WEBTOON announced its intention to expand the WEBTOON creator programs significantly in 2026. In a bid to help creators become storytellers with long-term careers. The company will unveil new projects that offer support, events, and monetization. Essentially, WEBTOON is going to start its Creator Residency program in 2026. The initiative is a short, immersive program enabling Original Creators’ developers to join workshops & editorial development sessions in Los Angeles. The application process for the very first session will be available on December 18, 2026.
WEBTOON Expands Creator Programs and Launches 2026 Residency
Yongsoo Kim, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global WEBTOON at WEBTOON Entertainment. Emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting creators.
“Creators are the heart of WEBTOON, and everything we do begins with their passion. “Their stories and trust guide us, Kim said, and in 2026, we will expand investment in creators at every stage.” After spending 2025 listening to creators worldwide and testing new programs to help them reach their goals. We’re excited to grow these initiatives in 2026. Our mission is simple: to give creators the tools. Support, and opportunities to build the careers they envision on WEBTOON.”
In addition to that, WEBTOON will introduce more attractive monetization options for CANVAS creators. Also, the site will unveil a new dashboard that easier for the creators to how well their series is doing. The updates will be available at the beginning of 2026. WEBTOON intends to extend its presence at large trade shows. The company helping creators better engage with fans will attend major U.S. events to expand interactions & support community connections. For instance, the company is going to increase the presence of a convention in Europe and Southeast Asia.
Instantmiso, creator of Siren’s Lament and Fae Trapped, said the WEBTOON team’s passion for supporting creators has always been evident.
In a statement, she noted, “The Creator Residency Program has been such a validating experience coming to LA with other creators. Sharing processes and feeling inspired by the work happening at WEBTOON. It’s been incredibly enriching.”
WEBTOON Strengthens Global Creator Support and Engagement
Apart from that, WEBTOON is a digital Open House where new creators will meet the Creator Care & Editorial teams. These sessions are created for the creators to set objectives and learn the best ways to work. The videos will focus on the stories of the creators’ success and will provide helpful advice.
Arechan, creator of Señorita Cometa, said the program offered valuable creative growth and new perspectives.
In her words, “Even if you’ve worked in comics for years, there’s always something new to learn. The Creator Residency Program let us gain fresh viewpoints, prepare for new series, and grow together as a community.”
WEBTOON’s growth comes after the success of the 2025 pilot program. This included 23 creators and offered personalised editorial feedback and group workshops. Yongsoo Kim, Chief Strategy Officer at WEBTOON, shared that the company will keep the development and success of the creators. He highlighted that the creators are still the core of WEBTOON’s mission.
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News Source: Businesswire.com
