James Burns

Vice President, and Managing Agent, for the Bright Agency, James Burns, talks to Giuseppe Castellano about the role of an artist rep; how COVID-19 has affected publishing; what the facts are regarding the graphic novel boom (including fees); what an illustrator can do to improve their portfolio; and so much more. James also answers questions from Patrons of The Illustration Department Podcast.

To learn more about James, visit his page on Bright’s website.

Several podcast episodes with other agents were mentioned in this episode. They include Giuseppe’s chats with Angharad Kowal Stannus of Kowal Stannus Agency, and Mark Mills of Plum Pudding Illustration Agency. Listen to all three to get a sense of how different agencies have different (and similar) perspectives on the illustration industry.

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