Possible limited Commissions opening - Turnaround times
2 years ago
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I'm thinking of opening limited slots for commissions. I'm a little hesitant as I have a few big jobs to take care of so my turnaround is undetermined. It can be weeks, maybe a month or two. Will you be happy to wait this long? I'm still sorting my TOS so I'm in no rush at the moment.
I do have some people on a waitlist that have asked for comics which I will fulfil. But I will be taking comics out my commission list. This is because of the amount of work I am putting into comics. I can no longer commit to the amount of work comics required with me getting ready to finalise details on my own project as well as my freelance is taking off and I'm getting a lot of work coming in.
Because I post across a lot of places, I can't fairly make it first come first serve without people in other timezones or have people on a site I check last never getting a spot. How do you feel with commission applications? I have seen people use google.docs to submit ideas and the artist keeps the list and goes down them based on what they can commit to (timewise). Is that something you'd guys be interested in?
Generally speaking, I usually do give priority to people who have never commissioned me before, then also choosing from a random name picker for other slots.
If I go down this method I'd likely keep the list and use a random name picker to continue to pick others at a later time. Of course I'd message if they're still interested. If not, or can't do it at that time, I'd skip them and pick someone else.
I'm currently working on my TOS, as well as hopefully doing some examples of my work. I think Canvas is very good for that but I'm not sure. Any advice is appreciated
I cannot guarantee when I can open slots in the future. But I'm happy to keep your name and idea on the list. And if a lot of time does pass by and you change your mind on the idea, and change it you are welcome to change it then and there without losing your spot.
Let me know what you think.
I do have some people on a waitlist that have asked for comics which I will fulfil. But I will be taking comics out my commission list. This is because of the amount of work I am putting into comics. I can no longer commit to the amount of work comics required with me getting ready to finalise details on my own project as well as my freelance is taking off and I'm getting a lot of work coming in.
Because I post across a lot of places, I can't fairly make it first come first serve without people in other timezones or have people on a site I check last never getting a spot. How do you feel with commission applications? I have seen people use google.docs to submit ideas and the artist keeps the list and goes down them based on what they can commit to (timewise). Is that something you'd guys be interested in?
Generally speaking, I usually do give priority to people who have never commissioned me before, then also choosing from a random name picker for other slots.
If I go down this method I'd likely keep the list and use a random name picker to continue to pick others at a later time. Of course I'd message if they're still interested. If not, or can't do it at that time, I'd skip them and pick someone else.
I'm currently working on my TOS, as well as hopefully doing some examples of my work. I think Canvas is very good for that but I'm not sure. Any advice is appreciated
I cannot guarantee when I can open slots in the future. But I'm happy to keep your name and idea on the list. And if a lot of time does pass by and you change your mind on the idea, and change it you are welcome to change it then and there without losing your spot.
Let me know what you think.
Twinny
~thetwinny
We've already discussed business on a commission a while back so I'm likely already on that list. We also had a talk over a situation I had regarding turnaround times with somebody else, so you're already understanding on the why and that I can trust you on doing your part towards the process.
Raye Matthews
~inabyss
OP
Yes, you're one of the people on the list. And I'd happily discuss the turnaround time I can currently do when I'm opening it up again. It's unfortunately not a number I'm able to provide. But, unlike your previous example, I'm happy to keep you updated weekly on the progress. If you're happy to proceed I'll be able to contact you later this month to let you know what my availability is.
Twinny
~thetwinny
You're free to do so! But it does come down to whether or not I have the funds ready to continue when the time comes.
Raye Matthews
~inabyss
OP
if the funds are not available, you won't lose your spot on the list if that helps :) I'll work around it. When the time comes I'll message you and we can work out the details :)
Twinny
~thetwinny
Alrighty, thank you!

I think a timeframe for a commission of a few weeks to months is no problem, I world happily wait. So yes, keep me in mind - but it would only be fair to give others a chance first!
Raye Matthews
~inabyss
OP
If I do the commisison forms I think I'll go ahead and use the Random name picker. I may prioritise someone whose never had a commission from me before for the first slot and pick randomly for the second. I think that'd be fair
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