Comic Book Publishers

Employers

Comic book publishers either own the comic book publishing company or work as executive editors or managing editors of comic book publishing companies. The companies include Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, IDW Publishing, and Valiant Comics, among others.

Starting Out

Comic book publishers may get their start by working as interns in publishing companies. They may work their way up to publisher roles through the editorial or art side. Many comic book publishers have business backgrounds, which they rely on for managing staff, budgets, marketing, and sales.