A black and white photo of a man sitting on a rooftop or balcony, looking to his left with a cityscape in the background at dusk or dawn.
Black and white photo of a young man sitting on a rooftop ledge with a cityscape of houses, trees, and power lines in the background during dusk or dawn.

My name is Ryan Schmidt, and I’m a super passionate creative, photographer, videographer, and overall storytelling enthusiast.

Growing up in Germany and later on moving to Charlotte, North Carolina, I was always drawn to creative expression, such as filming everyday life, building websites, or writing stories just to bring ideas to life.

Since I first started freelancing in 2018, I’ve worked on a wide range of projects, including commercial shoots, influencer content creation, weddings, and live events. I gained experience in both photo and video across every part of the process, from pre-production to final delivery. Not only do I have experience behind the camera, but also spent time on sets of film productions, as well as show production, helping theaters and concert venues thrive.

Now, I specialize in music content creation. I collaborate with artists to create visuals that feel real, intentional, and true to their identity. Whether I’m documenting a tour, directing a music video, or capturing behind-the-scenes moments, my goal is always to tell a story that resonates.