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Founded Year

2006

Stage

Acquired | Acquired

Total Raised

$62.5M

Valuation

$0000 

About Pond5

Pond5 operates as a website-based stock footage marketplace. It offers high-quality video clips, music tracks, sound effects, and images for filmmakers, YouTubers, businesses, and creative professionals. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in New York, New York. In May 2022, Pond5 was acquired by Shutterstock.

Headquarters Location

350 Fifth Avenue 20th Floor

New York, New York, 10118,

United States

+1 (855) 410-6789

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Expert Collections containing Pond5

Expert Collections are analyst-curated lists that highlight the companies you need to know in the most important technology spaces.

Pond5 is included in 1 Expert Collection, including Digital Content & Synthetic Media.

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Digital Content & Synthetic Media

1,646 items

The Digital Content collection includes companies that use technology to create, manage, and distribute digital content under all forms, including images, videos, audio, and text, among others.

Pond5 Patents

Pond5 has filed 4 patents.

The 3 most popular patent topics include:

  • Applications of computer vision
  • Audio codecs
  • Broadcast engineering
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Application Date

Grant Date

Title

Related Topics

Status

11/21/2019

8/17/2021

Video codecs, Audio codecs, Container formats, Videotelephony, Broadcast engineering

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Application Date

11/21/2019

Grant Date

8/17/2021

Title

Related Topics

Video codecs, Audio codecs, Container formats, Videotelephony, Broadcast engineering

Status

Grant

Latest Pond5 News

Stock Video Market size to grow by USD 319.3 million from 2022 to 2027 | The benefits of using stock videos for visual content creation to boost market growth - Technavio

Sep 6, 2023

| The benefits of using stock videos for visual content creation to boost market growth - Technavio News provided by Share this article Share toX NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The  stock video market  size is expected to grow by USD 319.3 million from 2022 to 2027, according to Technavio. In addition, the growth momentum of the market will progress at a CAGR of 7.65% during the forecast period. The benefits of using stock videos for visual content creation are notably driving the stock video market. However, factors such as the High price of stock videos may impede market growth. The market is segmented by application (editorial and commercial) and geography (North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South America). Technavio provides a comprehensive report summary describing the market size and forecast along with research methodology. The sample report is available in PDF format Key Segment Analysis The market is segmented by application (editorial and commercial), image source (macro stock and microstock), and license Model (RM and RF). The editorial segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. The type of content that is not subject to legal rights regarding the granting of licenses for commercial use shall be editorial content. In addition, the sale, promotion, and marketing of businesses or products is not possible through editorial content. Stock video may only be used if the content is intended exclusively to inform, educate, or entertain. Furthermore, the use of stock video for editorial purposes is used in media such as news reports, documentary films, personal blogs, and other noncommercial uses. An explanatory editorial video, illustrating the issue through an arrangement, is a very important form of editorial stock video. The use of editorial videos to illustrate stories, ideas, or concepts which may be used for illustrative purposes such as highlighting current events and news or human-interest stories is useful in terms of creative expression. Hence, these factors are expected to drive segment growth during the forecast period. To know additional highlights and key points on various market segments and their impact in coming years, View the PDF Sample Report . Geographical Market Analysis By geography, the market is segmented by North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South America. North America is estimated to contribute 51% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. One of the main drivers for growing the market for stock videos in the region is the presence of many video streaming sites based in this region. There are multiple stocks of video footage for different categories, like nature, business, sports, and lifestyle, available on these platforms. In addition, the strong entertainment industry in the USA is a major factor that has contributed significantly to the region's success in the stock video market. For example, the epicenter of the global film and television industry is Hollywood, a town in Los Angeles, USA. The American market dominance in video stock continues to grow because of technological progress in the country. Furthermore, the development of high-quality cameras, software to edit the video, and Visual Effects technology has made it possible for US content creators to make videos that are both visually appealing and professionally produced. Hence, these factors are expected to drive market growth in the region during the forecast period. Company Insights The stock video market is fragmented, and the companies are deploying organic and inorganic growth strategies to compete in the market. The report analyzes the market's competitive landscape and offers information on several market companies, including Adobe Inc., Alamy Ltd., Can Stock Photo Inc., Canva Pty Ltd., Depositphotos Inc., Dissolve Inc., Dreamstime, Eezy Inc., Envato Pty Ltd., Footage Firm Inc., Freepik Co. S.L, Getty Images Holdings Inc., Inmagine Lab Pte. Ltd., Lightstock LLC, Nimia Inc., Oxford Media Solutions Ltd., Pixabay GmbH, PIXTA Inc., Pond5 Inc., Science Photo Library Ltd., Shutterstock Inc., Thomson Reuters Corp., and WeVideo Inc. View the PDF Sample Report  to find additional highlights on the growth strategies adopted by companies and their product offerings. Related Reports: The  stock images market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.08% between 2022 and 2027. The market size is forecast to increase by USD 1,493.92 million. The  digital educational publishing market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16.13% between 2022 and 2027. The market size is forecast to increase by USD 14,059.19 million. Stock Video Market Scope Key companies profiled Adobe Inc., Alamy Ltd., Can Stock Photo Inc., Canva Pty Ltd., Depositphotos Inc., Dissolve Inc., Dreamstime, Eezy Inc., Envato Pty Ltd., Footage Firm Inc., Freepik Co. S.L, Getty Images Holdings Inc., Inmagine Lab Pte. Ltd., Lightstock LLC, Nimia Inc., Oxford Media Solutions Ltd., Pixabay GmbH, PIXTA Inc., Pond5 Inc., Science Photo Library Ltd., Shutterstock Inc., Thomson Reuters Corp., and WeVideo Inc. Market dynamics Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period. Customization purview If our report has not included the data that you are looking for, you can reach out to our analysts and get segments customized. Table of Contents About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focus on emerging market trends and provide actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts

Pond5 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • When was Pond5 founded?

    Pond5 was founded in 2006.

  • Where is Pond5's headquarters?

    Pond5's headquarters is located at 350 Fifth Avenue, New York.

  • What is Pond5's latest funding round?

    Pond5's latest funding round is Acquired.

  • How much did Pond5 raise?

    Pond5 raised a total of $62.5M.

  • Who are the investors of Pond5?

    Investors of Pond5 include Shutterstock, Paycheck Protection Program, FJ Labs, Accel, Stripes Group and 3 more.

  • Who are Pond5's competitors?

    Competitors of Pond5 include Shutterstock.

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