4,121 SBA loans totaling $960.4M have been approved for motion picture and video production businesses (NAICS 512110). The average approved SBA loan is $233K, which is 32% below avg the $340K national average. 502 active lenders fund this industry with a 11.5% historical default rate.
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Across all SBA loan programs, 4,121 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 512110 (Motion Picture and Video Production), representing $960.4M in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $233K is 32% below avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 110 months.
SBA lending for motion picture and video production is accelerating — loan volume has grown approximately 45% over recent fiscal years. This upward trajectory suggests expanding access to capital and growing lender confidence in this sector. Peak activity occurred in FY2025.
The industry sees a balanced mix of SBA programs, with 9% of loans using the 504 program for fixed asset acquisition and the majority using 7(a) for its flexibility across working capital, equipment, and business acquisition uses. SBA 7(a) loans offer up to $5M with terms up to 25 years for real estate.
PeerSense specializes in matching motion picture and video production business owners with the capital sources most likely to approve their specific deal structure. As an advisory firm (not a lender), we structure your deal across our network of 500+ SBA-approved lenders to find the best terms — our referral fee is established upfront and paid at closing. No retainers.
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Data aggregated from SBA loan records (1992–2025). Motion Picture and Video Production defined by NAICS code 512110. Not financial advice. PeerSense is a capital advisory firm, not a lender. Consult a lending professional before making financial decisions.