A creative collective for artists and storytellers.Ember & Ink is a collaborative creative studio and opportunity network for artists, writers, and independent creators. Founded by Violet McCleod, a writer and marketing strategist with over a decade of experience, the collective exists to bridge the gap between creative passion and sustainable, supported work.At its core, Ember & Ink is a Discord-based studio where freelancers, collaborators, and small teams gather to build, support, and uplift one another. Members share projects, post commissions, join creative teams, or simply explore what others are making. Every connection is an invitation—not a transaction.Opportunities range from quick commissions to longform storytelling projects, including visual novels, podcasts, games, zines, and more. Whether you're launching something new or stepping in to support someone else’s vision, Ember & Ink is built to meet you where you are—and grow with you from there.Alongside its community space, Ember & Ink offers a flexible suite of creative and marketing services for artists, small businesses, and storytellers. Every service is handled with care by members of the collective—artists, writers, editors, developers, musicians, and more—brought together by shared values of transparency, dignity, and creative integrity.Our services include:Strategy and Support
– Campaign planning and execution
– Brand identity and narrative alignment
– Affiliate and partnership outreachCopywriting and Story Development
– Web and promotional copy
– Story structure and narrative consultation
– Multilingual writing and professional translationWeb Design
– Carrd landing pages and redesigns
– Full WordPress site builds and upkeepVisual and Audio Production
– Graphic design for branding, social, and print
– Character and scene art, plus motion/animation
– VTuber rigging (Live2D)
– Voiceover for games, podcasts, and media
– Original music for narrative, commercial, or atmospheric useTen percent of all service payments are donated to the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund. We believe in creative work that supports life—not just livelihood. We believe in paying artists fairly, in building together, and in finding freedom through shared effort.Marketing doesn’t have to be soulless. Creative work doesn’t have to be isolating.
And none of this has to be done alone.If you're building something meaningful, we’d love to work with you.

Ember & Ink is a creative collective against apartheid and supports the liberation of the Palestinian people.

3 microphones in red, green, and black, with "#PodcastsAgainstApartheid" over the top.

What Is Ember & Ink?Ember & Ink began as a weekend full of chaotic ideas, a creative fever dream, and the quiet realization that I couldn’t build something meaningful alone. After years of trying to find my voice, I finally have—and now I’m giving it structure, support, and stakes by inviting others in.Our Version of Accountability? Friendship.We don’t believe in shame-based productivity. There’s no forced hustle, no pressure to perform. Ember & Ink is rooted in care, clarity, and creative dignity. We make space for people to experiment, mess up, and grow—with others who stay by their side.This isn’t a hustle. It’s a home.So What Is It, Actually?Ember & Ink is a Discord-based creative collective and job board. We’re a growing network of artists, designers, writers, editors, musicians, actors, marketers, and creative chaos agents.Some of us are here to find work. Some of us are here to build things together. And some are just here to rest, reflect, and rejoin the world when they’re ready.What We Do:– Share paid gigs and collaborative opportunities from within the network
– Build original creative projects (games, podcasts, newsletters, etc.)
– Offer creative and marketing services for artists, small businesses, and nonprofits
– Develop long-term studio projects under the Ember & Ink name
– Support each other’s weird, brilliant, unfinished ideasThere’s no application. No fee. No pressure. If you want to join and look around, you’re welcome.Is It Paid?Some opportunities are paid. Some are volunteer-based. We’re transparent about both. We’re also developing internal studio projects that may generate revenue in the future, but right now, the focus is on trust, collaboration, and sustainable momentum.Are You With Us?We’re building this as we go—together.
If that sounds like something you want to be part of, come on in.
You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to prove anything.
You just have to show up.

Services

At Ember & Ink, we offer creative and marketing support for artists, small businesses, and storytellers of all kinds.Marketing services are provided by Violet McCleod, who brings 10 years of marketing experience, 6 years in the B2B space, and a podcast that reached 8,000 downloads since 2020 with only one year of active promotion.Creative services come from our collective — a growing network of passionate, dedicated artists, writers, designers, musicians, and voice actors. Every project is a collaboration, built with care.10% from every order is donated to the PCRF.

