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Development Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$43K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

S; and the Comic Arts Fest, celebrating the intersection of American and francophone comic arts ... Coordinate volunteer management. * Support team members on specific projects as needed, and other ...

Development Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$43K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

S; and the Comic Arts Fest, celebrating the intersection of American and francophone comic arts ... Coordinate volunteer management. * Support team members on specific projects as needed, and other ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer comic artist in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectVolunteer Comic ArtistFreelance Comic Artist
CredentialsTypically no formal credentials requiredMay require portfolio review or experience
Work EnvironmentNon-profit events, community projects, online platformsClient-based projects, self-managed schedule
Employer/Industry UsageNon-profit organizations, charities, community groupsPublishing, advertising, independent clients
Search/Comparison IntentVolunteer opportunities, community art projectsPaid comic work, freelance jobs

Volunteer Comic Artists typically work for non-profit or community projects without pay, focusing on charity or outreach efforts. Freelance Comic Artists, on the other hand, work independently for paying clients across various industries. While both roles require artistic skills, volunteer roles often do not require formal credentials, whereas freelance roles may involve portfolio reviews. Understanding these differences helps artists choose the right path based on their goals and commitments.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Comic Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

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Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART
Opening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum's collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judith F. Baca, Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R. Crumb; and photographers Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange. The Museum also houses the Lucas Archives, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas's filmmaking career.
Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD with a landscape by Mia Lehrer of Studio-MLA, the Museum is in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, on an 11-acre campus that includes new green space and a 300,000-square-foot building with galleries, two theaters, a library, restaurant, café, retail store, and community spaces.
Volunteer Opportunity Summary
Candidates are selected on an as-needed basis. Submission of this application does not guarantee placement. Volunteers must attend an orientation and will be screened to determine their placement and eligibility for volunteering.
No aspect of our volunteer program is influenced by race, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law, but rather by commitment, dependability, and a desire to be of service.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
MISSION AND VISION
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to the art of illustrated stories. Our mission is to inspire and connect people through the exploration of visual stories and their influences in society.
VALUES
Our internal and external practices are shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors.
People First: We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what they find emotional in works of art.
Inspired: We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act.
Collaborative: We believe that nimble thinking and working together yield exponential results.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Narrative Art:
Amplify the social impact of storytelling and illustration.
Community:
Connect to a broad and diverse public.
Operational Excellence:
Create a healthy and durable institution.
At the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art we lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve.