Film Financing

Lights, camera, funding—Wimberly Funding makes it possible.

At Wimberly Funding, we specialize in film, television, and new media financing on a national and international scale. As experienced Film Finance Consultants, we connect producers with investors and lenders who fund projects ranging from $1 million to $500 million+.

We treat every film loan like an asset-based business loan, secured by collateral such as pre-sales, tax credits, distribution agreements, and future revenue streams. Every project must demonstrate “skin in the game”—with 10%–15% equity and proof of funds required from the producer.

Funding Categories

Our lenders and investors provide financing across all stages of production:

Production Loans – Cover production costs secured by pre-sale contracts or receivables.

Gap / Super Gap Loans – Based on unsold territory estimates from reputable sales agents.

Bridge Loans – Short-term funding (often talent-related) until long-term financing is secured.

Sales Agent Advances – Collateralized by sales estimates (only available to top-tier sales agents).

Tax Credit Loans – Secured by state or foreign territory tax incentives.

Finishing Funds – Capital to complete production, post-production, or delivery.

P&A Financing – Covers U.S. theatrical releasing and marketing costs.

Ultimate Loans – Based on net revenues after theatrical release.

Library Loans – Financing against an existing film/TV library or current-owned assets.

Film Union Deposits – Advances against SAG, DGA, and IATSE deposits.

Minimum Guarantee Loans – Advances against distributor minimum guarantees.

Sales Receivables – Term loans or advances against fixed receivables.

Studio & Infrastructure Loans

We also fund the construction or acquisition of film studios through:

SBA 504 & 7a Loans – For buildings, equipment, or acquisitions.

Unique Special Purpose Loans – For film studios considered higher-risk, single-use properties.

Hard Money Loans – Private, asset-backed lending (65–75% LTV, starting at 9%).

Asset-Based Loans – Using other assets (real estate, precious metals, art, stocks, yachts, aircraft, etc.).

Crowdfunding – Niche industry platforms that pool investor support.

Friends, Family & Associates – Private placement opportunities (e.g., PPM structures).

Investor Expectations

Most investors prefer projects in pre-production, production, post-production, or completed stages with unencumbered collateral. Early development projects may be considered for structuring guidance.

Legal fees will be charged by lenders/investors, and borrowers must retain a qualified Entertainment Attorney to protect their rights. These fees can range from $2,500 to higher amounts depending on deal size, and are due upon signing the term sheet (non-refundable).

Film Financing

At Wimberly Funding, we specialize in film, television, and new media financing on a national and international scale. As experienced Film Finance Consultants, we connect producers with investors and lenders who fund projects ranging from $1 million to $500 million+.

We treat every film loan like an asset-based business loan, secured by collateral such as pre-sales, tax credits, distribution agreements, and future revenue streams. Every project must demonstrate “skin in the game”—with 10%–15% equity and proof of funds required from the producer.

Funding Categories

Our lenders and investors provide financing across all stages of production:

Studio & Infrastructure Loans

We also fund the construction or acquisition of film studios through:

Investor Expectations

Most investors prefer projects in pre-production, production, post-production, or completed stages with unencumbered collateral. Early development projects may be considered for structuring guidance.

Legal fees will be charged by lenders/investors, and borrowers must retain a qualified Entertainment Attorney to protect their rights. These fees can range from $2,500 to higher amounts depending on deal size, and are due upon signing the term sheet (non-refundable).

Why Wimberly Funding?

Your vision deserves the spotlight—let Wimberly Funding help bring it to the screen.

Experience funding across all phases of production & distribution

Access to a global network of film investors & lenders

Ability to structure complex financing packages

Tailored solutions from traditional loans to creative funding models

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