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Salt Lake City, UT

Expanding photography rental services, retail offerings, and new product lines for creatives and students.

• Established community presence: Serving Salt Lake City since 2013 with strong local recognition.
• National reach: Offers semester rental programs for students across the country.
• Retail and rental growth: Investing in upgraded equipment and expanded service offerings.
• Partnership with Urban Outfitters: Acme-branded products available through national retail channels.
• Commitment to creativity: Supports photographers with quality gear, education, and reliable service.

Acme Camera Company is raising funds to expand its offerings and enhance its ability to serve photographers and filmmakers through sales, rentals, and services. Based in Salt Lake City, the company was founded in 2013 with a mission to make high-quality photographic equipment accessible to all. Acme sells new and used cameras, lenses, lighting, and accessories, offers rentals of modern gear, and provides repair and cleaning services. It has steadily grown from a small shop with two employees into a well-regarded local business with a national student rental program, expanded retail space, and recognition from local media and community awards.

This funding round will support the company’s next stage of growth, including development of new product lines and enhancements to existing programs. Capital will be used to purchase updated rental inventory and semester rental cameras, implement a Cerakote painting system, upgrade point-of-sale technology, and improve the company’s website. Additional funds will go toward marketing initiatives, employee training, and increasing retail inventory. These investments will help Acme Camera continue supporting a new generation of visual storytellers while building on its strong foundation in photographic gear and customer service.

Company Info

Acme Camera Company provides sales, rentals, and repair services for new and used photographic equipment while expanding its product offerings and national reach.

Acme Camera Company is a Salt Lake City-based photography business specializing in the sale, rental, and servicing of new and used photographic equipment. Founded in 2013, the company offers cameras, lenses, lighting, and accessories, and also provides minor repairs and cleaning services. Acme supports both professionals and students, including a growing national semester rental program. With a retail storefront and e-commerce presence, the business serves a diverse customer base seeking high-quality film and digital photography tools.

The company is expanding its offerings with new product lines, additional rental inventory, and infrastructure improvements. Plans include launching custom Cerakote-painted camera gear, enhancing the student rental program, upgrading POS systems, and investing in marketing and staff training. Acme maintains a retail relationship with Urban Outfitters through their Marketplace program and aims to grow its national footprint. The business is positioned to support the next generation of photographers and filmmakers through accessible, well-curated equipment solutions and educational engagement.