Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The creative industries face challenges in acquiring and disposing of production assets like props, sets, and displays, leading to unnecessary waste and increased carbon footprints. This often results in underutilized inventory and higher costs for new productions.
Solution
Used Creative operates a circular marketplace designed to facilitate the buying and selling of pre-owned creative assets. The platform provides a sustainable and cost-effective alternative for sourcing and offloading event and production materials. By enabling the resale of used items, Used Creative helps reduce environmental impact and offers financial benefits to its users. The service aims to streamline the lifecycle of creative assets, promoting a more circular economy within the industry.
Target Audience
The primary users are production companies, event planners, agencies, brands, and individuals within the creative industries seeking to acquire or divest production assets in a sustainable and economical manner.
Features
- Online marketplace for buying and selling used props, sets, and displays.
- Categorized product listings including Furniture, Prop Store, Art & Architecture, and Hospitality.
- "Hot Drops" section for newly listed items.
- "Clearance" section for discounted items.
- Seller portal for listing items and managing sales.
- Buyer tools for browsing, filtering, and purchasing items.
- Information on delivery and upcycling services.
- Community program for early adopters ("UC Pioneers").
- Detailed product descriptions including condition, dimensions, and material.
- "Make an offer" functionality for direct negotiation with sellers.