Western Alliance Bank Launches New LA-Based Entertainment & Media Group
Western Alliance Bank, the primary subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation, with more than $60 billion in assets and one of the country’s top-performing banks, today introduced its new Entertainment & Media group focused on financing solutions for television, film and music production and post-production clients across North America.
Led by a team of veteran bankers focused solely on the entertainment media industry, the new group joins Western Alliance Bank’s growing set of specialized banking groups that serve business clients across the country.
Industry veteran Melanie Krinsky joins Western Alliance Bank as Senior Director of the Entertainment & Media Group. Melanie comes from a successful film industry group at Bank Hapoalim. The new Western Alliance Bank team, which is based in Los Angeles, already has posted more than $300 million in loans, with another $100 million in pending deals.
“I’ve been partnering with creative houses across all stages from pre- to post-production and are energized to help the entertainment industry continue toward record growth,” said Krinsky. “I was drawn to Western Alliance Bank’s strong track record of deeply personalized client relationships and dedication to tailored financial solutions. Now, I am eager to marry my entertainment relationships and industry expertise with Western Alliance Bank’s entrepreneurial spirit, relationship-banking approach and incredible resources.”
Krinsky is recognized throughout the U.S. and abroad as one of the top entertainment lenders in the field. Previously, she was part of successful entertainment departments at First Republic Bank, Bank Leumi USA, Mercantile National Bank and California United Bank.
Western Alliance Bank’s Entertainment & Media group works with borrowers in every stage of production, including talent agencies, producers, prop houses, post-production teams, distribution companies and streaming channels. The group’s areas of specialty include production lending, distribution and receivables financing, tax incentives and monetization, working capital and growth capital, and syndicated finance.
Melanie Krinsky can be reached at [email protected], 310-623-8922.
Entertainment & Media Group
Western Alliance Entertainment & Media, a national banking group within Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, delivers tailored financing solutions for production, post-production and distribution teams across North America. The group’s proven track record and outstanding, responsive service help clients in the film and TV industry reach their goals. The Entertainment & Media Group is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has more than $85 billion in assets. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2024 by American Banker and Bank Director. With significant national capabilities, the Entertainment & Media Group delivers the reach, resources and deep industry knowledge that make a difference for customers.