Marcus Richards
Whether it’s interactive, immersive experiences or revolutionizing the way we engage with content, recent startups in the video industry are giving us a lot to look forward to. So, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most innovative video-focused companies who began their journey in the year 2020, and what they’re bringing to the table. Most of these companies are utilizing cutting-edge technology to redefine how we view and interact with video content. Let’s take a closer look at these groundbreaking ventures based in Los Angeles, California.
Operating within a range of fields including gaming, music, virtual events, and more, these technological startups represent the future of the video industry. They’re taking risks, innovating, and showing us new ways to engage with the content we consume. They’re stepping into uncharted territories, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in interactive and immersive storytelling.
The technology that these companies are using or creating is going to have a significant impact in the video industry. The solutions they are providing are not only revolutionary but are also solving real-world problems that are recognized by audiences across the globe.
FreshCut
Founded by Ben Stueck, Ernie Le, and James Kuk, FreshCut is an innovative web3 gaming community catering to creators and fans. The platform utilizes a unique blend of short-form gaming videos and community tokens to redefine how creators engage with their fans, and to highlight premier gaming experiences. To know more about the services, visit their LinkedIn or follow @freshcut on Twitter.
Encore Music Technologies
Brought together by Kid Cudi, Ian Edelman, and Jonathan Gray, Encore is a vibrant live music app that aims to revolutionize the way artists interact and monetize their relationships with fans, through fan interactions and community-centered content. Finding more about the application is just a click away on their LinkedIn or @clapforencore on Twitter.
BuzzCast
Co-founded by Luke Peterson, Matthias Thoemmes, and Ryan Byrne, BuzzCast offers a prolific virtual events platform that has proven instrumental in powering many globally recognized events. Find out more about their work on their LinkedIn, or on their Facebook page.
Treehouse Games
Spearheaded by Michael Chu and Ryan Sullivan, Treehouse Games is a dedicated gaming studio centered around collaborative games that help players create memorable experiences and deepen friendships.
Struum
Co-founded by Eugene Liew, Lauren DeVillier, Paul Pastor, and Thomas Wadsworth, Struum is a unique platform providing viewers access to thousands of shows and movies across over 60+ services under a single subscription. More details can be fount at their Twitter page or on Facebook.
Fika
Adam Altman, Alec Berg, Bubba Murarka, and Engin Kurutepe founded Fika, an application designed to enable online video conversations, through which users can watch or participate in discussions with other users. Follow @terriblepets on Twitter to keep updated.
Backlot
Fully managed by Daniel Citron, Backlot is a media agency offering pre-production, animation, graphic design, film making, and videography services. More information can be found on their LinkedIn or @backlot_app on Twitter.
ForeVR Games
ForeVR Games, developed by Marcus Segal and Mike Pagano Doom, aims to create games that foster social play and offer entertainment for people of all ages. Keep up with them on their Facebook and LinkedIn pages.
Lalabox
Founded by Kirill Avery and Yurii Yatsenko, Lalabox is an innovative mobile application offering live-streaming and shopping services. Interact with them on their Facebook page or @lalaboxio on Twitter.
Incredible Dream Studios
Founded by Jamie Seltzer, and Jane Hoffacker, Incredible Dream Studios is one to look out for in the video game development industry.
Streamwise
Streamwise is an enterprise SaaS platform poised to help content distributors gather the necessary data to form actionable business insights. Visit their Facebook and LinkedIn to stay updated.
As we witness the evolution of the video industry, it’s startups like these that pave the way for the future. Whether through gaming, music, virtual reality or more, these companies are transforming the way we engage with video content, creating immersive experiences that were once only dreamt of.
