Amuz Distribution, fka ComediHa! Distribution (CHD)
Based in Quebec City, Canada, Amuz Distribution launched in May 2023 as an international distribution company dedicated to great comedy and feel-good scripted, and unscripted, content. The rebranding from CHD comes after 25 years as a leader in the field of comedy.
Amuz Distribution expands its mission to also help create originals and sell ready-to-air content by securing and leveraging all rights and adopting a full 360-degree approach to content.
Our team
Vice President / Global distribution
ALEX AVON
About
Alexandre (Alex) Avon is Vice President Global Distribution at AMUZ Distribution (aka ComediHa! distribution), division of ComediHa!.
Since 2018, Alex heads the international sales department representing all ComediHa!’s content such as LOL ComediHa! sold in over 150 countries.
He has recently spearheaded the rebrand the international division allowing Amuz Distribution to expand ComediHa! Distribution’s mission to create and sell finished programs and originals by securing and leveraging all rights and adopting a full 360-degree approach to content.
Strategic Content Manager
Zoé Crabtree
About
Zoé Crabtree is happy to return to the world of entertainment after having made a brief jump into residential real estate (2019-2021). With a career spanning more than 20 years in television broadcasting at Astral Media and Bell Media as senior director programming for Super Ecran and Cinépop.
She has acquired extensive experience in content acquisition and negotiation, strategic content planning, budget management and multi-platform programming. In addition, over the years, she has participated in numerous international markets in search of small jewels for the pay services under her responsibility.
International PR / Marketing Consultant
MJ Sorenson
About
MJ Sorenson guides the global marketing and PR strategy for Amuz Distribution outside of Canada. As Founder/CEO of MJ Global Communications LLC established in 2011, MGC advises broadcast and production companies on global communication strategy.
Active at major global events, she has given television Master Classes in Beijing and Seoul. Senior corporate positions held: International Emmys Awards, MTV Networks & Reed Exhibitions. MJ was elected as VP Communications at New York Women in Film & Television.
Marketing and Relationist Coordinator
MJ Tremblay
About
Marie-Josée began her career in public relations in 2011, after studying Public Communications at Université Laval. She started out in a major communications agency in Quebec City, working mainly in entertainment and event industry, before branching off into the tourism industry.
With great pleasure, she reconnected with the entertainment business by joining our team in 2018. We are pleased to count on her talents in writing, strategic planning, as well as her vast knowledge of the media and the cultural industry.
Project manager / Senior Graphic Designer
Olivier Rochefort
About
Olivier is a digital arts professional with a background in graphic design, has more than 20 years of experience. Since 2007, he has played a crucial role in our company, staying up to date with the latest trends and technologies.
In addition to his skills, Olivier is also a project manager, managing several tasks simultaneously. He is a talented artist and an inspiring leader. We look forward to seeing how Olivier continues to innovate and evolve.
Coordinator International Distribution
André beaupré
About
Before his arrival as Digital Coordinator, Distribution at ComediHa! in 2021, André has spent fifteen years as a tour photographer/social media manager for comedian François .
With his training in photography which brings a sense of aesthetics to images, his technical knowledge and his great understanding of social networks contribute to the achievement of the objectives set.
Digital platforms and content coordinator
Laurie Chandonnet
About
Laurie studied public communications at Laval University. Her interest in events and public relations led her to do her internship at ComediHa!. Once the internship was completed, she was hired as a community manager. Since then, her role has evolved into digital platforms and content coordinator for monetization and Comediha.tv.
Her enthusiasm for learning, her curiosity and her diligence make her an ally in the team. Still early in her career, we can’t wait to see what she does in the future.
