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Become a Joke Sistas™ Franchise Producer
Bring the Swagger to Your City
Joke Sistas™ is expanding nationwide, and we are looking for bold, driven, and community-minded event organizers to bring our signature live show to their local markets. If you are ready to produce high-quality cultural entertainment and champion the funniest Black women in the industry, the Joke Sistas™ franchise system is built for you.
Why Partner With Joke Sistas™?
Building a stand-up comedy brand and talent pipeline from scratch is an uphill battle. When you license the Joke Sistas™ brand, you step into a fully realized creative ecosystem backed by nearly a decade of industry success.
A Proven, Vetted Pipeline
You don't need to hunt for talent. Our franchise draws directly from a curated, professional network of over 275 top-tier Black women comedians built through the annual Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest.
A Signature Format
Every local show delivers our exact brand promise: five funny women, one mic, unapologetically funny. Audiences know the standard of excellence they are paying for, and venues know they are booking a polished, repeatable experience.
A Producer-First Model
We believe in equitable partnerships. Our franchise structure features a producer-first revenue split, keeping the vast majority of local show earnings in your hands while providing you with the framework to scale.
Comprehensive Training & Assets
From day one, you get access to our complete operations playbook, marketing templates, legal contracts, and official brand assets so you can produce with total confidence.
Our Franchise System Packages
Obtain the official rights to produce, host, and manage official Joke Sistas™ comedy showcases in your territory
- 5,000 US dollars
- 2,000 US dollars
- 1,200 US dollars
- 1,600 US dollars
How It Works
1
Submit Your Application
Fill out the intake form below to tell us about your background, your target city, and your production experience.
2
Initial Consultation
Qualified applicants will be invited to a discovery call with our founder, Joanna M. Briley, to discuss market availability and alignment.
3
Review & Approval
Your application will be processed by One FunnySistah Entertainment LLC within 3–5 business days.
4
Onboarding & Execution
Once approved and licensed, you will receive access to the private producer dashboard, marketing kits, and scheduling tools to plan your launch.
Producer Requirements
To maintain the absolute integrity of our trademark and our promise to the comedy community, all prospective Joke Sistas™ producers must meet the following criteria.
Event or Entertainment Experience
A background in live event production, venue management, promotions, or nightlife coordination.
Brand Alignment
A deep commitment to celebrating authentic representation, cultural storytelling, and professional excellence.
Local Market Knowledge
A strong understanding of your city's local nightlife, entertainment venues, and media landscape.
Adherence to Standards
Total commitment to utilizing official logos, color palettes, and script wordmarks without alteration.