What 3BLACKDOT does

3BLACKDOT is a Los Angeles-based global entertainment company founded in 2014 that specializes in original and branded content, marketing, and production targeted at Millennial and Gen Z audiences. The company operates a creator talent network of 100+ gaming creators generating 4B+ monthly views and 185M+ subscribers across the gaming ecosystem, with named talent including VanossGaming, WILDCAT, BasicallyIDoWrk, and Terroriser. Its core offerings fall into four streams: branded content integration into creator output (recorded and live-streamed), full-service content production including esports tournaments and experiential activations, premium IP development for streaming platforms, and owned digital franchises (ALPHA BETAS, Gaming While Black, Neon Love) distributed as IP across social platforms.

The business combines Hollywood production capabilities with digital-native creator distribution. On the production side, 3BLACKDOT has produced or been involved with box office titles QUEEN & SLIM and I AM NUMBER 4, and has 9 shows in production or development at Netflix, Hulu, Sony, HBO Max, and Snap. On the distribution side, the creator network, owned YouTube franchises, and brand integration channels form a multi-platform reach into younger demographics. Revenue is generated through project-based brand campaigns (500+ per year), IP licensing and royalties to streaming platforms, professional services for production, and consumer-facing IP monetization including 5M+ books sold across owned franchises. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and appears negotiated per engagement.

In June 2025, 3BLACKDOT was acquired by Offscript, the owner of REVOLT Media and TV, positioning the company within a broader media portfolio and aligning it with Offscript's strategic expansion into gaming. The company is led by CEO Reginald Cash and reports a workforce that is 68% minority operated and 47% female-identifying. Following the acquisition, the company continues to operate under the 3BLACKDOT brand from its headquarters at 3336 S. La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, with copyright now held by REVOLT Media and TV, LLC.

Name

3BLACKDOT

Legal name

3BLACKDOT

Website

https://3blackdot.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

3BLACKDOT is a Los Angeles-based entertainment company that produces original and branded content, esports events, and premium IP for streaming platforms, leveraging a network of 100+ gaming creators to reach Millennial and Gen Z audiences globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Entertainment Content Production

NAICS

Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210), Motion Picture and Video Industries (5121), Broadcasting and Content Providers (516)

SIC

Services-Advertising Agencies (7311)

akta.pro primary industry

Creator Economy & Monetization Tools for UGC (tips, subs, rev share, payouts) (MPAFAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Third-Party Tournament Organizers (TOs) (MPAKANAB), User-Generated Content (UGC) & Short-Form Video Platforms (BPAMAJAH), B2B Sports Digital Syndication & White-Label Streaming Services (MPAKAOAJ)

Keywords

• Digital content production
• Branded entertainment marketing
• Creator network management
• Esports tournament production
• Premium IP licensing

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Branded Content and Marketing: Collaborates with brands, media companies, and publishers to authentically integrate brand messaging and products into creator content, both recorded and live streamed. Reports 500+ brand campaigns per year.
2. Premium IP Content Licensing: Produces and licenses premium IP content to streaming platforms and media companies. Has 9 shows in production or development at Netflix, Hulu, Sony, HBO Max, and Snap. Previously produced box office hits QUEEN & SLIM and I AM NUMBER 4.
3. Full-Service Content Production: Produces large-scale esports tournaments, experiential activations, white label content at scale, and custom programming for clients.
4. Own Digital Franchises: Original digital brands (Gaming While Black, ALPHA BETAS, Neon Love) distributed as IP across social platforms, generating audience following and merchandise opportunities. Reports 600K+ followers of own digital IP and 5M+ books sold worldwide.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

3BLACKDOT is a global entertainment company that creates, produces, and distributes original digital content franchises (ALPHA BETAS, Gaming While Black, Neon Love) targeting Millennial and Gen Z audiences, and operates a creator talent network of 100+ gaming creators generating 4B+ monthly views. The company also produces branded content integrations (500+ campaigns per year), large-scale esports tournaments, and premium IP for streaming platforms including Netflix, Hulu, Sony, HBO Max, and Snap.

