Ryan Pollreisz brings over 25 years of unparalleled expertise in filmmaking to the table. His illustrious career boasts involvement in Academy Award-winning productions such as “Golden Compass,” “Life of Pi,” and “Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse.” Notably, he spearheaded the establishment of the Vancouver branch of Rhythm and Hues Studios, nurturing it from its inception. His transformative leadership as the Managing Director at Deluxe Studios Vancouver saw the company’s workforce soar from 150 to over 400 employees.

At Sony Pictures Imageworks, Ryan held the pivotal role of VP Artist Management, where he orchestrated the strategies for over 1000 employees across various locations, significantly influencing the company’s talent objectives. Demonstrating versatility, Ryan transitioned into Unreal Engine-specific projects, contributing to the foundation of Imagnedary Studios in Irvine, California. He then spearheaded the development of an animation channel for a prominent YouTube influencer boasting a staggering 44 million subscribers.