Claire Hill takes the reins at London-based developer/publisher

Icon Games Entertainment hires new MD

MCV Staff 5th July 2011 Development News

London-based digital developer/publisher Icon Games Entertainment has hired Claire Hill as its new managing director. She will oversee the studio’s expanding digital publishing arm.

Hill has more than 10 years experience in the games industry, having started her sector career at handheld studio Graphic State where she worked on the likes of Crazy Taxi, Robotech and Midway’s Cruis’n.

“I am delighted that Claire has taken on the role of Managing Director as she brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience, with a keen eye for commercial & business development,” said Icon head of development Richard Hill-Whittall.

“Claire will help us to build up our digital publishing business and expand onto new platforms including PSVita and 3DS.”

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