# Rhythm Image Media

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/rhythm-image-media

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.smashcut.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 11, 2021)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Rhythm Image Media, Inc. operates Smashcut, an online learning platform focused on delivering courses in video production, digital marketing, and content creation to enhance user skills effectively.Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, US, Rhythm Image Media, Inc. specializes in online education. The company has successfully completed 2 deals, with the latest investment round being a Series A in August 2021 where they raised USD 7.000 mn from Pearson Ventures. Daniel Blackman serves as both the CEO and founder of the company.Smashcut is an online learning platform that specializes in delivering a variety of educational courses tailored to user needs. The platform offers interactive courses in video production, digital marketing, and content creation, providing an engaging experience through multimedia content and assessments. Smashcut caters to individual learners, students, professionals, and organizations looking to upskill their workforce, actively marketing its services across North America, Europe, and Asia.Smashcut generates revenue through a subscription-based model, allowing users to access a comprehensive library of courses and training materials. Clients subscribe to different plans for specific content or full access to courses for a defined period. The company emphasizes direct-to-consumer sales and offers tailored packages for businesses training multiple employees, ensuring a sustainable revenue stream through long-term user relationships.In August 2021, Rhythm Image Media, Inc. raised USD 7.000 mn in Series A funding from Pearson Affordable Learning Fund. This funding will be utilized to support Pearson’s visual and media-arts-focused programs, starting with animation and gaming development courses from Pearson College London’s Escape Studios. The company plans to expand its educational offerings and reach into new markets, focusing on increasing its presence in high-demand regions.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 11, 2021, $7M — Pearson Ventures
- Seed, Oct 17, 2016 — Learn Capital

## Investors

- Learn Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/learn-capital) — Seed
- Pearson Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pearson-ventures) — Series A