Startups you should know about
& that are hiring!
Understanding which startups are gaining traction, scaling, securing funding, etc. is one of the best ways to predict where an industry is headed. And if you’re looking to immerse yourself in a fast-paced environment, learn the inner workings of the industry, and accelerate your career, startups (in my opinion) are the best place to do so.
That said, here are a few entertainment tech startups that you should definitely have on your radar— most of which are also hiring.
TickPick
TickPick is a ticket marketplace that eliminates hidden fees and offers transparent pricing for concerts, sports, and live events. The platform is challenging industry giants like StubHub, TicketMaster, and SeatGeek, by offering a bidding function that allows buyers to name their price.
TickPick has raised a total of $250M and is currently hiring for the following roles:
Data Scientist - New York, NY
Financial Accountant - New York, NY
Accountant - New York, NY
Cosm
Cosm is redefining immersive experiences through large-scale domes and venues that bring sports, concerts, and live events to life. Tech is absolutely transforming how audiences experience live events, and Cosm, spun out of technology developed for planetariums and simulation environments, is leading the charge.
Cosm is currently hiring for 80+ positions across various teams and locations. See career page here.
Backdrop
Backdrop is a seed-stage expense management software and payments platform designed specifically for project-based work in Film, TV, Music, and Events. Founded to streamline the typically disorganized process of managing production expenses, its gained traction by addressing an industry pain point that’s often overlooked by traditional fintech solutions.
Disco
DISCO is a file storage and sharing platform designed specifically for the music and media industries. Built by music professionals, it’s become a trusted tool for over 1,000 global teams—from major record labels and film studios to indie creators and music supervisors.
DISCO is currently hiring for the following roles:
Marketing Associate, Digital & CRM - Los Angeles, CA
Product Marketing Manager - Remote (US)
Agentio
Agentio is reimagining talent representation with tools designed for the influencer economy. Founded by industry vets who saw gaps in managing creators, the platform simplifies ops for talent managers, agencies, and brands navigating this evolving creator landscape.
Agentio recently raised a $12M seed round (led by Benchmark) and is actively expanding their team.
Creator Operations Lead - Brooklyn, NY
Junior Account Executive - Brooklyn, NY
Senior Associate, Sales Operations - Brooklyn, NY
Client Success Manager - Brooklyn, NY
Head of Talent - Brooklyn, NY
Sales Director - Brooklyn, NY
Senior Product Marketing Manager - Brooklyn, NY
Stageverse
Stageverse sits at the intersection of live entertainment and the metaverse, creating 3D virtual environments where users can attend concerts, sports events, and more. They’re gaining momentum through partnerships as artists and brands are looking to expand their digital presence.
Let me know if you want more info on other companies that are 1. Quietly shifting how we interact with entertainment & culture and 2. Hiring now!
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