Ryan Alexander Lloyd is an accomplished Director of Photography, renowned for his unique and inspiring visual storytelling. Born and raised in Aotearoa, New Zealand, Ryan is Ngāi Tahu, of Maori descent. 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.
Having won a number of Australian Cinematographers Society (ACS) awards for his work on dramatic short films, Ryan’s talents have been recognized on a global scale, His contribution to the bold indigenous film, Elders, which screened at the 71st Berlinale, as well as the technical masterpiece, Three Stories Inside a Rental Van, are testament to his unparalleled skill and passion.
Ryan was also selected to participate in the prestigious Berlinale Talent Campus, a remarkable achievement that speaks to his commitment to pushing the boundaries of his craft.
Over the last decade, Ryan has worked on award-winning feature films, celebrated TV dramas, and numerous music videos for the likes of Troy Kingi, Courtney Barnett, Six60, and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. His work has also extended to creating bold commercials internationally for clients such as Nike, FedEx, and Apple.
Ryan is an Owner / Operator of an Arri ALEXA 35 – The camera raises the bar even higher with a new Super 35 format 4.6K sensor and REVEAL Color Science. 17 stops of dynamic range and frame rates up to 120fps. A Netflix-approved camera. Also an owner of modern and vintage cinema lenses.