Media Clips

Economic Considerations for Entertainment Leaders

Episode Summary

Financial leaders in the entertainment industry are zeroed in on cost control and quality over quantity amid this year’s economic disruption. This Media Clips Podcast episode, hosted by GHJ’s Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff, featured Dan Landes, GHJ’s Media and Advertising Practice leader, to discuss disruption in the entertainment industry and more. Dan shared key insights into the current state of the entertainment industry and highlighted both challenges and strategic shifts among financial leaders: • Rising costs continue to be a concern, especially for businesses operating in Los Angeles • Despite headwinds, there are signs of industry resilience, with strong performance from animated content and lower-risk series • CFOs are increasingly focused on cost control and cash flow management • Financial leaders are leveraging data analytics to improve operational efficiency • Studios are prioritizing fewer, higher-quality productions to maximize return on investment

Episode Notes

The podcast references the article: 5 Things for Entertainment Professionals to Know When Considering a GAAP Financial Statement Audit.

Five Things Every Entertainment Leader Should Know can be accessed here.

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