Media Clips

Hosted by Ilan Haimoff

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Making sense of the motion picture ecosystem for accounting, legal and business leaders in the entertainment industry.

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May 12, 202630 min

Opportunities for Increased Liquidity Production Companies Should Know

In GHJ’s latest episode of the Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff invites distinguished guests to discuss opportunities production companies can take advantage of to improve cash flow and cost efficiencies. Ilan is joined by: O’Melveny & Myers’ Entertainment and Media Industry Group Co-chair Amy Siegel Monarch Private Capital’s Director of Film Finance and Tax Credit Investments Marco Cordova Enspire Media Group’s President Jordan Yospe The group covers: What holders of passive, contingent compensation should know about the value of their profits Considerations when selling production tax incentives and how to make the most of them How to partially fund production through production integration and what to know about this process Other opportunities to increase liquidity

April 14, 202615 min

How Team Culture Can Drive Client Success

In this episode of GHJ’s Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff explores how the Profit Participation Services Practice’s culture was built and how it contributes to a stronger client service model and better business outcomes. Ilan is joined by members of GHJ’s Profit Participation Services Practice, including: Principal Alan Perry Manager Heather Clayton Experienced Associate Cristina Gahan In the conversation, the team discusses: Times the team’s culture and ability to serve clients were challenged and how the group overcame these obstacles How learning and mentorship contribute to a successful team culture and bring advantages to the clients team members serve

April 2, 20266 min

Rethinking Entertainment Finance Model Structures

GHJ’s Search and Staffing Practice Leader Derrick Coleman and Search and Staffing Entertainment Expert Holly Register cover: How entertainment businesses are rethinking their finance model structures and outsourcing financial leadership roles What film and motion picture companies look for in candidates of finance positions, including experience in digital transformation, AI and other technologies Best practices to maximize companies’ search for finance candidates This episode follows an article on top considerations for entertainment professionals when choosing a search firm.

March 13, 202631 min

Trends Impacting Entertainment Business in 2026

GHJ’s latest podcast episode with host and Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff explores the current state of the entertainment industry, as well as predictions for what the future of the film and motion picture business ecosystem may hold. Ilan and Ken discuss: What a decline in volume of film and television releases signifies for the industry How trends in streaming services, including a potential Warner Bros. acquisition, change the business landscape What decreases in subscriptions and waning audience engagement mean for film and television And more

February 17, 202621 min

Financing and Deal Making Amid Consolidation

In GHJ’s latest episode of the Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff invites back Akin Partner and Head of Entertainment, Media and Sports Chris Spicer and Bank of America Head of Entertainment Industries Group Randy Hua. The trio welcomes Content Partners Executive Vice President and Revolution Studios Chief Executive Officer Scott Hemming to discuss the latest trends in entertainment financing and deal making.The four industry leaders cover:Challenges in domestic distribution Trends in consolidation across the entertainment industryPotential opportunities resulting from a broader market and fewer studiosThe surge in demand for branded IPThe importance of audits for related party transactionsListen in to learn more. Follow the Media Clips podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to hear past episodes and listen to new episodes as soon as they become available.

December 23, 202535 min

What an Acquisition of Warner Bros. Means for the Industry

In this episode of GHJ’s Media Clips podcast, GHJ Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks with renowned industry experts, including: O’Melveny & Myers Partner Lindsay ConnerUSC Annenberg's Center for the Digital Future Director Dr. Jeffrey ColeBrecheen, Feldman, Breimer, Silver & Thompson Partner Leigh BrecheenThe panel breaks down what a Warner Bros. deal would mean for the film and television industry. This features discussion around:What Netflix and Paramount would gain from acquiring Warner Bros. (or parts of it)What the entertainment landscape will look like if Netflix achieves this dealWhat it will look like if Paramount doesHow a Netflix or Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. will affect producers, investors, co-finance partners and talentRegulatory challenges ahead for these companiesAction steps for entertainment professionals to take nowListen to the podcast to learn more.

December 11, 202526 min

2025 Accounting and Tax Updates in Film and Television

In the episode, discussion surrounds:Federal, state and local tax developments shaping year-end planning for studios, production companies and entertainment executives, covered by GHJ Entertainment Tax Expert Dan Li and GHJ SALT Practice Leader Frances Ellington GutierrezInternational tax updates from film credits to digital taxes and transfer pricing, as well as how to plan for international production in 2026, explained by GHJ International Tax Expert Andreas KollerThe evolution of finance departments in entertainment, including the latest trends in integrating technology, AI and outsourcing into accounting practices, covered by GHJ Client Accounting and Advisory Service Practice Leader Arna ErazoMarket trends in the entertainment sector and expectations for increased capital availability in 2026, described by GHJ Transaction Advisory Services Practice Leader David SuttonUpdates to GAAP accounting, covered by GHJ Audit and Assurance Expert Dan LandesLastly, Ilan discusses considerations and best practices for profit participation audits going into 2026Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: @GHJX: @GHJ_UpdatesFacebook: @GHJAdvisorsYouTube: @GHJ Advisors

November 20, 202510 min

Media Clips Over the Years – Words from Influential Guests

July 30, 20258 min

International Tax Updates in Entertainment

This podcast follows the article, “5 Things to Know About International Tax Opportunities for the Entertainment Industry.”Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: @GHJTwitter: @GHJ_UpdatesFacebook: @GHJAdvisorsYouTube: @GHJ Advisors

July 8, 202517 min