storytelling tips to help with their contest journey.
No purchase necessary. Eligibility & Restrictions apply. Learn more on the Official Contest Pages, including the full FAQ and Rules.
WEBTOON Video Contest 2025
Are you a fan of WEBTOON? This contest is for you!
You can tell the world about the story (or stories) your obsessed with for the chance to win! There are several categories and $200,000 in prizes!
Please visit the Official WEBTOON Video Contest page for more details.
No purchase necessary.
Eligibility & Restrictions apply. Learn more on the Official Contest Pages, including the full FAQ and Rules. Video Contest ends 4/14/25.
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