Backstage

Backstage LLC operates an online casting platform that connects actors and performers with job opportunities and career guidance while assisting casting professionals and talent seekers in finding suitable talent for their projects. Founded in 1960 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Backstage serves the entertainment and creative industries by providing application management tools that vet casting notices for quality and legitimacy, ensuring a safe environment for performers. The platform is recognized as a leading freelancer marketplace, enabling efficient collaboration between productions, brands, creative agencies, and skilled creative talent. Backstage employs a remote workforce, with team members located in over 16 countries, to meet the demands of today's content creation needs.

Michael Madia

CFO

3 past transactions

The Mandy Network

Acquisition in 2021
The Mandy Network Ltd operates a networking platform designed to assist creative professionals in finding work within the arts and media industries. Established in 2003 and based in London, the platform connects actors, film and television crew, theatre professionals, child actors, voiceover artists, dancers, singers, musicians, models, and extras with employment opportunities in various settings such as television studios, movie sets, training institutions, events, concert halls, and theatre companies. By facilitating connections among artists, including linking art directors with cinematographers and other production roles, The Mandy Network empowers users to promote themselves, expand their professional networks, and pursue suitable career opportunities in the film, TV, theatre, and commercial production sectors.

StarNow

Acquisition in 2021
StarNow is an online platform based in Wellington, New Zealand, that connects various types of talent, including actors, models, dancers, photographers, stylists, crew members, and musicians, with casting professionals. The website serves as a hub for auditions and job opportunities, allowing users to find and apply for roles in the entertainment and creative industries. By facilitating these connections, StarNow supports individuals seeking to advance their careers while providing casting professionals with access to a diverse pool of talent.

Sonicbids

Acquisition in 2013
Sonicbids is an online platform that facilitates connections between bands, promoters, and consumer brands within the music industry. With a network of over 400,000 bands and 30,000 promoters across more than 100 countries, it serves as a significant resource for musicians seeking to book gigs and promote themselves. The platform features a Social Music Marketing product suite designed to help brand marketers engage music fans through rich, music-related content. Sonicbids has established exclusive partnerships with notable music events, including South By Southwest (SXSW), Bonnaroo, and Primavera Pro, making it a key player in the industry. Additionally, it collaborates with consumer brands such as Renaissance Hotels and Anheuser Busch, enhancing their reach to music audiences.
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