Pointy End Props
A high-precision design and fabrication studio specializing in 3D-printed props and production design for the entertainment industry.
- CEO / Founder
- Connor Curran
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed (Bootstrapped)
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped (Dec 2023)
- Key Investors
- ["Connor Curran"]
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Custom Prop Fabrication","High-Resolution 3D Printing (SLA & FDM)","CAD Design & 3D Modeling","Scenic Painting & Finishing","Bespoke High-End Collectibles","Production Design Services"]
Technological Advantage
Leverages professional-grade polymer additive manufacturing (3D printing) and CAD expertise to provide high-precision accuracy while maintaining the scalability to move from one-off commissions to production-ready assets.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Bridges the gap between digital concept art and physical reality by combining advanced additive manufacturing with traditional artisan craftsmanship to deliver screen-accurate, high-detail props.
How They Differentiate
Specializes in a 'digital-to-physical' workflow using high-resolution SLA (resin) 3D printing to achieve screen-accurate micro-details that traditional hand-sculpting or industrial-scale FDM printing often misses, specifically targeting the intersection of indie film production and the high-end gaming collectible market.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Film and television production companies, theatre groups, gaming studios, and high-end private collectors.
Industry Verticals
["Media & Entertainment","Film & Television","Gaming","Performing Arts","Consumer Collectibles"]
Competitors
Propshop (Pinewood Studios), Artem, Wētā Workshop
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Transitioned from a freelance passion project to a registered UK Limited Company (The Pointy End Ltd) in late 2023.
Major Milestones
["Official incorporation of 'The Pointy End Ltd' in December 2023","Awarded the 'EPH Creative: Moments of WOW' award in 2024 for excellence in production design","Established a high-resolution 3D printing facility in Hartlepool, UK"]
Notable Customers
EPH Creative, The Northern School of Art, Independent UK Film Productions, Private High-End Collectible Investors