Product overview

3BLACKDOT is a global entertainment company operating as a platform-plus-productions model. Their core offering combines original and branded content, marketing, and production services targeting Millennial and Gen Z audiences. The portfolio includes three owned digital franchises—Alpha Betas (adult animation with gaming creators), Gaming While Black (conversational livestreams featuring diverse artists), and Neon Love (digital series on identity)—each rooted in gaming culture and distributed as IP across social platforms. Their production arm handles branded content integration with 500+ annual campaigns, full-service content production including esports tournaments, and premium IP development including films like QUEEN & SLIM and current productions across Netflix, Hulu, Sony, HBO Max, and Snap. The company also operates a creator talent network of 100+ members generating 4B+ monthly views.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ALPHA BETAS Adult animation series featuring top gaming creators including VanossGaming, WILDCAT, BasicallyIDoWrk, Terroriser, and Octopie Studio, and Bruno & Lee. Rooted in gaming culture and distributed as IP across social platforms.
• Gaming While Black Conversational formats and livestreams featuring diverse artists and personalities sharing their creativity and experiences without compromise. Rooted in gaming culture.
• Neon Love Upcoming digital series shining a light on the fluidity of identity and championing self-development.
• Branded Content Production Collaborates with brands, media companies, and publishers to authentically integrate brand messaging and products into creator content, both recorded and live streamed. Handles approximately 500+ brand campaigns per year.
• Full Service Content Production and Distribution Produces large-scale esports tournaments, experiential activations, white label content at scale, and custom programming.
• Premium IP Content Develops and produces feature films and television series. Behind box office hit QUEEN & SLIM and I AM NUMBER 4, with 9 shows in production or development at Netflix, Hulu, Sony, HBO Max, and Snap.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4B+ monthly views generated through creator network
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Offscript (Revolt Media and TV)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2025Revolt owner Offscript acquired 3BLACKDOT, marking Offscript's entry into the gaming industry. 3BLACKDOT is known for producing 'Gaming While Black' and other creator-driven content. This acquisition positions 3BLACKDOT under the REVOLT Media and TV, LLC umbrella.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Fullscreen: Creator-driven digital media company historically focused on Gen Z audiences and gaming-adjacent creator talent. Operates a similar network-plus-production model for branded content and influencer marketing campaigns.
• Rooster Teeth: Gaming-adjacent original content producer with owned franchises, creator talent, and brand partnerships. Closely comparable as a studio that combines creator-led IP with digital-first distribution and experiential activations.
• FaZe Clan / FaZe Holdings: Gaming/esports organization with creator talent and original content franchising. Compares directly on creator network reach, esports tournament operations, and brand partnership monetization.
• 100 Thieves: Gaming lifestyle brand with creator talent, original content (including animated shows), apparel/merch, and brand partnerships. Closely mirrors 3BLACKDOT's combination of creator IP, content production, and merchandise opportunities.
• Studio71: Multi-channel network that manages creators, produces original content, and sells brand integrations. Directly comparable on the talent network plus branded content production business model.
• REVOLT Media and TV: Parent company that acquired 3BLACKDOT in June 2025; operates as a creator-led digital media company targeting multicultural Millennial/Gen Z audiences. Comparable on audience overlap and content-to-platform distribution strategy.

Broad incumbents

• Awesomeness (Viacom18/Paramount): Multi-platform Gen Z entertainment company within Paramount that builds creator-driven IP and licensed content for streaming. Highly comparable business model but operates within a much larger media parent with broader portfolio ambitions.
• Attn: / Pocket.watch: Multi-platform media company that turns digital creators into streaming IP and consumer products. Comparable on owned IP monetization, but skews toward younger/family audiences rather than gaming culture.

Regional players

• Machinima (legacy) / Whistle Sports: Gaming and sports creator networks that produce original content and brand activations. Comparable on the creator-led sports/gaming content model, with somewhat narrower audience focus.

Others

• Offscript (acquirer): Strategic acquirer of 3BLACKDOT in 2025 and parent of REVOLT; a media holding company focused on digital culture and creator businesses. Provides distribution synergy but is primarily an ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor in branded content.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/3blackdot
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/3blackdot
• Instagraminstagram.com/3blackdot
• Facebookfacebook.com/3BLACKDOT

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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