I quit my job as a "semiconductor validation tester" back in April 2023. I've lasted this long without new work, but I'm going to need something very soon. Here's my portfolio.
If you, or somebody you know, is looking for somebody with these skills:
- Writing, both fiction and non fiction, various genres, over 20 years. Have always wanted to write for a video game but otherwise have experience writing for YouTube videos, blog posts, genre fiction, historical profiles, and wikis. Maybe you're an indie game dev who wants someone to give your script a once-over? Maybe you need a script, period? I'm good for a lot of that. My portfolio has examples of my non-fiction work, but also, my #writing tag here on Cohost is full of good examples of my fiction.
- Graphics, graphic design, drawing, video game assets, Adobe Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro, PaintDotNet, Krita, ArtRage Studio, MacPaint, KidPix, TheDRAW. Some examples in the aforementioned portfolio, but I can offer more if you have something specific in mind. If you're looking for a retro approach, I can do that. I've been doing graphics for the Doom engine since 2002 so I have a pretty good idea of what the constraints are and what can be done with them. I've done some retro-style artwork on commission, a lot of which can be found in my drawings tag.
- Video editing, Adobe Premiere or KDenLive. Have a look through my YouTube channel, or this selection of videos in my portfolio.
- Personal tech support. I have never done this professionally, but I have done tech help in spare time for years, I am quite good at researching solutions and writing up little bite sized guides to help those less technically inclined. I'm most comfortable doing this in a live chat medium, or message board posts, and I'd happily be your IT Services guy if you're part of a small group.
- Community management. Used to moderate a combination message board and (eventually) discord server, between 2008 and the beginning of 2023. I can be a community presence or I can just do the clerical stuff in the background.
If you or somebody you know has paying work in any of the above categories, leave me a comment here with a way to get in touch with you. I live in the US and would prefer remote work if possible.
If you're not able to give me a job, but still want to try to support me:
- I am still open for commissions and haven't received any for some time.
- Or you can leave me a tip to keep a safety-net under me.
- If you are unable to do either of those (understandable!) I'd appreciate at least sharing/signal-boosting this post; as much as I appreciate the Likes I've gotten, they don't really do anything here 😟
I have enough money in the bank to cover one more month of bills, and on top of that, somebody stole my Vehicle, which is extremely uncool. I need something. Anybody looking for a writer/artist to gig for their project? Good tips for unchecked corners of the job market? Random tips and donations? Because otherwise all I can do is sit and wait for phone calls.
[edit] Oh also if you're making anything in the Doom engine, I can help a lot with that
