Aymen Khoja Pictures. Goes by AKP
Date of Foundation
2022

Aymen Khoja Pictures. Goes by AKP

AK Pictures: Creating high-quality, cost-effective Saudi films.

The Idea origin story

Our startup, AK Pictures, aims to bridge the gap between demand and supply in the Saudi film industry. We create feature films targeting local audiences, focusing on themes relatable to them. Our mission is to promote Saudi culture through high-quality, cost-effective productions. We aspire to be the driving force behind a localized film industry that resonates globally.

The Mission

Mission: To revolutionize the Saudi film industry, upholding quality while scaling production; Vision: To globalize Saudi cinema, inspiring millions.

Clients

customers are local saudi audiance age group from 13 to 35 male and female

Problems we solve

Client’s problem

not having enouh Saudi quality films for the saudi audiance.

Confirmation of problem

The dearth of local content not only deprives Saudi audiences of entertainment, but also denies them representation and narratives they can resonate with.

Solution

At AK Pictures, our solution is to produce top-notch and affordable Saudi films that truly resonate with the local audience aged between 13 to 35.

Our technologies

This solution is based on technologies

We are AK Pictures, a bridge to untapped potential in the Saudi film industry. We produce high-quality films that stay true to our culture and resonate with local audiences aged 13-35 years. Our mission is transforming local cinema without compromising quality, while our vision anticipates inspiring people worldwide through uniquely Saudi narratives. The shortage of engaging, home-grown content for Saudi audiences drives us because we envision a thriving local film scene acknowledged globally. Technologies that would benefit us include AI-backed video editing software and

How it works

Our solution operationalizes lean production by hiring versatile producers and developing budget-optimized stories. We also invest in nurturing new talents for future projects' leadership roles.

Value for the client

AK Pictures enriches Saudi culture showcasing authentic narratives in high-quality, cost-effective films on a global platform.

Market and strategy

Market size

225

mln/year

We estimate the market size for which our solution is designed in monetary terms as follows

Market share goal

13

% of the market

Is our goal in the next 3 years

Team

My name’s

Aymen Khoja

My key role in the product

My key role is the Founder and CEO, and I'm responsible for setting overall strategy, driving culture, building the team, and ensuring financial performance.

Team size and key members

Ivan Khadir, our Head of Production, has 14+ years in film. Notable for exceptional negotiation skills and consistent on-time project delivery.

Competitors

Competitors

Major competitors include tlefaz11, Selah Studios, Serb and others who produce films at high budgets. Their long-term sustainability is questionable due to high overheads and production costs per film.

Our Advantages

Our product excels in a rapid-growth environment, facilitated by healthy team synergy. Our unique method of story-crafting enables cost-effective film production while our agile approach ensures swift and efficient delivery.

Business model

Our revenue streams include ticket sales, online platforms like Netflix, secondary platforms, TV and airlines viewership. We also gain from cash rebates per location and sponsorships.

Traction

We've made significant progress with our startup reaching a pivotal milestone of 500K USD, reflecting the efficacy and demand for our unique product. We're zealous about the journey ahead.

By that time, we anticipate the release of three films and are projecting investment returns of 39.29%.

Metrics

Our startup produces films with unique metrics. Our debut film, IL Signore, garnered 56K admissions making a revenue of $533K. Additionally, we use social media analytics to understand our audience profile both in cinemas and on streaming platforms like Netflix for future planning.

Our startup's financial metrics offer a clear view of our business health. They reveal insightful data on our revenue growth, customer acquisition costs, lifetime value of customers and profitability which ensure we make informed strategic decisions.

Incorporation

Our company incorporated in

Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Key risks

The major risks for our startup could be the unpredictability of audience preferences, stringent censorship laws that may affect creativity, and competition from international streaming platforms entering Saudi Arabia's market.

Investments

$

100000

We raised investments

Our Investors

myself 100%

Rising Investments

$

3000000

Currently, we are raising investments

$

10000000

Estimated pre-investment valuation of the company

We’re looking for a co-founders

Open positions

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Additional information

In our fourth year, we predict a buyout from a prominent media firm, capitalizing on our market foothold, content repertoire and production framework. This will yield substantial dividends for investors while enabling continual growth under a larger media entity's wing.

MVP