SP Media Group’s Avenue Six Studios To Provide Financing For California-Based Film & TV Productions
Avenue Six Studios, a Van Nuys-based production facility, owned by SP Media Group, will be providing production financing to support movie and TV projects shot on its soundstages or utilize its services.
SP Media Group is led by veteran producer Steven Paul, who is also the Special Advisor to Hollywood Ambassador Jon Voight.
The initiative is part of SP Media Group’s ongoing effort to strengthen U.S.-based production and expand the studio’s capabilities following the acquisition back in May.
Under the new program, Avenue Six Studios will finance productions contributing up to 100% of total production costs. The program includes access to a full suite of the studio’s in-house services, including cameras, grip and electric equipment, trucks and transportation, set design and construction, wardrobe and props, and a range of editing and audio post-production services.
Earlier this year, Paul and Voight met with President Donald Trump to propose a “Make Hollywood Great Again” plan to boost U.S. productions. The duo also worked with SP Media Group/Atlas Comics President Scott Karol to advocate for federal legislation supporting domestic film & TV production. This includes Section 181 incentives, which provide critical tax benefits to help keep productions in the United States.
“Avenue Six is now a one-stop shop, and this financing initiative reinforces our commitment to bringing production back to Los Angeles,” said Steven Paul, Chairman and CEO of SP Media Group. “By combining world-class facilities with accessible financing, we’re making it easier than ever for filmmakers to create high-quality content right here at home.”
The Avenue Six campus features four fully equipped soundstages, a New York–style backlot, and standing sets that include a hospital, jail, fire station, apartments, and kitchen environments. The studio has supported feature films, commercials, television series, talk shows, digital content, and more. Notably, The Last Firefighter, an upcoming feature film produced by Paul, recently wrapped filming at Avenue Six Studios and on location around Los Angeles. The film stars Oscar winner Voight and Emmy Award winner Kelsey Grammer.
“With the backing of SP Media Group, Avenue Six is entering an exciting new chapter,” said Karol, President of SP Media Group/Atlas Comics. “This financing program will help bring more productions to our stages and further establish Avenue Six as one of the most producer-friendly studios in California.”
