Los Angeles

Los Angeles is where the creator economy's intermediaries concentrate: Maker, Fullscreen, Machinima, StyleHaul and Collective Digital Studio all form and are absorbed here, Disney Digital Network sits in Culver City, YouTube Space LA in Playa Vista, TikTok in Culver City, the Streamys and VidCon in Anaheim. The creator houses of 2017 to 2021 and the Burbank studios of Mythical, Smosh and Rooster Teeth's owners are here too.

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• 2005Anthony PadillaSmosh co founder, interviewerAttention
• 2005Ian HecoxSmosh co founder and co ownerAttention
• 2005NetflixStreaming serviceAttention
• 2005SmoshSketch comedy channel and studioAttention
• 2006Rhett & LinkComedy duo, Mythical Entertainment foundersAttention
• 2007Fine Brothers (React Media)React franchise creatorsAttention
• 2007Michelle PhanBeauty creator, Ipsy co founderAttention
• 2007Tyler OakleyYouTube creator, activistAttention
• 2008Colleen Ballinger (Miranda Sings)Comedy creator, touring performerAttention
• 2008Grace HelbigComedy creator, authorAttention
• 2008Shane DawsonYouTube creator, documentarianAttention
• 2008Zach KingVideo effects creatorAttention
• 2009Bethany MotaHaul creator, jewelry founderAttention
• 2009Jackie AinaBeauty creator, candle brand founderAttention
• 2009TSMEsports organizationAttention
• 2010Epic Rap Battles of HistoryYouTube seriesAttention
• 2010FaZe ClanEsports and creator organizationAttention
• 2010Jenna MarblesYouTube creator, retiredAttention
• 2010Lilly SinghYouTube creator, television host, producerAttention
• 2010Nadeshot (Matthew Haag)Former Call of Duty pro, 100 Thieves founderAttention
• 2010Tati WestbrookBeauty creator, supplement and beverage founderAttention
• 2011Ethan Klein (h3h3)Podcaster, apparel co founderAttention
• 2011MatPatGame Theory creator, Theorist MediaAttention
• 2011SnapchatMessaging and short video platform, Snap IncAttention
• 2012Markiplier (Mark Fischbach)YouTube creator, filmmakerAttention
• 2013Cameron DallasVine and YouTube creatorAttention
• 2013Cloud9Esports organizationAttention
• 2013Cody KoComedian, podcasterAttention
• 2013David DobrikVlogger, Vlog Squad founder, app co founderAttention
• 2013Liza KoshyVine and YouTube creator turned actorAttention
• 2013Nikita DragunBeauty creator, cosmetics founderAttention
• 2013Patrick StarrrBeauty creator, One/Size founderAttention
• 2013Pokimane (Imane Anys)Streamer, snack brand founderAttention
• 2014Manny MUA (Manuel Gutierrez)Beauty creator, cosmetics founderAttention
• 2014ShroudStreamer, former Counter Strike proAttention
• 2014The Try GuysComedy group, independent studio ownersAttention
• 2015Alissa VioletCreator, modelAttention
• 2015Bryce HallTikTok creator, boxerAttention
• 2015James CharlesBeauty creatorAttention
• 2015NRG EsportsEsports and content organizationAttention
• 2015TrillerShort video app and events group, delistedAttention · closed
• 2015Vlog SquadVlog ensembleAttention
• 2015Yes TheoryTravel and challenge crew, apparel ownersAttention
• 2016100 ThievesEsports and lifestyle brandAttention
• 2016Chase Hudson (Huddy)TikTok creator, musician, Hype House co founderAttention
• 2016Emma ChamberlainYouTube creator, coffee company co CEOAttention
• 2016Team 10Creator collective and management companyAttention · closed
• 2017Clout GangCreator houseAttention · closed
• 2017TikTokShort form video platform, ByteDance and TikTok USDS joint ventureAttention
• 2018Alex CooperPodcaster, network and beverage founderAttention
• 2018Dear MediaPodcast network for female creators, DBA spinoutAttention
• 2018Josh RichardsTikTok creator, producer, investorAttention
• 2018Ludwig AhgrenStreamer, events and media founderAttention
• 2019Addison RaeTikTok creator turned pop musicianAttention
• 2019Airrack (Eric Decker)YouTube creatorAttention
• 2019Charli D'AmelioTikTok creator, dancer, Broadway performerAttention
• 2019Dixie D'AmelioTikTok creator, singer, snack brand founderAttention
• 2019Hype HouseTikTok content houseAttention · closed
• 2019Thomas PetrouHype House co founder and managerAttention
• 2020Bella PoarchTikTok creator, musicianAttention
• 2020Clubhouse BHTikTok content house, publicly traded parentAttention · closed
• 2020QuibiMobile short form streaming serviceAttention · closed
• 2020Sway HouseTikTok content houseAttention · closed
• 2005A3 Artists Agency (Abrams Artists)Talent agency with digital division, closedIntermediaries · closed
• 2005CollegeHumorComedy website and video studioIntermediaries
• 2005Creative Artists Agency (Creators)Talent agency, creators divisionIntermediaries
• 2005ICM PartnersTalent agency, merged into CAAIntermediaries
• 2005MachinimaMulti channel network, gamingIntermediaries · closed
