We Got POP raises £2m from Octopus Ventures and angels to expand in the US
Octopus Ventures led the £2m round, which will fund product development and US expansion.
We Got POP develops digital technology solutions to streamline workflow management for film and television production crews.
London-based FilmTech startup We Got POP has secured £2m in funding led by Octopus Ventures, with backing from AllBright, Andy Phillipps, and Henrik Kraft. The company will direct the capital towards product development and international expansion, specifically targeting the US film and television production markets.
Founded with a focus on modernising production workflows, the company expanded to New York in 2017 and has deployed its platform across major television series including Billions and The Americans. Alongside the funding announcement, We Got POP has appointed Chloe Chesterton as its new UK managing director to support continued growth.
From the founder
"We are delighted that we have the tremendous support of top tier fund Octopus Ventures and experience of angels like Andy Phillipps and Henrik Kraft, to back us as we add products to facilitate a wider community in the film industry and expand into the US."
Kate McLaughlin
Founder and CEO at We Got POP
Investor perspective
"Octopus Ventures is thrilled to support We Got POP, as they continue to revolutionise an industry that is aching for innovation."
Zoe Chambers
Early stage investor, Octopus
Use of funds
- 01Continue product development
- 02Expand into international markets
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We Got POP
We Got POP provides digital workflow technology for the film and television production industry.