Strategy & Campaigns

Marketing Strategy Call — $30/half hour

Let’s talk through your brand, project, or organization. We’ll explore your goals and create a clear direction for your visuals, tone, and campaign plans.Includes:
1-on-1 call or chat via Discord, email, or the platform you prefer
A custom branding overview and campaign ideas
No extra charge if the conversation runs over time naturally

Full Marketing Campaign — $150-$550

We’ll create a full campaign designed to run for 6 to 12 weeks. Your brand, goals, and aesthetic guide every piece we make.Includes:
Strategy and positioning
Campaign timeline and pacing
Graphics, post copy, and content suggestions
Optional support for implementation

Affiliate Marketing — $200-$1000

We’ll help connect you to a streamer or influencer who fits your project, and work with you to build a full campaign around that collaboration. Price varies based on follower count of the creator.Includes:
Matching with a creator from our network
Support designing the offer and call to action
Campaign planning with retention in mind

Writing & Narrative

Narrative Consultation — $60/hour

If you’re stuck on a story, need help with structure, or just want a fresh perspective, we’ve got you.Includes:
1-on-1 discussion about your narrative
Feedback from a writer, podcaster, or narrative designer
Story structure, pacing, and emotional arc support
No time cap if we go a bit over during the session

Copywriting — $5/per 100 words

Website copy, campaign writing, brand voice polishing — whatever you need, we’ll write it clearly and with intention.Includes:
Up to two rounds of revisions
Writing tailored to your tone and audience
Optional tone guide for future use

Multilingual Writing — $15/per 100 words

Available in English, French, Portuguese, and Italian. This includes both creative and promotional writing.

Translation — $50/per hour

Professional translation services for English, French, Portuguese, and Italian.Includes:
Literary or promotional content
Copyediting and clarity pass included

Web Design

Carrd Landing Page Refresh — $25

We’ll update or redesign your Carrd to better reflect your project, brand, or event.Includes:
Consultation via form or chat
Full refresh or new layout
Page add-ons: $5/per page

Wordpress Website Design — $1,000

A full, custom WordPress website built to suit your needs — professional, responsive, and made for creatives, collectives, and community projects.Includes:
Planning and consultation
Full build-out with up to 10 pages
Mobile-responsive layout
Optional site handoff or monthly maintenance plan

Voice & Audio

Voice Acting — Price Varies on Actor

We work with voice actors who specialize in games, animation, fiction podcasts, and commercial work.Includes:
Help finding the right actor for your project
Auditions or sample reads on request
Custom contracts and rates by project

Voice Narration — $175-$215/per hour

Ideal for books, trailers, commercials, and more.Includes:
Edited narration
Hourly rate based on complexity
Discounts available for long-term or serialized work

Original Music — Price Varies by Project

Whether you're building a brand, launching a podcast, producing a game, or telling a story across mediums, we can create the sound that brings it to life.We offer:
• original music and theme compositions
• ambient and atmospheric scoring
• podcast intros, transitions, and scoring
• sound design for games, trailers, and narrative content
• custom audio for branding and marketing campaigns

Art & Design

Commissioned Art — Price Varies on Artist

Ember & Ink has a number of talented artists available for character art, scene art, animation, and more! Contact us with a detailed description of what you're looking for and we'll be sure to connect you!

VTuber Rigging — Starting at $400

Whether you're debuting for the first time or giving your persona a glow-up, our rigging artists specialize in expressive, responsive, full-body motion that feels like you.

Graphic Design — $25-$150

Custom graphics for social media, branding, print, or web. We’ll work with your vision and style to create visuals that make your project stand out.Includes:
Design consultation
1 to 3 custom graphics
Two rounds of revisions
Files in multiple formats

Contact Us

If you have any questions, want to join, or would like to request a service, please fill out the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible!

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