• 2005TYT NetworkOnline news networkIntermediaries
• 2005The Gersh AgencyTalent agency, buyer of A3's digital divisionIntermediaries
• 2005The Team (formerly Wasserman)Sports, music and entertainment agency with creators divisionIntermediaries
• 2005United Talent Agency (Digital)Talent agency, digital and creators divisionIntermediaries
• 2005WME (WME Group)Talent agency, digital department, Endeavor's core agencyIntermediaries
• 2006ClevverPop culture news channelsIntermediaries
• 2006First MediaSocial video publisher, So Yummy and BlossomIntermediaries
• 2007Dan WeinsteinExecutive, co founder of Collective Digital Studio and Underscore TalentIntermediaries
• 2007Reza IzadExecutive, co founder of Collective Digital Studio and Underscore TalentIntermediaries
• 2009Corridor DigitalCreator owned visual effects studioIntermediaries
• 2009Jukin MediaUser generated video licensing and channelsIntermediaries
• 2009Maker StudiosMulti channel networkIntermediaries
• 2009Mythical EntertainmentCreator owned studio, Rhett and LinkIntermediaries
• 2009ZefrRights management and brand safety softwareIntermediaries
• 2010Team CocoConan O'Brien digital media companyIntermediaries
• 2011Big FrameMulti channel network and talent managementIntermediaries
• 2011Collective Digital StudioMulti channel networkIntermediaries
• 2011FullscreenMulti channel network and creator toolsIntermediaries · closed
• 2011Kin CommunityWomen's lifestyle creator networkIntermediaries
• 2011MediakixInfluencer marketing agency, acquired by StadiumredIntermediaries
• 2011Select Management GroupCreator management companyIntermediaries
• 2011StyleHaulFashion and beauty multi channel networkIntermediaries · closed
• 2012AwesomenessTVTeen focused multi channel network and studioIntermediaries
• 2012PayPal HoneyBrowser coupon extension, PayPal, biggest YouTube sponsor of the 2010sIntermediaries
• 2012TastemadeFood and travel video networkIntermediaries
• 2012mitúLatino digital media company and networkIntermediaries
• 2013Defy MediaDigital studio and multi channel networkIntermediaries · closed
• 2013FameBitCreator sponsorship marketplace, acquired by GoogleIntermediaries
• 2013Long Haul ManagementCreator management company, acquired by WassermanIntermediaries
• 2013Omnia MediaGaming multi channel networkIntermediaries
• 2013Studio71Multi channel network and podcast networkIntermediaries
• 2014Bottle Rocket ManagementYouTube talent management company, absorbed by NightIntermediaries
• 2014Chas LacailladeExecutive, founder of Bottle Rocket ManagementIntermediaries
• 2014CreatorIQEnterprise creator marketing softwareIntermediaries
• 2014FanjoyCreator merch companyIntermediaries · closed
• 2014RepresentCelebrity merch campaign platformIntermediaries
• 2015NightCreator management and holding companyIntermediaries
• 2015Reed DuchscherExecutive, founder of NightIntermediaries
• 2015Tagger MediaInfluencer marketing software, acquired by Sprout SocialIntermediaries
• 2016Electric Monster Media (ZATV)Digital media roll upIntermediaries
• 2016Evolved Talent AgencyEsports and gaming talent agencyIntermediaries
• 2016JellysmackCreator catalog licensing and media companyIntermediaries
• 2016RevelmodeCreator sub network within Maker StudiosIntermediaries · closed
• 2016The RingerSports and culture site and podcast networkIntermediaries
• 2016WonderyPodcast networkIntermediaries · closed
• 2017Brandon FreytagExecutive, founder of LoadedIntermediaries
• 2017Crooked MediaPolitical podcast networkIntermediaries
• 2017Flip ManagementCreator management company, merged into SelectIntermediaries
• 2017LoadedGaming and streamer management companyIntermediaries
• 20182nd Try LLCCreator owned production company and streaming serviceIntermediaries
• 2018Call Her DaddyPodcastIntermediaries
• 2018DropoutCreator owned comedy streaming serviceIntermediaries
• 2019DispoPhoto sharing appIntermediaries
• 2019FourthwallCreator storefront and merch platformIntermediaries
• 2019Rogue RocketCreator owned news company, Philip DeFrancoIntermediaries
• 2019SpotterCreator catalog financing and monetizationIntermediaries
• 2019TalentX EntertainmentTalent management, Sway House operatorIntermediaries
• 2019Watcher EntertainmentCreator owned digital studioIntermediaries
• 2020Michael GruenExecutive, founder of TalentX EntertainmentIntermediaries
• 2020Mogul MovesCreator owned events and content companyIntermediaries
• 2020Stan StoreCreator storefront for digital products and coachingIntermediaries
• 2021Midnight SocietyGame studioIntermediaries · closed
• 2021Underscore TalentCreator management companyIntermediaries
• 2022OffbrandCreator owned games publisher, events arm closedIntermediaries
• 2023UnwellCreator owned podcast and media network, Alex CooperIntermediaries
