Ryan Todd
@ryantodd
I lead VFX editing and creative direction for high-impact film, television, and advertising projects.
What I'm looking for
I've led creative and VFX editing for Framestore, Company 3, Method Studios, Digital Domain, and Marvel Entertainment, delivering film, television, advertising, and social content.
At Method Studios, I led editing projects across film, television, advertising, and theme park content while producing company show reels, marketing reels, and social media content. At Company 3 and Framestore, I partnered with VFX and color teams to integrate work seamlessly into studio pipelines.
I've led editing teams on more than 50 high-profile projects and completed projects on time or ahead of schedule throughout my career.
My background also includes directing award-winning short films and commercials, editing immersive virtual reality content, supporting motion-capture productions at Wētā FX, and contributing to productions for Fox and NBC.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Led creative and VFX editing for film and advertising projects, collaborating with VFX teams to ensure seamless integration within the Framestore pipeline.
Led creative and VFX editing for diverse projects, collaborating with the color team for consistency and producing company reels and marketing content.
Lead Editor
Method Studios
Jul 2018 - Mar 2025 (6 years 8 months)
Led creative and VFX editing for film, television, advertising, and theme park content, collaborating with teams to integrate editing into the VFX pipeline.
Editor
Halon Entertainment
Dec 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 7 months)
Served as lead editor specializing in pre-visualization sequences, edited a YouTube web series, and created company reels to elevate brand presence.
Lead Editor
Digital Domain
Aug 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 5 months)
Led editing for film, television, advertising, and social media campaigns, collaborating with creative directors and VFX artists to craft narratives.
Lead Editor
8i
Mar 2017 - Apr 2017 (1 month)
Served as lead editor for a virtual reality short film about Mars exploration, collaborating with a creative team to ensure an immersive experience.
Editor
Blur
Nov 2016 - Dec 2016 (1 month)
Served as lead editor for show reels, highlighting before and after processes of video game cinematics and ensuring high-quality standards.
Editor and Director
Freelance
Aug 2011 - Sep 2016 (5 years 1 month)
Directed and edited award-winning short films and commercials, and edited show reels for diverse clients, collaborating with directors and cinematographers.
Lead Witness Camera
Wētā FX
Feb 2013 - Mar 2014 (1 year 1 month)
Led a team of camera operators for motion capture, coordinating sessions and providing reference footage for post-production.
Director's Assistant
20th Century Fox
Jan 2011 - Sep 2012 (1 year 8 months)
Provided comprehensive support to Director Rupert Wyatt during pre-production, production, and post-production of Rise of the Planet of the Apes.
Key Set Production Assistant
NBC
Sep 2006 - Sep 2008 (2 years)
Served as Key Set Production Assistant for Heroes, coordinating with assistant directors to ensure cast readiness and supporting production operations.
Key Production Assistant
NBC
Aug 2005 - Aug 2006 (1 year)
Supported production office and on-set activities for Will and Grace, coordinating between departments to ensure seamless production flow.
Conducted tours of NBC Burbank studios, coordinated audience participation for The Tonight Show, and gained hands-on experience in live television.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor's degree, Film Studies
2000 - 2004
Bachelor's degree in Film Studies with a focus on Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
New York Film Academy
Film
2003 - 2003
Attended the New York Film Academy for a short program in film production.
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Location
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