Mike Young Prods./Taffy Promote Fisher & Sullivan
Josh Fisher has been promoted to cp creative affairs at Mike Young Productions (MYP)/Taffy, the Los Angeles- and London-based indie animation house while Maura Sullivan has also been promoted from studio production manager to vp operations at the company.
Fisher who has been with the company for two years He will report to company principals Mike Young, Liz Young and Bill Schultz on upcoming productions, as well as liaise with international network partners.
Fisher who was previously exec director of development will manage and guide all creative development for MYP/Taffys worldwide properties. He additionally will be responsible for soliciting domestic and international production opportunities for MYPs ever-expanding studio as well as negotiate deals for the companys writers and artists.
Sullivan, who joined MYP in 1996, will act as a liaison between MYP and Taffy, the companys distribution arm. She will also oversee approval of Taffys licensed goods, supervise creative and marketing services, as well as the companys personnel and internal PR operations.
We are increasing our visibility in the worldwide market and as such need to fortify and manage our ability to react to new opportunities. These promotions signal that intent to our partners around the world, said chairman/ceo Mike Young.
We are continually evaluating new global creative opportunities. Josh will play an important part in this process, added partner Bill Schultz.