Carbon Arc Media provides capital access and investment alignment for thoroughly vetted new media ventures, AI-enabled platforms, and creative technology startups operating within or adjacent to the filmed entertainment ecosystem.
We focus on backing commercially viable companies, products, and platforms that serve a real market, demonstrate defensible revenue models, and have credible leadership. Our participation is tied to execution-ready businesses, not speculative ideas.
Our goal is to expand our capital framework beyond traditional production finance, and support the next generation of media infrastructure, content formats, and creator tools.
Carbon Arc engages in venture or platform-level financing when the following criteria are met:
A complete and defensible business plan is in place
Revenue strategy is validated or modelable within 18-24 months
Product or service is commercially aligned with filmed media, distribution, or adjacent production workflows
Founders and team are execution-capable and market fluent
Company risk is low due to existing traction, demand, or strategic alignment with studio/distributor needs
Capital for qualified projects at the stage they need it most
Structured to the business model and capitalization needs
Service-backed repayment for structured deals
For startups integrating with film or streaming workflows
We understand both sides of the equation: the financing models behind content and the logistics of bringing it to screen. We know the software, infrastructure, and operational blind spots that plague production and distribution pipelines.
Our capital is practical. Our lens is commercial. Our risk tolerance is low. And our outcomes are designed to serve a market, not chase a trend.
We do not invest in:
If your company, product, or platform aligns with our focus areas, we'd like to hear from you. Reach out directly: you'll speak with our principals.
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