What is Doing Things Media?
Founded in 2017 by Reid Hailey and Derek Lucas, Doing Things Media has become a dominant force in creating shareable, relatable, and culturally relevant memes and video content. The company's portfolio includes highly popular social media brands such as Sh*theadsteve, Middle Class Fancy, and Doggos Doing Things, which have organically cultivated large followings across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. DTM's business model has expanded beyond content creation to encompass e-commerce, a robust branded content division partnering with major global brands, original show development, multi-platform monetization strategies, and emerging Web3 initiatives.
How much funding has Doing Things Media raised?
Doing Things Media has raised a total of $21.5M across 1 funding round:
Series A
$21.5M
Series A (2022): $21.5M with participation from Volition Media
Key Investors in Doing Things Media
Volition Media
Volition Media is an investor in Doing Things Media's Series A funding round. Further details on their investment focus are not publicly available.
What's next for Doing Things Media?
The substantial enterprise-level funding positions Doing Things Media for accelerated expansion. This strategic investment is likely to fuel further development of its diverse content verticals, enhance its e-commerce operations, and bolster its branded content partnerships. Expect DTM to continue its innovative approach to multi-platform monetization and its exploration of new digital frontiers, including Web3, solidifying its leadership in the creator economy.
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