A Studio Built on Connection
Erin Ryan Films is an independently owned and operated production company based along the banks of the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia. The studio approaches every project as a creative partnership, bringing care, clarity, and collaboration to each stage of the process.
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At the heart of the work is connection. Erin Ryan Films specializes in taking the core of a message and translating it into films that resonate with real people including musicians, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, commercial brands, and local businesses.
Meet Erin
Erin Ryan is an Emmy Award–winning director, videographer, producer, and editor. She's generated recognized work across Philadelphia, New York, Los Angeles, and Seoul, and is rooted in a deep commitment to thoughtful, human-centered storytelling. For the past decade she has been directing, shooting, and sculpting videos that make people feel seen.
“I love my job. I love learning what makes you passionate about your work, and I love utilizing my skill set to megaphone your message. We’re experts at transcending your story into the heart of your audiences through film and video– so you can keep being an expert in your field. We bring the focus to you, and make the spotlight feel both fun and easy.”
Clients often describe Erin as both a creative partner and a steady guide: someone who brings clarity, care, and momentum to the process. Erin believes the right message, delivered with honesty and heart, can create real connection and lasting impact.
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When she's not behind a camera you’ll find her perfecting the art of Philly‑style hospitality, cheering on the Eagles with loving brutality, or with her four-legged assistant director, Charlie Chaplin.
Awards + Recognition
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NAR Emmy Award: Live News Directing 2011
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Best Director: KIXX 48 Nice Hat 2018
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Top 10 Finalist: Director, Alex, Stop, 2019 Women in Film She Directed Festival
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Best Drama Feature Narrative Nomination: Love Isn’t Enough,
2016 Long Beach Indie International Film Festival or LBIFF
Recent Press
Reel Review: SLASHENING : The Final Beginning
MORBIDLY BEAUTIFUL
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“Dean Cundey would be proud of Slashening’s cinematographer, Erin Ryan” write up of The Slashening: The Final Beginning slasher-comedy, produced by popular demand with TROMA Entertainment (NYC).
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