Adult industry veteran Heidi Joy Pike has joined New Machine Publishing as head of production and marketing for the company's new gonzo imprint, Corrupted Pictures.
“New Machine has shown a lot of faith and trust in me in taking me on in this position and I plan to do everything in my power to make sure that they have product that will shine in the marketplace,” Pike said.
Pike recently parted ways with AVN, where she was a senior associate editor. Prior to that, she helmed Buttman Magazine, which is owned by Evil Angel head John Stagliano.
Pike says she started off in the adult business as a peep-show girl in Seattle, and then worked in an adult retail store, where she educated herself on porn and the retail side of the business.
“We are excited and feel Heidi is coming on board at the perfect time as we are redirecting our efforts into top directors working exclusively for New Machine," New Machine president Mark Brown said.
“Heidi adds tremendous enthusiasm, experience and talent to our organization. Her vast knowledge and background will present a unique high quality perspective on our new releases.”
Pike will also be directing for Corrupted Pictures, starting off with an all-girl series called Corrupted.
“I have spent a lot of time watching porn over the years and I know what quality stuff looks like," she said. "I can’t wait to make New Machine proud of me."
Pike said that the first volume of Corrupted will be in stores by year’s end.
To contact Pike, email at [email protected] or call 818.326.2838.
New Machine is online at www.newmachine.com.
