Steve Morris at Rebellion; Mad Cave hires three

Some comings and goings within the comics trade:

§ In an astonishing flip of occasions, Rebellion, writer of 2000 AD, Judge Dredd in addition to an array of books and sport, different well-known comics, has employed Steve Morris as Marketing Manager for 2000 AD & Graphic Novels.

Morris is at present the editor of the superb comics criticism website, Shelfdust, but additionally has a surprising previous because the Managing Editor proper right here at The Beat! Just how he’ll reconcile his peaceable, bunny-loving nature with engaged on the violent world of Judge Dredd stays to be seen, however we all know he’s the person for the job.

We’re informed that Steve will “work closely” with the 2000 AD Brand Manager, Michael Molcher, to “market and publicize Rebellion’s growing stable of new comics and extensive archive of more than a century of British comics publishing.” In his new place, he’ll oversee advertising and marketing and promoting and such however can even be the primary press contact for media shops, reviewers, and influencers. Who’s the captain now, eh?

While a dashing comedian guide journalist by evening, by day, Steve’s secret id was beforehand as a Marketing Manager for Ryley Wealth Management. In his spare time he wrote for shops that weren’t the Beat, however we gained’t converse of that.

Other Rebellion personnel have been happy with the rent. Publishing Manager Beth Lewis mentioned: “I’m delighted to have Steve join the team. His knowledge and passion for 2000 AD, and his experience within the comics industry, is a great asset to our growing department.”

Morris has his personal take: “The deeper I dive down the rabbit-hole of Rebellion’s intensive, shocking, and challengingly prophetic again catalogue, the clearer it’s been to me that the continued success of 2000 AD is among the most spectacular inventive achievements in comics historical past.

“I’m incredibly excited to be able to cross through The Forbidden Door and move from comics criticism into comics marketing, working alongside the (apparently robotic?) teams at both 2000 AD and The Treasury of British Comics to increase global levels of Thrill-Power even further beyond their recommended limits. The other great news is that Tharg promises me the grafts won’t hurt anymore if I just stop scratching them!”

He is certainly the person for the job, and we want him all the perfect!

§ In not not involving Beat alumni, Mad Cave continues its ramp up by hiring three new editors, Adam Wallenta, Marla Eizik, and Christina Harrington, who carry a variety of expertise to the writer. Editor-in-Chief, Mike Marts mentioned that “the three of them offer a fantastic blend of experience in mainstream comics, children’s publishing and independent comics. The sky is the limit for Mad Cave–this is just the beginning.” Indeed it’s, because the writer has been having a development spurt since buying Papercutz, hiring Marts, and signing some massive licensing offers.

Here’s the brand new line-up:

Adam Wallenta has labored within the comedian guide trade and in kids’s publishing for nearly 30 years as an artist, creator, editor and writer. He is the co-creator of the Ringo Award-winning Punk Taco graphic novel sequence together with his son, and the official Public Enemy comedian guide sequence with Chuck D, amongst many others. Adam can be knowledgeable educator and loves making music and gardening.

“I am extremely excited to work for Mad Cave Studios and Papercutz,” mentioned Adam Wallenta. “I look forward to contributing to an amazing team, known for producing top-quality books, and sharing my experience as a creator, editor and publisher, to help continue the tradition of bringing ground-breaking new books to life for readers of all ages.”

Marla Eizik has labored within the comics publishing trade for a number of years, most lately at TKO Studios and Image Comics. They have freelanced as an editor and author for over a decade. When they’re not studying comics, you will discover Marla harassing her cats, working lengthy distances (I do know, it’s gross), watching unhealthy films along with her pals, and spending an excessive amount of cash at the scrumptious eating places of their present metropolis of Portland, OR.

“I could not be happier to join the incredible people at Mad Cave as Editor,” mentioned Marla Eizik. “I’m so impressed by how solid this company is, and how welcoming everyone has been to me and the new editors. I’m excited to make more comics! Woo!”

Christina Harrington is a author and editor dwelling within the Hudson Valley of New York along with her husband, their canine, Rocket, and too many comedian books. She acquired her M.F.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College, and has virtually ten years of expertise working within the trade, first within the X-Men editorial group at Marvel Comics, earlier than transferring on to AfterShock Comics, as managing editor. In her free time, Christina could be discovered mountain climbing the Shawangunk Mountains, tasting native craft beer, and making an attempt to get her canine to cease barking.

“I am very pleased to continue to work with the fabulous Mad Cave team in my new capacity as editor,” mentioned Christina Harrington. “I have been consistently impressed with my co-workers during my time in the sales department, and it just feels right to make my editorial home here, too. We have some great projects on the slate for next year that I think are really going to make people excited! Stay tuned, cool stuff ahead.”

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