Getty Images

Provides high-quality visual media content

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About Getty Images

Getty Images specializes in providing high-quality visual media, including photos, videos, and illustrations. With a library of over 400 million pieces of content created by more than 320,000 contributors, it serves a wide range of clients such as media companies, advertising agencies, and individual content creators. The company operates on a subscription-based model, allowing clients to purchase individual images or subscribe for broader access to its content. Getty Images differentiates itself from competitors through its extensive library and strong licensing agreements, ensuring clients can use its content legally. The goal of Getty Images is to enhance storytelling for its clients by providing compelling and accurate visual content.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
1995Year Founded
$729.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Healthcare coverage and benefits
Work‑life balance and remote flexibility, dependent on region
Time‑off benefits, dependent on region
Retirement benefits
Life insurance
Transit benefits
Team‑ and office‑wide celebrations
Donation matching and volunteer days

Risks

Merger with Shutterstock may face antitrust scrutiny, complicating integration.
AI photography tools could disrupt traditional stock photo business models.
Partnership with TikTok may expose Getty Images to privacy and data security concerns.

Differentiation

Getty Images boasts a vast library of over 400 million visual assets.
The company has a strong global reach, serving clients in nearly every country.
Getty Images offers a subscription-based model with flexible pricing tiers.

Upsides

The merger with Shutterstock expands Getty Images' portfolio and market reach.
Partnership with TikTok positions Getty Images in the AI-generated advertisement space.
Renewed partnership with Canva enhances Getty Images' AI-driven content creation capabilities.

Funding

Total raised$729.55 M
Latest valuation$4.80 B
StageIPO
SPAC IPO
11/30/2021
$720
$4.80 B
SPAC PRIVATE PLACEMENT
11/30/2021
$150
$4.80 B
GROWTH EQUITY VC
12/31/2018
$100
$3.3 K