Description

Taylor Hunt is looking for a language and script expert to create two related written languages (one Archaic form, and one Modern form derived from the former) for a webcomic. Neither language will appear in dialogue, so the written versions are paramount. However, these should still be fully-fledged conlangs. One important detail the applicant needs to take into account when applying is that the writing system for the Archaic language is non-linear (and in universe the language itself was designed artificially, as a secret language and obfuscation system). The Modern language, however, is written linearly. The employer has done some work on the languages already, and will share it with the chosen applicant.
The job itself consists of:

  • Two full conlangs, one derived from the other, with a complete grammatical description and about 500 words of vocabulary;
  • A non-linear writing system for the Archaic language, and a linear version for the Modern one. No font is required, the employer will draw everything by hand.

The applicant should negotiate with the employer on how best to share the created materials.

Employer

Taylor Hunt

Application Period

Closed due to job filled

Term

The deadline of the initial project is six months or more after agreement, to be negotiated with the employer.

Compensation

€1000 for the full project as described above (payment in three instalments at start, midpoint and conclusion of the project), to be negotiated with the employer.
Besides compensation, the language creator will be fully credited for their work.

To Apply

Email Taylor Hunt at “at” “dot” to express your interest in the project. Please include qualifications and samples of previous work.

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