• 2025Experiential Supply CoExperiential and live events agency, acquired by NightIntermediaries
• 2025Fox Creator StudiosFox Corporation studio for creator led programmingIntermediaries
• 2005ChipotleRestaurant chain, Newport Beach CaliforniaGoods
• 2008MorpheCosmetics brand and retailer, creator collaboration modelGoods
• 2013Dr. SquatchDTC brand built on creator advertisingGoods
• 2013EM CosmeticsCosmetics brand, creator owned, formerly L'OréalGoods
• 2013RidgeWallet and everyday carry brand, creator equity partnerGoods
• 2014ColourPopCosmetics brand, Seed Beauty house brand built on creator collaborationsGoods
• 2014Jeffree Star CosmeticsCosmetics brand, creator owned, direct to consumerGoods
• 2014Killer MerchMerchandise producer and fulfillment, Chatsworth Los AngelesGoods
• 2014Seed BeautyVertically integrated beauty manufacturer, Oxnard CaliforniaGoods
• 2015Kylie CosmeticsCosmetics brand, celebrity owned, the creator brand templateGoods
• 2017Maverick by Logan PaulApparel brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2017Teddy FreshApparel brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2018CloakGaming apparel, creator ownedGoods
• 2018Halo BeautyBeauty supplement brand, creator co foundedGoods
• 2018Lunar BeautyCosmetics brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2018Seek DiscomfortApparel brand, Yes TheoryGoods
• 2018Sisters ApparelApparel brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2019Chamberlain CoffeeCoffee brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2019Dragun BeautyCosmetics brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2020Ani EnergyEnergy drink brand, creator co foundedGoods · closed
• 2020Forvr MoodCandle and self care brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2020HigroundGaming keyboard brand, acquired by 100 ThievesGoods
• 2020One/SizeCosmetics brand, creator co founded with Luxury Brand PartnersGoods
• 2020Top of the Mornin' CoffeeCoffee brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2021Happy Dad Hard SeltzerHard seltzer brand, creator co ownedGoods
• 2022D'Amelio BrandsCreator family holding companyGoods
• 2022JuveeEnergy drink brand, spun out of 100 ThievesGoods
• 2023Be Happy SnacksFlavored popcorn brand, creator fronted, D'Amelio BrandsGoods
• 2023D'Amelio FootwearFootwear brand, creator family ownedGoods
• 2023Myna SnacksSnack brand, creator ownedGoods
• 2024WMen's body care brand, creator owned, Walmart lineGoods
• 2025Unwell HydrationElectrolyte drink, creator ownedGoods · closed
• 2005Anaheim Convention CenterConvention venue, AnaheimPlaces
• 2009Streamy AwardsOnline video awards showPlaces
• 2010VidConOnline video convention, AnaheimPlaces
• 2013BeautyconBeauty creator festivalPlaces
• 2013YouTube Space LAFree production studio for creators, Playa VistaPlaces · closed
• 2016FaZe House, Hollywood HillsEsports and creator housePlaces · closed
• 2016Mythical Entertainment studio, BurbankProduction studio and headquartersPlaces
• 2017Clout HouseFaZe Clan creator house, Los AngelesPlaces · closed
• 2017Team 10 houseCreator house, Beverly Grove then CalabasasPlaces · closed
• 2018TanaConCreator convention, failedPlaces · closed
• 2020100 Thieves Cash App CompoundEsports and apparel headquarters, Culver CityPlaces
• 2020Hype House mansion, MoorparkCreator housePlaces · closed
• 2020Sway House, Bel AirTikTok creator housePlaces · closed
• 2020TikTok US headquarters, Culver CityUS headquartersPlaces
• 2023The LighthouseCreator campus, Whalar GroupPlaces
• 2023TikTok ShopIn app marketplace with creator affiliate commissionsPlaces
• 2005Allen Media GroupByron Allen's media companyCapital
• 2005DreamWorks AnimationStudio, acquirer of AwesomenessTVCapital
• 2005Monster BeverageEnergy drink company, Corona, CaliforniaCapital
• 2005RazerGaming hardware company, Irvine and SingaporeCapital
• 2005The Walt Disney CompanyMedia conglomerate, Maker Studios acquirerCapital
• 2006Kartoon Studios (Genius Brands)Children's animation companyCapital
• 2010The Chernin GroupMedia investment firm, TCGCapital
• 2014Otter MediaDigital media holding company, Chernin and AT&T joint ventureCapital · closed
• 2014Super League EnterpriseRoblox and gaming media company, buyer of Misfits AdsCapital
• 2015Amaze HoldingsCreator commerce software company, owner of SpringCapital
• 2016Latido NetworksLatino digital media groupCapital
• 2018NTWRKLivestream shopping company, Complex ownerCapital
• 2021Anti FundVenture firm, Jake Paul and Logan PaulCapital
• 2022BreezeCreator financing firmCapital
• 2022FixatedCreator management and production companyCapital
• 2022Night CapitalVenture fund, Night and The Chernin Group joint ventureCapital
• 2026Compound Creative HoldingsCreator business holding company, CAA and TPGCapital