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Above Average

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Creates original, premium programming for networks, brands, and fans

New York City, United StatesFounded 2012Consumer Services

Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2016

Headcount 100–500 Current team size

Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding

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About Above Average

Above Average, founded in 2012 by Lorne Broadway Video, is a premium creative and production services company specializing in comedy. With a rich 40-year legacy in TV and video, the company creates award-winning content for networks, digital platforms, and brands. Above Average serves clients ranging from major television networks to online streaming services and corporate brands seeking high-quality comedic content. Operating in the entertainment and media market, the company leverages its extensive industry experience to deliver engaging and humorous productions. The business model focuses on project-based revenue, earning money through production contracts, licensing deals, and brand partnerships. Above Average's unique selling proposition lies in its ability to blend traditional TV expertise with modern digital storytelling, making it a sought-after partner in the comedy production space.

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At a glance

Status: Operational
Founded: 2012
Headquarters: New York City, United States
Employees: 149
Open positions: None listed
Dealroom signal: 74.7/100
Industry: Media
Sub-industry: Content production
Sector: Consumer Services, Digital Entertainment, Immersive Technologies, Hard Tech
Technology: Virtual Reality
Client focus: b2b, b2c
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Funding history

3 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
SERIES B✓Equity / VC	Jun 2016	$15M	$60M	Advance Venture Partners · Advance	—
DEBT✓Debt	Oct 2015	$7.8M	—	Undisclosed	—

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Above Average website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Above Average is 3.1K monthly website visits, up 72.2% over the last three months. Above Average's team grew 9.6% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits3.1K 3-month web change+72.2% 1-year team growth+9.6%

Monthly website visitsMar 2017–Jul 2026

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