A Storyteller From the StartFrom a young age, storytelling set my imagination on fire. Books and movies weren’t just stories, they were worlds that taught me how to see my own. What began as fascination, soon became pursuit.
I found my own start in storytelling during high school — performing in nationally featured stage productions through show choir, where I learned the rhythm of collaboration and emotion. At the same time, I joined the video yearbook team, capturing sports events and student life to tell stories through image and sound. Those experiences led me to Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, where I earned my BA in Screenwriting alongside an interdisciplinary study in Journalism. Just over seven years after graduation, at 29, my journey has taken me across a wide creative landscape: from writing and editing to directing, designing, and producing live events. I’ve worked with organizations such as Netflix, ExplorUS, and Cedar Fair’s historic Knott’s Berry Farm, while also independently building cinematic sports content, haunted attraction experiences, and narrative-driven short films. In less than a decade, I’ve collaborated on Netflix feature films including Spiderhead (2022) and The School for Good and Evil (2023), helped secure a 12-year National Park Service concession contract for Olympic National Park and a 10-year concession contract for Badlands National Park, directed five live events, created over a dozen independent productions, and reached over half a million viewers on my movies worldwide. And this is only the beginning... |
Ryan was one of the most active and forward-thinking students I've ever worked with. He showed initiative that is rare, and got more done than the rest of the class put together." -Frank Chindamo, CEO, Virtual Film School Inc.; Adjunct Professor, USC and Chapman University He is organized and proactive with his communication and has a collaborative style that benefits both stakeholders and clients. If your organization is looking for a detailed and thorough individual with top-notch writing, editing, and video production skills, I would not hesitate to hire Ryan." -Pat Hester, Award-Winning Content Writer and Editor for multiple brands Ryan Rusin is a very creative and well-versed screenwriter and videographer. I've had the pleasure of working with him on many projects together. He has what it takes to accomplish incredible goals with highly ambitious stakes, while coming up with fresh approaches to the medium. I recommend him for all your creative writing and film production needs in any capacity." -Ryan Banfield, Creative Director, Prolifx Studios |
Projects
Working both as a hired professional and freelance creator, my work spans across genres and mediums — from cinematic promos and brand ads to short films, podcasts, and live events. No matter the form, storytelling is always at the core of what I do.
Sports Videos
Kansas City Chiefs -- Super Bowl LIX Promo (2025)
I served as the editor, scriptwriter, and music/audio rights lead for this Super Bowl LIX promo, once again collaborating with professional voice actor Rob Milton (Budweiser, FIFA World Cup, etc.) to deliver a cinematic narration experience. This project has earned over 30,000 views with highly positive audience ratings, and reflects my continued evolution in high-impact sports storytelling and fan-driven media production.
Kansas City Chiefs -- Season Opener Promo (2024)
I conceptualized, wrote, and edited this promo video for the Chiefs Season Opener for the 2024-2025 NFL season. While it doesn’t yet have the substantial view counts of some of my other work at just over 2,000 viewers, the project earned outstanding feedback in the comments across platforms and remains a piece I'm very proud of. It stands as a testament to my ability to craft compelling narrative-driven video content and engage a passionate audience.
Kansas City Chiefs -- Super Bowl LVIII Promo (2024)
I was the editor of this highly-viewed promo video for the Kansas City Chiefs leading into their Super Bowl LVIII victory in Las Vegas. In addition to editing, I wrote the full script, handled music licensing, and curated all audio and highlight selections. Released the week before the Super Bowl, it has since surpassed 47,000 views on YouTube with a 98.2% positive audience rating.
Kansas City Chiefs -- AFC Divisional Game Promo (2024)
I was the editor of this freelance fan promo trailer for the 2024 AFC Divisional Round, created ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ postseason run. I handled the full scripting, music licensing, and all audio and highlight curation prior to editing. The video has since garnered over 23,000 views on YouTube and continues to gain traction among fans.
