A new suite of programs will empower more Creators with expanded monetization opportunities and international creator engagement; Creator Residency will roll out in 2026.
WEBTOON has announced a major expansion of its Creator Programs.Rolling out throughout 2026, the new suite of Creator support initiatives will include expanded monetization opportunities, new convention and event support, and new educational programming for career development.
The Creator initiatives will launch with a Creator Residency program in early 2026.New and improved monetization for CANVAS Creators will also launch in 2026, alongside a new dashboard that will make it easier for Creators to understand their series performance.More details will be shared in early 2026.
For the first time, WEBTOON will also expand its on-the-ground presence at fan conventions in select international markets outside the US, Korea, and Japan, and will host Creator meet-ups and portfolio reviews for international Creators in Europe and Southeast Asia.Digital Open Houses will be held for creators who are new to the platform, who can meet with the Creator Care and Editorial teams to discuss goals.A redesigned Creator Resource Hub will feature a new video series that highlights creator experiences and success stories.
“Creators are the heart of WEBTOON, and everything we do begins with their passion, their stories, and their trust,” said Yongsoo Kim, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global WEBTOON at WEBTOON Entertainment.“As we look ahead to 2026, we’re expanding our investment in Creators at every phase of their journey, from emerging talent to established voices.We’ve spent 2025 listening to Creators all over the world, piloting new programs that can help Creators achieve their goals, and we’re thrilled to expand these initiatives in 2026.
Our goal is simple: to give creators the support, tools, and opportunities they need to build the careers they dream of on WEBTOON.” WEBTOON will hold two Creator Residencies in 2026, with applications for the first session opening on December 18, 2026.Creators can apply via the Creator Portal.Alongside the Creator Residency program, WEBTOON will introduce a VIP recognition program for select creators, which will invite them to Korea to experience the home of webcomics, visit WEBTOON’s Korean office, meet industry leaders, and connect with global talent.
“I’ve been with WEBTOON for a really long time, and everyone who works behind the scenes, you can feel how passionate they are about helping creators tell their stories,” said instantmiso, creator of “Siren’s Lament,” and “Fae Trapped.” “The Creator Residency Program has been such a validating experience - coming to LA with other creators, talking about our favorite parts of being WEBTOON creators, hearing their processes, how similar they are, how different they are.Just feeling inspired by the work happening at WEBTOON.It’s been incredibly enriching.” “Even if you’ve been working in comics for years, there’s always something new to learn.
There’s always someone with a different point of view who approaches things differently, and the Creator Residency Program was an opportunity for exactly that,” said Arechan, creator of “Señorita Cometa.” “It was a really nice way to learn more, prepare for a new series, grow as an artist, and grow together as a community with other creators.”
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