Melanie Krinsky founded and is Head of Western Alliance Bank’s Entertainment and Media Group, which has underwritten approximately $1.4 billion in commitments since the group launched in 2021.
With more than 35 years in the industry, Ms. Krinsky is recognized throughout the United States and internationally as a leader among top entertainment lenders. Previously, she has been part of successful entertainment departments at Bank Hapoalim, First Republic Bank, Bank Leumi USA, and City National Bank.
Ms. Krinsky has structured many complex film/TV production loans, library acquisitions, music publishing deals, and revolving lines of credit facilities. She leads Western Alliance Bank in participating in large, syndicated deals in the entertainment industry, and often Western Alliance is titled as a joint lead arranger.
Additionally, Ms. Krinsky is an expert in all classes of entertainment assets such as tax incentives, studio ultimates, library valuations, production credits, print and ads credits, and gap financing. Throughout her impressive career, she has been a featured speaker on financial and entertainment panels at film festivals and other industry events in the United States and abroad.
Ms. Krinsky holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Finance & Marketing from the University of Southern California.
Entertainment & Media Group
Western Alliance Entertainment & Media, a national banking group within Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, specializes in delivering tailored financing solutions for production, post-production and distribution teams across North America. The group’s proven track record and outstanding, responsive service help clients in the film and TV industry reach their goals. The Entertainment & Media Group is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has more than $80 billion in assets. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2024 by American Banker and Bank Director. With significant national capabilities, the Entertainment & Media Group delivers the reach, resources and deep industry knowledge that make a difference for customers.
