Ryan Gibbs Past Work

My work with Disney Digital Networks

Working here was an amazing experience. For someone who was new to the industry as a whole it was absolutely stunning seeing all the factors at play. The Stages and workshops in culver city blew my mind. The time I spent there helped form an Idea of how productions could and should look. Though I can only find three released projects I worked on, these three are some of my favorites.

Star Wars Pets

On this STAR WARS PETS I worked as an Art Department production assistant. I was tasked with helping Design, Construct, Paint and Dress all of the sets seen. I would go on runs to purchase materials and props needed to make the environments come to life. I would also work during filming to reset the sets when necessary. During this project I was tasked with managing my given set project and working with departments to make sure that not only did my builds come out under budget but it worked for Camera, Lighting, Animal Safety and fit the Directors vision.

I worked on all the videos shown in the linked playlist.

Star Wars Pets Full Playlist

Designing Disney

While I worked on multiple Designing Disney Projects, this one was incredibly special because I got to choose the rented warehouse for the interview scenes. We flipped an old crusty warehouse in a industrial district to a fashionable loft with pops of color and interesting set pieces. The forest scene was amazing as well, simply due to how crazy it was to use real dead trees on stands to create this spooky space on the sound stage.

Moana & Google Home Advert

Thiis AD was one otf the first projects I worked on while at DDN. I was tasked with cutting out set pieces with jogsaws, painting and constructing them. We also had to build an entire living room set that could move away from camera to reveal our interior cave set. Being one of my first projects. I was excited about the potential working at Disney could provide me.

Letting You Go - Joey Graceffa

"Letting You Go" is a music video by Joey Graceffa that was released with his album "Kingdom." The video tells a deeply emotional story about the process of moving on from a past relationship. It beautifully captures themes of letting go, personal growth, and acceptance, reflecting the song's heartfelt lyrics about dealing with memories and finding the strength to move forward.

I had the opportunity to work on this project as a Production Design Assistant. My role involved supporting the Production Designer, Patrick Fritz, in bringing the visual elements of the video to life. This included helping to select and arrange props and set pieces, ensuring that every visual detail contributed to the overall narrative and aesthetic of the video. It was a collaborative effort to create settings that resonated with the song's emotional journey and enhanced the viewer's experience.

Sales Ready

Sales Ready - Short Film

"Sales Ready" is a short film directed by Philip Steiger that follows a high school student, Alister, who gets caught up in his father's cutlery Ponzi scheme. As Alister recruits his peers into the multilevel marketing scheme, he slowly realizes he is merely a pawn in his father's manipulative plans, highlighting themes of false hopes and the gig economy.

As the set decorator for the film, my job was to select and arrange all the props and set pieces to create authentic and visually engaging environments. I collaborated closely with the director and production designer to ensure that each set accurately reflected the characters' lives and the overall tone of the film. This involved a lot of attention to detail and creativity to make the scenes believable and support the narrative effectively.

Pain Relief | A Short Film

"Pain Relief" is a heartfelt and emotional story directed by Alex Chandler. It follows an elderly couple, Al and Isa, as they get ready for bed one night. The film dives into their daily struggles with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, capturing their tender moments and routine. It’s all about love, resilience, and the incredible strength of the human spirit.

As the producer, I was involved in pretty much every aspect of bringing this film to life. From the get-go, I managed the project, making sure everything was on schedule and within budget. Fundraising and budgeting were big parts of my job, and I had to make sure we had the resources we needed and spent them wisely.

I also hired and coordinated the cast and crew. It was crucial to have the right people on board, and I kept the communication flowing between everyone to ensure things ran smoothly. On the logistical side, I handled everything from organizing locations and sets to dealing with permits and insurance.

Once filming wrapped, I supervised the post-production process, which included editing, sound design, and visual effects. My goal was to make sure the final product matched Alex’s vision and was polished and ready for distribution.

Marketing and distribution were also on my plate. I developed strategies to promote the film and worked with film festivals, distributors, and online platforms to get our film out there.

Working on "Pain Relief" was an amazing experience. The film beautifully portrays the challenges and love between Al and Isa, and I'm really proud of what we created. If you get a chance, I highly recommend giving it a watch—it's a story that sticks with you.

Virtual Production Experience

Heres an Example of our Virtual Pipeline for 'Where the Pollen Falls'

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