Kansas City Chiefs -- Super Bowl LVII Promo (2023)
I served as the lead editor and scriptwriter for this Super Bowl LVII promo, capturing the culmination of the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2023 season heading into Glendale, Arizona. I collaborated with professional voice actor Rob Milton (Budweiser, FIFA World Cup, etc.) to narrate and bring the tone of the piece to life. The video was seen and publicly endorsed by Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, and has reached over 19,000 viewers worldwide to date.
Kansas City Chiefs -- Playoffs Promo (2023)
I performed all editing and led both the clip and music selection for this independent promo hyping the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2023 playoff run. Released the week leading up to the AFC Divisional game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, it has since surpassed 50,000 views and received highly positive feedback across all platforms.
Kansas City Chiefs -- Super Bowl LIV Promo (2020)
I led all aspects of this promo/mini-documentary for Super Bowl LIV, including editing, clip selection, music licensing, and overall creative direction. Released to commemorate the Kansas City Chiefs’ historic 60th season and first Super Bowl appearance (and victory) in over 50 years, it has become my most-viewed project to date — surpassing 119,000 views with exceptionally strong audience reception.
Brand and Impact Videos
We Are ExplorUS -- Official ExplorUS Brand Film (2025)
I wrote, directed, edited, and handled all music licensing for this corporate brand film produced for the ExplorUS Leadership Conference in Las Vegas (February 2025). The video has since been adopted as the company’s official homepage feature and is actively used as a primary recruitment and brand identity asset.
The Most Astounding Fact -- Short Documentary/Promo for Conservation.org (2017)
I filmed and edited this nonprofit promo piece to raise awareness for Conservation.org, capturing on-location footage at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, CA. Designed as a cinematic micro-documentary, the film focused on emotional environmental storytelling and public engagement.
Short Films
Mystic Terror's "Roswell" Haunted Attraction -- Teaser Trailer (2022)
I served as the writer, director, and editor for this cinematic teaser trailer promoting the “Mystic Terror” haunted attraction in Southern California and its 2022 theme, Roswell. Produced on a zero-budget and completed within just 24 hours, this short was designed as a high-intensity atmospheric teaser to build anticipation ahead of the event launch.
Delivery Fee -- Short Film (2020)
This was my debut horror short film — a project I directed, co-wrote, and edited during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Conceptualized as a creative time capsule, the film captures the paranoia and psychological tension of that era. It was produced on a sub-$500 budget with a lean crew of just seven people, following strict safety protocols throughout production.
Logline: Life on the road has changed for delivery driver's across the country. But for one star employee of the Fast Lane Feasts delivery company, things are about to take a much darker turn.
Release Date: October 10, 2020
Logline: Life on the road has changed for delivery driver's across the country. But for one star employee of the Fast Lane Feasts delivery company, things are about to take a much darker turn.
Release Date: October 10, 2020
Live Events
Mystic Terror's "Roswell" Haunted Attraction (2022)
This is a full walkthrough of the Roswell haunted attraction produced by the Mystic Terror creative team in 2022. In addition to editing this video, I served as Creative Director, co-writing and directing the live experience itself from concept to execution.
Mystic Terror's "Halloween Heritage" Haunted Attraction (2023)
This is a full walkthrough and review of the Halloween Heritage haunted attraction produced by the Mystic Terror creative team in 2023. I served as Creative Director — co-writing and directing the live event experience. The video was generously produced by The Walker Chronicles, a YouTube channel with over 55,000 subscribers that regularly features top-tier haunt attractions.
Writing Samples
Below are a few pieces of my writings -- including short film scripts, narrative podcasts, scenes from features, and even articles. All of these works are original, copyright-protected, and have been published under my name. If you are interested in viewing more samples of my work, they are available upon request. Thank you, and I hope you enjoy the reads!
*Some content may not be appropriate for all readers.*
*Some content may not be appropriate for all readers.*
The Last Outlaw -- Action/Drama Script Excerpt
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Founding Father -- Historical/War Script Excerpt
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Interview with Renowned Cartoonist, Dave Coverly -- Feature Article
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The Listeners -- Narrative Podcast Pilot
Below you can listen to a narrative podcast titled The Listeners, that I collaborated on as a staff writer in 2019. It was a pilot episode highlighted on the "Theater for the Mind" podcast produced by Wayland Productions .
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