Simple DCP

What Simple DCP does

Simple DCP is a Burbank, California-based post-production service provider specializing in Digital Cinema Package (DCP) creation for theatrical distribution. The company converts source content into DCI-compliant 2K and 4K packages using JPEG2000 compression, with tiered turnaround options ranging from five business days to same-day. Service revenue is generated on a transactional basis with per-minute pricing ($15-$45/min depending on resolution and turnaround), supplemented by DVD/Blu-Ray mastering, file transfer fees, hardware sales, KDM key management, color grading, and ancillary services. The company also offers subscription-based LTO tape archival at $50/tape/month (Starter) and $75/TB (Standard) with indefinite retention and no recall fees.

The customer base spans independent filmmakers, 40+ film festival partners (including Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, AFI Fest, and Telluride), and major studios/streamers (Netflix, Sony Pictures, Paramount, Amazon Studios). Distribution and marketing rely on direct quote requests, a self-serve upload portal (Signiant MediaShuttle and Filemail), film festival channel partnerships, SEO-oriented educational content, and Facebook/Twitter presence. Operationally, Simple DCP runs an ATMOS-certified 18-seat screening room with Christie CP-2308C 2K DCI projection and DaVinci Resolve integration, supports hybrid event integration, and uses third-party tools from Cinnafilm (Tachyon/Wormhole for frame-rate conversion), Topaz Labs (AI upconversion), VITAC (captioning/subtitling), and Blackmagic Design (grading hardware). The business is privately held by Simple DCP, LLC with 1-10 employees, no disclosed funding, and no parent company.

Name

Simple DCP

Legal name

Simple DCP, LLC

Website

https://simpledcp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Simple DCP is a Burbank-based post-production service provider that creates Digital Cinema Packages (2K/4K), theatrical color grading, archival, and broadcast deliverables for independent filmmakers, 40+ film festival partners, and major studios including Netflix, Sony, Paramount, and Amazon.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Cinema Post-Production Services

NAICS

Postproduction Services and Other Motion Picture and Video Industries (51219), Motion Picture and Video Distribution (51212)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812), Services-Allied To Motion Picture Distribution (7829), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution (7822)

akta.pro primary industry

Mastering, Encoding & Delivery (IMF/DCP, OTT Packages) (MPADAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Standards Conversion & Restoration (Frame Rate, Deinterlacing, Upscale) (MPAHAHAG), Codec & Format Support (HEVC/AV1/VVC, HDR, IMF, MXF) (MPAHAHAE), DRM/Encryption Packaging Integration (CENC, Key Rotation) (MPAHAHAK)

Keywords

• Digital cinema packages
• Theatrical post production
• Film color grading
• Broadcast deliverables
• LTO archival storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Monica

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. DCP Conversion: Per-minute pricing for Digital Cinema Package creation. 2K DCPs start at $15/min for 5-day turnaround, ranging to $40/min for same-day service. 4K DCPs start at $20/min, ranging to $45/min for same-day service. Additional charges for high bitrate, high framerate, and 3D DCPs.
2. Disc Deliverables: DVD and HD Blu-Ray mastering services. DVDs from $100 (5-day) to $200 (next day). HD Blu-Ray from $200 (5-day) to $400 (next day).
3. File Transfer Services: Online file transfer via Signiant MediaShuttle. 0-50GB at $37.50, 51-100GB at $75, 101GB+ at $0.75/GB. Links valid for 90 days with unlimited downloads.
4. Hard Drive Media Sales: USB Flash Drives at $40, USB Hard Drives at $225, CRU Solo at $300, Drive Rental (Continental US) at $150.
5. Archival Services: LTO tape storage at $50/tape per month. Standard plan offers $75/TB storage with unlimited team members and upload sizes. Recall fees apply at $0.25/GB for Standard tier.
6. Encryption and KDM Management: Standard encryption package with 5 KDMs included. Additional KDMs at $10 per venue/festival. First 10 keys delivered free of charge.
7. Additional Services: Additional soundtracks/subtitles at $50 each. Frame rate conversion, upconversion up to 8K, retiming, and quality control services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Simple DCP creates Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) using JPEG2000 compression for theatrical distribution in 2K and 4K resolutions, with turnaround options from 5-day to same-day. The company operates a Burbank-based lab offering theatrical color grading in an ATMOS-certified screening room with DaVinci Resolve, alongside broadcast and disc mastering, LTO tape archival, encryption and KDM management, and accessibility deliverables (captions, subtitles, descriptive audio).

