Shots Studios
9 employees on LinkedIn · 5 known investors
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Shots is a media company that provides production, distribution, brand partnerships, and monetization support to help online creators and shows grow their audience and revenue across platforms. Originating in 2008 and evolving through mobile apps, a selfie-sharing app, content creation, and a podcast network, it now works with top internet talent in modern media.
Founders & leadership
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John ShahidiCo-founder · PresidentCo-founder and President of Shots Studios, a media company that provides production, distribution, and monetization services for online creators and shows across multiple platforms.
Investors · 5
500 Globallisted by 500 GlobalPalo Alto · $150K
How we know: funding news · open dataset · 500 Global portfolio 2026-08 · Not right? Tell us
Rainfall Ventureslisted by Rainfall VenturesSan Francisco · $100K – $1M
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Shots Studios do?
- Shots is a media company that provides production, distribution, brand partnerships, and monetization support to help online creators and shows grow their audience and revenue across platforms. Originating in 2008 and evolving through mobile apps, a selfie-sharing app, content creation, and a podcast network, it now works with top internet talent in modern media.
- Who founded Shots Studios?
- Shots Studios was founded by John Shahidi, Sam Shahidi.
- Who are Shots Studios's investors?
- Shots Studios's investors include 500 Global, Rainfall Ventures, Upfront Ventures, WI Harper Group, XG Ventures.





