Lightwave Entertainment Levelized strategy for a predictable production
Without a disciplined approach, individual motion pictures are subject to a multitude of risk factors which can negate success, including cost overruns, lack of broad audience appeal, lack of financial controls and poor marketing plans. However, if a project is properly structured with a disciplined approach, the results have the potential to be more stable, predictable and rewarding.
Lightwave Entertainment is a production company specializing in funding models and producing films using a risk-managed approach. We work diligently to monitor expenses, mitigate risks, develop financial models and identify methods to reduce client and lender risk. Implementing a thorough and systematic process helps to eliminate the most common hazards encountered throughout every stage of film production. This includes – but is not limited to – a seasoned production team, broad appeal of each project, commitment of major or emerging talent, and appropriate, realistic budgeting.
Lightwave has a specialized working knowledge of the tax incentives offered by the state of Louisiana, in addition to the ability to cash flow tax credits through our unique partnerships in the community and industry. By ensuring sales estimates greater than a film's production cost, and securing domestic distribution, marketing and promotion for the film, our objective is a greater rate of return for investors than those found in other conventional investments, while minimizing the amount of risk. Lightwave brings a talent for complex financial thinking and investing that encourages profitability for films of any budget.