Film &
Entertainment.
Production companies working between markets often deal with revenue in one currency and expenses in another. This creates exposure to exchange rate volatility that can directly affect project budgets, cash flow, and investor returns.
Without a structured currency approach, managing financial outcomes becomes increasingly difficult as international activity grows.
Orbis Exchange works with production companies to bring order to their currency management.
Whether converting revenues for operational costs or planning distribution payouts, we provide the tools and guidance to protect margins, improve forecasting, and reduce administrative strain on finance teams.
Industry
Pressures.
Film and television companies that earn in one currency and spend in another face a constant balancing act. Fluctuations in exchange rates can distort budget assumptions and introduce volatility into cash flow planning.
When funding is received in GBP but production costs are in EUR, even minor shifts in the market can lead to significant cost variance.
Traditional FX options often fall short of the timing and control required in the production lifecycle.
Projects are time-bound, payment schedules are rigid, and delays in conversion or exposure mismanagement can have material financial consequences.
Targeted
FX Solutions.
Orbis Exchange supports production companies with a structured approach to managing international currency exposure.
We help navigate the financial demands of funding cycles, location payments, and post-production costs by aligning conversion timing with operational requirements.
Our solutions give finance teams the flexibility to plan around fixed schedules while reducing the uncertainty that often comes with shifting market conditions.
Through informed execution and strategic use of available tools, production companies gain greater consistency in their cost base and more control over financial outcomes across the life of a project.
Case Study
Vico Films Optimises Currency Management
Client Profile
A prominent Irish film production company renowned for creating dynamic and engaging film and television content. With a strong presence in the UK market, the company generates significant revenue in GBP while incurring operational costs and distributing profits in EUR.
Challenge
The client faced challenges in managing currency exchange between GBP and EUR. Fluctuating exchange rates impacted their ability to predict financial outcomes accurately, affecting budgeting and profitability. Efficiently converting GBP revenue to EUR for operational expenses and profit distribution was essential to maintain financial stability.
Orbis Exchange Group Solution
Orbis Exchange Group developed a customised foreign exchange strategy tailored to the client's needs. By implementing forward contracts, spot trades, limit orders and monitoring market trends, Orbis enabled the client to secure favourable exchange rates for converting GBP to EUR. This proactive approach minimised exposure to currency volatility and enhanced financial predictability.
Results
Through collaboration with Orbis Exchange Group, the client achieved:
Improved Financial Forecasting: Secured exchange rates allowed for more accurate budgeting and financial planning.
Cost Savings: Favourable exchange rates reduced conversion costs, enhancing overall profitability.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlined currency conversion processes freed up resources to focus on core business activities.
Conclusion
The tailored currency management solution provided by Orbis Exchange Group empowered the client to effectively manage GBP to EUR conversions, ensuring financial stability and supporting continued growth in the competitive film production industry.
