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At Starfish, we're looking for visionaries who are breaking new ground in how culture is created, shared, and experienced. We support projects that:

CHALLENGE

Challenge conventional methods of storytelling and content creation.

INNOVATE

Leverage innovative technologies to reach audiences directly.

SERVE

Aim to serve underrepresented communities and perspectives.

For Creative Media Projects

WHAT WE FUND:

Tell us your groundbreaking idea! We're interested in a wide range of creative media projects, including but not limited to:

  • Digital-first content (podcasts, web series, interactive storytelling, webtoons)

  • Emerging media formats (Immersive and interactive experiences, AI-assisted storytelling)

  • Community-driven content platforms

  • Innovative approaches to serialized storytelling

  • Hybrid experiences that blend live in-person and digital elements

  • Multimedia projects that push the boundaries of multiple formats

  • Immersive storytelling experiences that engage audiences in new ways

  • Cross-platform narratives that create cohesive storytelling ecosystems

Your project should address an existing gap for your target audience and demonstrate a clear go-to-market strategy and direct audience engagement.

For Media-Tech Projects

WHAT WE FUND:

We're looking for startups developing tools and platforms that enable new forms of cultural creation and distribution. This could include:

  • Content creation and collaboration tools

  • Direct-to-consumer distribution platforms

  • Audience engagement and community-building technologies

  • Blockchain and Web3 applications for creative industries

Your product should address a clear market need and demonstrate potential for scalable impact in reshaping how culture is produced, shared, or monetized.

YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY

  • Amir Sulaiman

    Amir Sulaiman

  • Derek Nguyen

    Derek Nguyen

  • Vanessa Benton

    Vanessa Benton