Some of you will remember that last year I had a job as a comic book inker for a few months. I had to quit because I was having cancer treatment and couldn't handle the stress of working (even though it was from home) and having the treatments at the same time. It was a real blow to my self-esteem as I had been so excited to have the job in the first place.

At the time, I had applied to several companies but only heard back from the one who hired me. However, in the months that followed, another company saw some of my work and recently asked me to come New York City for an interview. I had to leave my Christmas holidays early in order to go for the interview. Coincidentally, the interview took place on my trauma anniversary. I was really worried I couldn't handle any of it, but my family and friends encouraged me, I went to New York with my dad, I had the interview and I was hired on the spot! I start my job as a penciller/inker in March.

I can't mention the name of the company I'm working for publicly just yet, as I have a non-disclosure agreement until I actually begin work in March. I will be working from home, and I'm making a small room in our house into a little studio for myself. I'm really excited but nervous too. I'm worried about job performance, my cancer coming back and so on, but I'm trying to stay positive and not stress over it. I need to do a lot more work on my self-esteem and I'm glad I have until March to do so.

Well done Evie.... and I left an edit remark that I made to your initial post due to legal reasons that could bite you on the arse if left the way it was. My understanding is that non-disclosures typically legally cover hinting or any remarks that could be traced to past proof, which could be done so if you search through your posting history.

Oh okay thanks for the edit then. Yeah I never thought of hinting being included... but you're probably right. I think I should read the agreement again, I have a copy that I signed actually, might be a good idea!!

Yaaay, Evie!

Brilliant work Evie ....we all know how talented an artist you are & now the rest of the world can find out ;-).

I recall Anthony saying it was only a matter of time until your work was picked up by publishers.

Congrats, Evie. I never had any doubt that you'd get another job doing what you like. You're too talented for someone not to notice and hire you.

Great job!

Lisa

Nice one Evie, well done. Cream always rises to the top

Wonderful news Evie. I hope that you are able to find great enjoyment through this venture. Congratulations!

It goes without saying that Dad and I are excited for you Evie! However knowing you were originally not going to mention it on the forum at all, we are also most proud of you for sharing it here!

Well done! :) I'm very pleased for you!