Our Mission
We empower and elevate creative professionals by building a trusted community where collaboration is the currency, connection is the culture, and creators thrive together—online and IRL.
Creators Lounge exists to bridge the gap between ambition and execution, offering a launchpad for meaningful partnerships, fresh ideas, and sustainable creative careers.

Events
We partner with creative industry organizations to engage top filmmakers, podcasters, writers, and creative entrepreneurs through:- Creative Talks: Industry insights and networking
- Community Building Events: IRL meetups and collaborations
- Strategy Sessions: Pitch feedback and project development
- Live Recordings: Podcast tapings and industry discussions

Programs
Our community serves as a creative catalyst where filmmakers, podcasters, and storytellers connect, collaborate, and thrive through our dynamic programs, strategic partnerships, and exclusive content platform. Creators Lounge is invested in empowering the independent creative community through effective industry-focused programs that support creative leadership, innovation, career advancement, and representation of diverse voices in entertainment and media.
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Where 10K+ creators, filmmakers, and creatives get insider insights on partnerships, monetization, and community building

Our Mission
Our community serves as a creative catalyst where filmmakers, podcasters, and storytellers connect, collaborate, and thrive through our dynamic programs, strategic partnerships, and exclusive content platform. Creators Lounge is invested in empowering the independent creative community through effective industry-focused programs that support creative leadership, innovation, career advancement, and representation of diverse voices in entertainment and media.

About Us
Creators Lounge is a thriving community of 10K+ filmmakers, podcasters, writers, and creative entrepreneurs who are redefining what it means to build sustainable creative careers in the digital age. Founded by filmmaker and creative strategist Daron Jenkins, we've created a space where talented creators don't just network—they collaborate, learn, and grow together through shared knowledge and genuine support.
What started as a solution to creative isolation has evolved into a comprehensive ecosystem that bridges the gap between ambition and execution. Through our Substack newsletter, Discord community, podcasts, and in-person events, we're building the kind of creative community that empowers artists to move beyond the hustle and into meaningful, profitable careers.

Programs
We partner with creative industry organizations to engage top filmmakers, podcasters, writers, and creative entrepreneurs through:- Creative Talks: Industry insights and networking
- Community Building Events: IRL meetups and collaborations
- Strategy Sessions: Pitch feedback and project development
- Live Recordings: Podcast tapings and industry discussions
Community MembershipLounge Insiders - Premium membership ($12/month)
- Exclusive subscriber-only content and full post archive
- Commenting privileges and office hours participation
- Private Discord server access for real-time collaboration
- Regular Zoom strategy sessions with direct feedback
- Complimentary access to select in-person industry events
- Priority invites to Creator Hub (Brooklyn)Community Supporters - Free membership- Access to all public posts and updates
- Occasional invites to select IRL industry events
- Perfect for getting a taste of the communityContent Programs
The Tracklist Podcast
Weekly film and soundtrack reviews hosted by Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders, covering everything from Hollywood blockbusters to indie gems.Conversations with Daron Jenkins
Behind-the-scenes conversations with award-winning creators, from Oscar/Tony/Emmy winners to rising indie voices across film, podcasting, and entrepreneurship.Educational Initiatives- Strategic partnerships with industry leaders
- Curated Event Calendar for member submissions
- Live podcast recordings and industry talks (NYC)
- Pitch feedback and project development sessions

Events
We partner with creative industry organizations to engage top filmmakers, podcasters, writers, and creative entrepreneurs through:- Creative Talks: Industry insights and networking
- Community Building Events: IRL meetups and collaborations
- Strategy Sessions: Pitch feedback and project development
- Live Recordings: Podcast tapings and industry discussions
Upcoming Events
Work With Us
Partner with Creators Lounge to reach 10K+ engaged creators, filmmakers, and creative professionals through:- Sponsored Content: Newsletter and podcast sponsorships
- Event Partnerships: Co-hosted industry events and talks
- Community Collaborations: Access to our creative network
- Brand Partnerships: Authentic creator collaborationsReady to Collaborate?
Partnership Inquiries - Speaking Opportunities - General Inquiries
Why Top Brands Choose Creators Lounge
Proven Engagement That Converts- Newsletter Open Rate: 45% (industry average: 21%)
- Community Retention: 99.7%
- Multi-Platform Reach: 13,500+ engaged members across LinkedIn, Facebook, Substack, and live eventsPremium Demographics- Age: 25-50 (prime spending and decision-making years)
- Gender: 60% Male, 40% Female
- Income: Above-average creative professionals and media entrepreneurs
- Global Reach: US, Canada, UK, Germany with expanding presenceDecision-Makers & Influencers
Our community includes indie producers, directors, screenwriters, social media influencers, VFX artists, film composers, podcasters, media entrepreneurs, theater owners, C-suite media professionals, and film festival programmers.