Martini is a collaborative, AI-native video production platform that enables professional filmmakers to use generative AI as a legitimate creative medium for film production. It positions generative AI as a tool for professionals rather than amateurs, supporting collaborative workflows. The company was founded in 2025 by a Cannes-screened cinematographer and an engineer. Martini is part of Y Combinator's Winter 2026 batch.
Martini
ActiveAI Video Production for Professionals
Total raised
$500K
1 round
Stage
Seed
Jan 2026
Team
1-10
since 2026
Pricing
—
Founded
2026
San Francisco, United States
Agent-ready
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Collaborative, AI-native video production platform
Generative AI as a creative medium for filmmaking
Built for professional filmmakers rather than amateurs
Collaborative workflows for production teams
Treats generative AI as a legitimate filmmaking tool
Founded by a Cannes-screened cinematographer and an engineer
Focused on professional film production use cases
Designed to integrate generative AI into real creative processes
12/100
Early
MCP server
Public API
Webhooks
OAuth 2.0
SDKs
No public agent surfaces detected yet.
Jan 2026 Seed $500K ● Y Combinator
Capital network
$500K raised ·1 backer·10 network links
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- Who is Martini built for?
- It is built for professional filmmakers, positioning generative AI as a legitimate creative medium rather than a tool aimed at amateurs.
- What makes Martini different?
- It is a collaborative, AI-native video production platform focused on professional film production workflows, founded by a Cannes-screened cinematographer and an engineer.
- Is Martini collaborative?
- Yes. It supports collaborative workflows so filmmaking teams can work together when producing video with generative AI.
- What is the founders' background?
- Martini was founded in 2025 by a Cannes-screened cinematographer and an engineer, combining filmmaking and technical expertise.
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