Maggie Howell
About Maggie Howell
Maggie Howell is the Group Editor, Originals at IDW Publishing, with a background in editing and brand management at DC Comics and DreamWorks Animation.
Current Roles at IDW Publishing
Maggie Howell is currently serving as Group Editor, Originals, and Senior Editor, Originals at IDW Publishing. In these roles, she specializes in scouting, developing, and producing original comic book titles. Her work at IDW reflects her dedication to creative vision, adaptability, and collaboration. She plays a key role in overseeing the creation and management of new comic book content, ensuring it aligns with the company's standards and audience expectations.
Experience at DC Comics
Maggie Howell worked at DC Comics in various editorial capacities. She served as Associate Editor - DC Black Label from 2020 to 2021, and Assistant Editor - Vertigo, DC Black Label from 2016 to 2020, both roles being based in Burbank, CA. She also held the position of Executive Assistant - Marketing from 2015 to 2016. Her tenure at DC Comics involved brand management of high-profile IPs and honing her expertise in the publishing industry.
Roles at University of California, Los Angeles
Prior to her transition into publishing, Maggie Howell held several academic roles at UCLA. She was a Graduate Teaching Associate from 2010 to 2015, Internship Coordinator from 2013 to 2015, and briefly an Instructor for Essay Writing for International Students in 2013. These roles highlighted her strengths in education, research, and coordinating internships, providing a foundation for her subsequent career in publishing and entertainment.
Educational Background
Maggie Howell has a diverse educational background with studies in both English and New Media. She earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Boston University, completing her degree between 2006 and 2008. Before that, she studied New Media (Animation); Writing, Literature & Publishing at Emerson College from 2004 to 2006. This academic career underscores her foundation in literature, writing, and media.
Professional Internships
Maggie Howell's early career included a role as a Consumer Products Publishing Intern at DreamWorks Animation in 2014, based in Glendale, CA. This six-month internship provided her with initial industry exposure, particularly in consumer products and publishing within the entertainment sector. This experience was pivotal in shaping her career trajectory towards publishing and editorial roles.