Andrea Scarso

Andrea Scarso is a senior media executive and experienced alternative investment fund manager specializing in the entertainment sector.1 He currently serves as Partner and Investment Director at IPR.VC, a position he has held since November 2023.12

Career Background

Scarso has over 15 years of experience in arranging, structuring, and executing investments in entertainment projects.1 Prior to joining IPR.VC, he held several positions at The Ingenious Group, including:

• Senior Investment Director - Media Division (Feb 2022 - Nov 2023)
• Investment Director (Jul 2017 - Jan 2022)
• Senior Investment Manager (May 2015 - Jun 2017)
• Investment Manager (May 2013 - Apr 2015)
• Investment Associate (Mar 2011 - Apr 2013)1

During his time at Ingenious Media, Scarso represented the company in deals for both studio and independent projects.3 He has been involved in over 250 film and television financing deals throughout his career.3

Notable Projects

As an executive producer, Scarso has been credited on over 45 film and TV projects.13 Some of the notable films he has been involved with include:

• Oscar-winning films: "Judy," "Selma," and "The Descendants"
• Oscar-nominated films: "127 Hours," "Carol," and "Brooklyn"
• Box office hit: "Life of Pi"
• Five films in the "X-Men" franchise
• Recent indie films: "The Duke," "The Lost King," and "Emily"
• Oliver Stone's docuseries "JFK: Destiny Betrayed"3

Education and Affiliations

Scarso holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management from Università Bocconi and a Master of Science in Economics and Management of Arts, Culture, Media and Entertainment from the same institution.1 He is also a BAFTA member.1

Current Role at IPR.VC

At IPR.VC, Scarso is based in the company's London office.2 His appointment coincided with the launch of IPR.VC's largest film and television production financing fund to date, IPR.VC Fund III, which targets €100 million.2 In this role, he is expected to help shape the company's future strategy and forge new long-term partnerships in the entertainment industry.2