ART DIRECTOR / CINEMATOGRAPHER / EDITOR

Ricky Taitt

"Director. DP. Editor. Storyteller. This is what I do."

Transforming ideas into visual experiences. Commercial campaigns, documentaries, and narrative films that resonate.

Three women sitting on a wooden park bench in front of a colorful mural with musical notes, stars, and abstract art. The woman on the left has long dark hair and is wearing a patterned top and jeans. The woman in the middle has long braided hair with colorful extensions and is wearing a yellow top. The woman on the right has long reddish-brown hair and is wearing a green crop top and denim shorts.
A woman with glasses wearing a colorful halter top and black pants, standing against an old brick and stone building with weathered wooden doors, bathed in warm sunlight.
A woman with dark hair and red nail polish sitting inside a red vintage car, resting her arms on the steering wheel and looking out the side window.

Brand & Lifestyle

Crafting brand narratives and lifestyle content that feels real, looks stunning, and drives results.

Fashion & Celebrities

Where fashion meets film. Elevated storytelling for fashion brands and celebrities that demand attention.

“Amaré Magazine - 2025 Gala”

A series of three images showing a couple sharing an intimate moment, embracing and smiling at each other outdoors during sunset.
A collage of three photos featuring women in colorful outfits. The top photo shows women standing on a balcony with a stone wall and colorful clothing. The middle photo is a close-up of a woman with curly hair and her eyes closed, framed by wooden be
A three-part collage showing a woman in different poses from above, in a mossy, enclosed environment with water features. She is wearing a crocheted top in each scene, with varying expressions and gestures.
Four women in elegant, white and silver gowns in a luxurious, ornate room with curtains, columns, and classical decor. They are posing around a grand table with intricate carvings.
A man with a beard and short hair standing in a room with chairs and chandeliers, with chairs falling from above and a hazy, smoky atmosphere.
A collage of five photos featuring a young woman with dark skin and braided hair in a colorful, patterned swimsuit in a dim room with green lighting. The photos include close-up shots of her face, a full-body shot, and an artistic, low-angle shot emp

Commercial Campaigns

A series of four aerial photographs showing different times of day or night. The top image features a scenic view of a residential area surrounded by a wooded landscape in autumn, with colorful trees and houses. The second image captures a large body of water, possibly a lake or ocean, with a pier extending into it during daylight, with calm water and an evening sky. The third image depicts a deep blue ocean or sea with some clouds and sunset or twilight colors on the horizon. The bottom image shows a night scene of a cityscape with illuminated buildings and a dark sky.
Three separate scenes of people in a modern office setting working and engaging in conversation.
A woman in a sports bra and shorts jump rope while three women watch and smile, in a photo shoot studio with lighting equipment.
A woman arranging a bouquet of colorful flowers in a kitchen with a floral wallpaper pattern, window, and wooden accents.
A woman in a floral dress walking through a field of purple flowers at sunset, with mountains in the background and a rainbow in the sky.
The top part of the image shows a forest with tall trees and sunlight filtering through. The bottom part features a white vase with floral patterns, holding a bouquet of dried flowers against a warm, blurred background.
Cover of Studio State Digest magazine, November 2023 issue, featuring a man smiling and holding a camera, with headlines about indie film, film agency, and sound design.

MEET THE ARTIST

Ricky Taitt is an award-winning filmmaker whose work explores the human experience through visually stunning narratives centered on aspiration, love, and redemption. With a unique background bridging music and cinema, Taitt brings a distinctive rhythm and emotional depth to every frame.

Taitt's filmmaking foundation was built at two of the nation's premier film institutions: NYU Tisch School of the Arts, where he studied Media & Film Studies, and the Los Angeles Film School, where he graduated with Honors in Digital Filmmaking. This rigorous training equipped him with both theoretical insight and hands-on technical mastery, making him a versatile force on any film set.

Before transitioning to filmmaking, Taitt built a successful music career with over 3 million worldwide streams and three commercial albums as internet sensation VaughnBornFamous. His unique background in music syncing and music videos informs his cinematic approach, bringing rhythm and emotional resonance to every frame.

Taitt's goal is simple yet ambitious: to create some of his generation's most thought-provoking and visually captivating films. Whether behind the camera as Director of Photography, in the editing suite crafting the perfect cut, or orchestrating the vision as Director, he brings an artist's eye and a storyteller's heart to every project.

His work doesn't just capture moments—it creates experiences that linger long after the credits roll.

-”California Wine Industries lead Digital Marketer”

-Studio State Digest “Artist of the Year” 2025

-Winner of over 20 Film Festival Best Selections

-Winner of Two Social Impact Awards for Documentary Work “2024”

-Three “Best Screenwriter” nominees

Awards & Recognition

Social Impact Award (2025) - Boston, MA

For "Hope 4 Home: San Diego," - a documentary about the homelessness epidemic in San Diego. Recognized for Direction and Production, promoting social change at a prestigious social film festival

PDX Recovery Film Festival (2025) - Portland, OR

Short Film finalist and Winner For "Hope 4 Home: San Diego," - a documentary about the homelessness epidemic in San Diego.

Best Alumni Short Film (2024) - Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Film School Digital Filmmaking Event
For "In The Mix," a story about an artist .vs. self-doubt - Honored as the standout work among LAFS alumni

WIDESCREEN Film & MUSIC VIDEO Festival (2024) - Anaheim, Ca

Finalist for “Hopeless Romantic: Music Video Selection” (Best Romantic Video)

Los Angeles Film School Honors Society - Class of 2024

Inducted for academic excellence and outstanding achievement in Digital Filmmaking

YOUTUBE AWARD (2024) - ONLINE

Award for achieving 3 million+ views in one year as an influencer on YouTube

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