MEET WAGNER ENTERTAINMENTPROVIDING SECURE, ASSET-BACKED FINANCING FOR INDEPENDENT FILM PRODUCTIONS
CEO/FounderJORDAN WAGNER
At the helm of our fund is Jordan Wagner, our founder and CEO. At 37, Jordan has made a significant impact on the film industry over the past seven-plus years financing, producing, or executive producing more than 30 films. These projects include high-profile titles such as Hypnotic starring Ben Affleck, Poker Face directed by and starring Russell Crowe, Chief of Station with Aaron Eckhart, and the upcoming Tin Soldier, starring Jamie Foxx, Robert DeNiro and Scott Eastwood.
Jordan has participated as an investor and fundraiser in over 20 films with Blue Rider Pictures, the industry leader in bridge loans and one of the premier financiers in the independent film space. This experience has further enhanced his ability to identify, vet, and negotiate high-quality deals.
Jordan’s deep knowledge of the film financing landscape, entrepreneurial drive, and extensive industry relationships—including cast, directors, producers, distributors, and bond companies—enable Wagner Entertainment to access premium opportunities. His ability to navigate complex deals ensures the fund delivers high-quality, well-vetted projects that protect investor capital while meeting filmmakers’ needs efficiently.
LEGAL TEAM
Zev Raben
Partner at Ramo Law PC
Zev Raben is a highly respected entertainment lawyer with over a decade of experience advising financiers, distributors, and production companies in the film and television industries. A graduate of Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York, Zev specializes in representing financiers and distribution companies in complex transactions, helping them optimize deal structures and secure intellectual property rights.
Throughout his career, Zev has worked on a wide range of projects, collaborating with producers to develop corporate structures that effectively manage intellectual property ownership, control, and recoupment strategies. His extensive background includes providing counsel on rights acquisitions, production financing, and international co-productions.
As a trusted advisor to Wagner Entertainment, Zev plays a vital role in ensuring the security and efficiency of our bridge lending and financing operations. His ability to navigate the complexities of entertainment law and financial structuring makes him an invaluable asset to our team, ensuring that every deal is both innovative and safeguarded.
Michael Peters
Senior Associate Attorney at Ramo Law PC
Michael Peters is a seasoned expert in media financing, film rights management, and entertainment law. A graduate of Southwestern Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor, Michael has built a robust career advising on high-profile projects and structuring over 50 multi-million-dollar senior financing deals for films such as Sound of Freedom and Woman of the Hour.
At Wagner Entertainment, Michael applies his vast experience to craft and negotiate financing agreements that balance creative vision with financial security. His deep understanding of intellectual property rights and media law ensures every transaction is meticulously structured to protect our investors while empowering filmmakers. As a key legal partner, Michael’s strategic insights support Wagner Entertainment’s bridge lending and broader financial operations, ensuring success across all our ventures.