Our mentors & judges are hand-picked top industry professionals who support our competitions and our grand prize winners the best way possible. We look for the most generous, knowledgeable, and ready-to-mentor pros out there!

Negative Space gives rising creators a chance to make industry connections through mentorship. Our winners receive invaluable knowledge from these industry heavy-hitters who guide our writers through collaborating with artists, pitching to agents, and working with editors and publishers.