Besides being a great guy and the best kind of comic fan-boy, it turns out that Ken Marcus is also a fantastic writer with a knack for finding the humor in our modern day comic book heroes. Ken’s comic “Super Human Resources” has not only had it’s first gloriously funny ark but is also available now in collected form (Not really Calm or Cool Just Collected: Super Human Resources Season One). In honor of Ken’s accomplishment we asked Mr. Marcus if he would answer our “5 Questions”; he accepted. If you’d like to enjoy a fun filled Superhero romp, go pick up a copy of the “Super Human Resources” trade paper back before the next season begins. You’ll become an instant fan, I promise.
1. Tell us about your comic. What’s it about? Why is it cool?
I’m the writer of Super Human Resources. It’s about the HR department of the worlds’ mightiest super team. It’s about all the folks behind the comic panels that keep your favorite heroes up and running. They fill out purchase orders, answer phone calls, administer health insurance and clean up conference rooms after crossovers go horribly wrong. It’s basically like the office you work at, with all the same kinds of morons. Except these morons have super powers.
2. Who are your biggest influences?
I’m a big Simpsons fan. That’s probably the biggest for me. I also love Venture Bros, Frisky Dingo and Bloom County.
3. On a more personal note: how did you end up where you are today? What lead you to comics?
My main career is in advertising. That’s how I support myself and my family. Comics are just a passion. I’m a long time fan that, like many, decided to jump in the deep end of being a creator. I’m under no illusions that I could make a career of it. I just want to stay in our weird, dysfunctional Super Human Resources playground and hope a few people enjoy it.
4. What advice would you give to someone trying to break into comics?
Do what you love. Don’t try and follow a fad, ala zombies or vampires. Tell the story you’ve always wanted to. Look at the market and see what kind of story isn’t being told. And plant your flag there. And if you’re trying to do it for money or fame, you’re in it for the wrong reason. Because it’s highly unlikely, you’ll find either. Do it because you have no other choice but to.
5. What’s your all-time favorite movie?
I’ll give you five, in order. Blade Runner. Caddyshack. Napoleon Dynamite. Borat. Ghost in the Shell.
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