Product overview

Simple DCP is a premier provider of theatrical, broadcast, and digital post-production services, centered around Digital Cinema Package (DCP) creation. The core offering is DCP conversion with 2K and 4K support, supplemented by theatrical color grading in their ATMOS-certified Burbank facility. The product portfolio includes broadcast and disc deliverables (DVD, Blu-Ray, DSM, DCDM), archival services with LTO tape storage, hybrid event integration for film festivals, film festival partnership programs with free trafficking, encryption and key management services, and additional post-production services including standards conversion, retiming, captioning/subtitling, and quality control. The company operates primarily as a service provider rather than a software product, with all services delivered from their Los Angeles/Burbank facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Digital Cinema Package (DCP) Creation Conversion of film masters into DCI-compliant Digital Cinema Packages using JPEG2000 compression for theatrical exhibition. Supports 2K and 4K resolutions with same-day to 5-day turnaround options for independent filmmakers, studios, distributors, and film festivals.
• Broadcast & Disc Deliverables
• Archival Services (LTO Tape Storage)
• Additional Post-Production Services
• Hybrid Event Integration
• Theatrical Color Grading
• Film Festival Partnership Program
• Encryption & Key Management (KDM)
• Client Review Sessions
• Accessibility Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Free integration with partner film festivals - no additional trafficking fees
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SXSW Film FestivalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual film festival partner receiving DCP integration, quality control, and consolidated delivery services for feature and short film titles.
• Tribeca Film FestivalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor film festival partner with integrated DCP delivery and trafficking services.
• AFI FestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFestival partner with DCP integration and delivery services.
• Sundance Film FestivalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFestival partner receiving digital cinema services for their annual event.
• NetflixcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor streaming platform partner for DCP creation and digital cinema distribution.
• Paramount PicturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor studio partner for theatrical DCP delivery and archival services.
• Sony PicturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor studio partner for DCP creation and delivery services.
• Magnolia PicturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent studio partner for digital cinema distribution services.
• Amazon StudioscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStreaming and production company partner for DCP services.
• Telluride Film FestivalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrestigious film festival partner with DCP integration services.
• Cinequest Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFestival partner for digital cinema services and hybrid integration.
• OutfestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLGBTQ film festival partner with DCP integration services.
• Mill Valley Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional film festival partner for theatrical deliverables.
• MountainfilmminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDocumentary film festival partner with DCP delivery needs.
• FramelineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLGBTQ film festival partner for digital cinema services.
• Hollyshorts Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShort film festival partner with DCP integration services.
• LA Shorts Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShort film festival partner for digital cinema deliverables.
• FilmFreewaycoreTechnology or IntegrationFilm submission platform integration allowing filmmakers to submit directly to festivals using Simple DCP services. Enables seamless workflow from submission to DCP delivery.
• CinnafilmcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing Tachyon for frame rate conversion and Wormhole for retiming services. Used for advanced frame rate conversion, optical flow, and SDR to HDR conversion.
• Blackmagic DesigncoreTechnology or IntegrationHardware and software partner providing DaVinci Resolve for color grading, Resolve Mini Panel for operator controls, and UltraStudio 4K Extreme for monitoring in their theatrical screening room.
• CinequestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnology and film festival partner.
• Dead Center Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFilm festival partner for DCP services.
• Philadelphia Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional film festival partner.
• Blue Fox EntertainmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent distributor partner for DCP delivery.
• Gunpowder and SkyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDistribution company partner.
• SigniantcoreTechnology or IntegrationFile transfer technology partner providing MediaShuttle for high-speed secure file transfers to Simple DCP lab.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• NTROPIC: Boutique post-production company providing color grading, finishing, and DCP services for commercials and feature films. Comparable in high-touch service model and premium clientele, though more VFX-adjacent.
• Roundabout Entertainment: Burbank-based DCP creation and theatrical delivery company focused on independent filmmakers and festivals. Closest direct peer in service scope, customer segment (festival-driven independents), and turnaround-based pricing model.
• Harbor Picture Company: Post-production facility offering color grading, finishing, and DCI-compliant deliverables with theatrical review capabilities. Directly comparable in theatrical screening infrastructure and studio/indie customer mix.
• FotoKem: Long-established Burbank-based post-production lab offering DCP creation, color grading, and broadcast deliverables. Most directly comparable competitor given overlapping service portfolio, theatrical projection infrastructure, and independent filmmaker / studio customer base.
• Roundabout Post: Festival-focused DCP service provider and digital cinema lab. Closest niche peer in film festival trafficking and indie filmmaker support model.
• ScreenPost: Digital cinema services company offering DCP creation, KDM management, and theatrical delivery for festivals and independent distributors. Comparable in festival trafficking workflows and indie customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Light Iron (Panavision): Post-production color grading and finishing boutique now operating under Panavision. Comparable in theatrical color grading, finishing services, and high-end client roster, though broader in scope than pure DCP.
• Deluxe (formerly Deluxe Media): Large global post-production and distribution services provider offering DCP, localization, and broadcast deliverables. A broader incumbent serving major studios with much wider geographic footprint and capacity scale.
• Technicolor PostProduction: Historically one of the largest post-production houses in the world offering DCP, VFX, and broadcast services. Significant overlap in core deliverables but at a much larger scale and broader geographic footprint.

Emerging players

• Modul8 (formerly DBM Services): European-based digital cinema and broadcast services provider. Comparable in DCP creation and post-production workflow services but primarily serves EMEA markets.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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