Cinesite

Cinesite is a global leader in visual effects (VFX) and animation, with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Founded in 1991 as a Kodak subsidiary, it became independent in 2013 and has grown into one of the largest independent entertainment service groups. The company is headquartered in London and has additional locations in Montreal and Vancouver, along with subsidiaries like Image Engine and Trixter. Cinesite specializes in high-end VFX for film, television, and streaming, contributing to major franchises such as James Bond, Harry Potter, and Marvel films. Its animation division, established in 2016, creates feature-length animated content, including works like The Addams Family. The company also provides digital restoration services and has developed innovative tools like the Cineon Digital Film System, which has significantly impacted digital compositing. Cinesite collaborates with major studios and has received numerous awards for its contributions to the industry.

Media Production London, United Kingdom Founded 1991 ~516 employees

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Employees
516
+6.8% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$57K
Revenue ~$29.4M
Total funding
$632M
Last round Mar 2025
12-month attrition
21.6%
Tech: 20.5%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Cinesite went from 430 employees in Oct 2024 to 516 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 84 people joined, 22 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other374
Operations63
Design53
Engineering10
HR6
Finance5
Marketing3
Sales1

Funding

  • Mar 2025 · $215M · NatWest, Barclays, Santander
  • Dec 2022 · Debt Financing · $235M · NatWest Corporate Bank, Barclays
  • Dec 2019 · Private Equity · $112M
  • Jan 2018 · Venture · $70M · Pemberton

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Cinesite FAQ

How many employees does Cinesite have?

Cinesite has about 516 employees, up 6.8% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

What is Cinesite's revenue per employee?

Cinesite makes about $57K in revenue per employee, based on $29.39M annual revenue and 516 employees.

How much funding has Cinesite raised?

Cinesite has raised $632M in total funding.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.