Ryan Alexander Lloyd, Ngāi Tahu/Kāi Tahu, is an accomplished Director of Photography, renowned for his unique and inspiring visual storytelling. Born and raised in Aotearoa, New Zealand. He is a visual storyteller who is passionate about forming collaborative relationships and creative partnerships working between Australia and New Zealand. With his unique and inspiring images, Ryan is dedicated to creating groundbreaking content that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Ryan’s talents have been recognised with multiple awards from the Australian Cinematographers Society (ACS) for his work on dramatic short films. His contribution to the bold indigenous film Elders, which screened at the 71st Berlinale, as well as the technical tour-de-force Three Stories Inside a Rental Van, highlight his passion and skill.
He was selected to attend the prestigious Berlinale Talent Campus, a reflection of his commitment to innovation in his craft.
Over the past decade, Ryan has worked across award-winning feature films, celebrated TV dramas, and music videos for artists such as Troy Kingi, Courtney Barnett, Six60, and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. His commercial work spans global brands including Nike, FedEx, and Apple.
Ryan is an Owner / Operator of an Arri ALEXA 35. A Netflix-approved camera. Also an owner of modern and vintage cinema lenses.