Entertainment & Media
Expert M&A and Capital Advisory for Leading Media & Entertainment Companies
How we work

Our Entertainment & Media group specializes in delivering high-level merger, acquisition, and capital advisory services tailored to the needs of media and entertainment companies. Backed by deep, sector-specific knowledge, our experienced bankers offer clients direct access to a broad network of prominent industry players. This combination of strategic expertise and strong market relationships enables us to provide effective, deal-driven solutions that align with our clients’ growth, investment, and exit objectives in an ever-evolving industry landscape.

Entertainment Investment Bank

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS ADVISORY FOR THE MIDDLE MARKET:

We connect studios, producers, and entertainment-focused companies with the capital and strategic partnerships necessary to achieve their financial and growth objectives. Through our extensive industry network, we maintain direct relationships with producers, owners, technologists, executives, and investors who are actively engaged in shaping the future of the media and entertainment landscape. Our advisory services are tailored to the evolving needs of middle-market companies across the entertainment value chain.

  • Digital Media – Online streaming platforms, content creators, and digital-first publishers navigating monetization and scale.
  • Cable Television – Networks and operators seeking strategic partnerships, consolidation, or technology modernization.
  • Local Television – Regional broadcast stations exploring ownership transitions or growth financing.
  • Feature Films – Major film production and distribution companies engaged in financing, partnerships, or strategic exits.
  • Indie Films – Independent film producers and studios needing capital support, co-production, or distribution alignment.
  • Theaters, Stage & Live Events – Operators and promoters in need of investment, restructuring, or strategic sale support.
  • Media Technology – Developers of software and platforms enabling content creation, editing, distribution, or analytics.
  • Media Finance – Specialized advisory around structured media deals, IP monetization, and production financing.
  • Radio Broadcast – Traditional and digital radio operators pursuing consolidation or diversification strategies.
  • Music & Music Distribution – Labels, publishers, and platforms managing catalogs, rights, and digital revenue growth.
  • Talent Brokering & Representation – Agencies and management firms representing artists, actors, and creators navigating deal structures or succession.

Our expertise and services for media and entertainment companies span mergers, acquisitions, debt and equity financing, studio co-financing, slate financing, and broader capital advisory. Leveraging deep industry insight and a global network—including strong overseas relationships—we support companies navigating the rapidly expanding demand for digital media across international markets.

In addition to traditional media and film advisory, our team focuses on larger-scale transactions and emerging opportunities in online video production, content distribution, and tech-enabled entertainment platforms. As digital disruption continues to reshape the industry, we help strategic players unlock liquidity, scale, and long-term value.

While we are active in the entertainment and media space, we do not provide financing for single films or standalone productions. Instead, our services are aimed at companies managing multiple projects annually—those with established operational models and a clear vision for growth. If your organization is seeking expansion capital or exploring strategic transactions in media and entertainment, we encourage you to connect with our experienced advisory team.

Our M&A Process
01. Strategic Planning
Define the company’s long-term vision and determine how mergers or acquisitions align with overall business goals.This step sets the foundation for identifying the right type of transaction and desired outcomes.
02. Assess Financial Readiness
Evaluate current financial health, cash flow, and capital structure to determine the ability to support a deal.This may involve internal audits, valuation analysis, and preparing financial documentation for transparency.
03. Align M&A Criteria
Establish clear parameters such as industry focus, size, location, and cultural fit for potential deals.Having defined criteria streamlines the target identification process and improves strategic alignment.
04. Research Target Industry
Analyze market dynamics, competition, regulatory environment, and emerging trends within the target sector.This research helps to identify risks and growth opportunities that could impact the deal’s success.
05. Target List Building
Develop a focused list of high-potential acquisition targets or prospective buyers based on strategic fit.The list is often prioritized based on financial performance, market position, and synergy potential.
06. Target Outreach
Initiate confidential contact with selected targets to assess interest and explore potential deal scenarios.Initial communication is typically discreet and may involve intermediaries to protect confidentiality.
07. Engage Targets
Begin meaningful conversations to evaluate strategic alignment, cultural compatibility, and mutual goals.This stage helps determine whether to proceed to more formal negotiations.
08. Letter of Intent (LOI)
Draft a non-binding agreement that outlines the basic terms, structure, and timeline of the potential deal.The LOI signals serious interest and sets the stage for due diligence.
09. Due Diligence
Conduct a comprehensive investigation into the target's financials, operations, legal matters, and risks.This step is critical to validating deal assumptions and avoiding post-transaction surprises.
10. Closing
Execute final agreements, obtain necessary approvals, and complete the legal and financial components of the deal.This includes signing of contracts, transfer of funds, and formal deal announcements.
11. Target Integration
Align systems, processes, teams, and cultures to ensure smooth operational and strategic integration post-deal.Successful integration maximizes value creation and helps realize synergies from the transaction.
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