On-Cycle Firms - Media

Incoming A1 at BB TMT interested in recruiting on-cycle private equity. Curious for firms that actively invest in the Media sector (entertainment, film, gaming, sports, etc.), as well as what geographies the offices operate out of. Compiled the list below, would appreciate any additions / revisions. Thank you!

On-Cycle:
  KKR - TMT - NY
  Sixth Street - SMET - [location?]
  TPG - IDMC - SF
  Carlyle - [dissolved CMR group in NY office?]

Off-Cycle:
  Silver Lake Partners - C&E
  Ares Management - M&E
  RedBird Capital Partners
  Arctos Sports Partners
  Providence Equity
  Shamrock Capital
  Clearlake Capital
  Searchlight Capital

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