The joint venture between Mediawan and Zag – Miraculous Corp – is continuing to strengthen its global leadership team, making two key executive appointments.
Former Mercury Filmworks and Gaumont creative executive, Heath Kenny (pictured above right) has been named chief content officer, while former Paramount Pictures and Universal Studios executive Ashley Depp (pictured above left) joins as senior vice president of marketing and franchise.
Both will report directly to Andy Yeatman, ceo of Miraculous Corp USA and Global Operations.
As the Miraculous franchise prepares to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2025, the brand continues to expand its reach and offerings. A second Miraculous feature film is already in the works, with a fourth Miraculous World animated TV event airing this autumn. Season six of the Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir TV series will start to premiere in Q1 2025, with season seven in production for a 2026 launch.
The TV series airs on over 100 broadcast and streaming partner platforms around the world. Miraculous has also become a digital sensation with 42B+ views on YouTube and over 760 million+ plays on Roblox. Miraculous has a strong licensing and merchandising programme with 400+ licensees across the globe and over $1.5B+ in lifetime retail sales.
In his new role, Heath will oversee the creation, development and delivery of Miraculous content across all platforms. Based in Paris, he will focus on championing innovation, fostering a culture of creativity and driving collaboration across teams and partners.
Meanwhile, Ashley will aim to ‘craft and amplify’ the brand’s narrative and voice, spearheading the development and execution of strategic franchise planning. She will design and implement comprehensive marketing strategies to increase global awareness, audience affinity and revenues for the Miraculous brand.
“Heath and Ashley bring a wealth of expertise, visionary thinking, and a deep passion for storytelling and brand innovation to Miraculous Corp,” commented Andy Yeatman, ceo of Miraculous Corp USA and Global Operations. “Their leadership reinforces our commitment to delivering engaging content and unforgettable experiences for fans worldwide. These new roles are pivotal to the continued success of the beloved Miraculous franchise, and we welcome Heath and Ashley to our management team.”
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