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Ryan Jonathan | Film Maker

◼ #RyGuySA ◼
🎥 Award-Winning Videos for Brands & Celebrities
2X Prism Award for Best Campaign
💻 Animator & Visual Effects Artist
CPT ❌ JHB 🤑

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A whole GQ Creative Feature! #gqmagazine

Photographer - @mishaalganjaz
Styling - @heavens_cityofgod


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A whole GQ Creative Feature! #gqmagazine

Photographer - @mishaalganjaz
Styling - @heavens_cityofgod


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2 months ago

A whole GQ Creative Feature! #gqmagazine

Photographer - @mishaalganjaz
Styling - @heavens_cityofgod


220
88
2 months ago

A whole GQ Creative Feature! #gqmagazine

Photographer - @mishaalganjaz
Styling - @heavens_cityofgod


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88
2 months ago

A whole GQ Creative Feature! #gqmagazine

Photographer - @mishaalganjaz
Styling - @heavens_cityofgod


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Follow your dreams - They really will take you anywhere!


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Follow your dreams - They really will take you anywhere!


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Follow your dreams - They really will take you anywhere!


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Follow your dreams - They really will take you anywhere!


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We sit down with visual effects wizard and animation mastermind, Ryan Jonathan—better known to the internet as RyGuy. Long before the term “content creator” existed, Ryan was setting the blueprint for influencer culture in South Africa, shooting club after-movies that drew crowds of hundreds and burning matric ball edits onto CDs with Nero Burn.

From his early days making DIY Fast & Furious remakes on bicycles to working at Hectic 9-9 and eventually founding his powerhouse agency, Renderjockey, Ryan shares the ultimate creative journey. We dive deep into his process of working with massive brands and icons like Ricky Rick, Schalk Bezuidenhout, and Tomorrowland, and discuss how to navigate the tricky waters of pricing your worth and avoiding creative burnout.

Plus, we explore the explosive impact of AI on the creative space, share some hilarious personal stories (including a forgotten ProNutro disaster), and tackle important conversations about inclusivity and identity in South Africa.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Mastering the Craft: Self-taught VFX, renting DVDs to study directors, and the journey from Hectic 9-9 to launching Renderjockey.

The Business of Creativity: Knowing your worth, overcoming burnout, and why “you are only as good as your last project.”

The AI Revolution: How AI is reinvigorating Ryan’s love for VFX, plus JP and Lyle’s takes on using AI for ideation and efficiency.

Award-Winning Moments: Creating award-winning content alongside heavyweights like Lasizwe and Nadia Jaftha.

Behind the Scenes: The beautiful chaos of being a “fairy dad” to 3 girls, managing a mini-zoo (4 chickens, 3 dogs, 14 fish), and surviving childhood without Drink-O-Pop.

Empower My Family Segment: Rizaan drops knowledge on how AI is transforming environmental conservation.

Real Talk: A candid check-in on inclusivity and representing the diverse coloured community in South Africa.

Play Along: We also bring back the nostalgia with talk about Virtual DJ and Fruityloops, and play a round of “Say Ma Now”!

Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the minds of the industry’s best creators!

#podcast


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We sit down with visual effects wizard and animation mastermind, Ryan Jonathan—better known to the internet as RyGuy. Long before the term “content creator” existed, Ryan was setting the blueprint for influencer culture in South Africa, shooting club after-movies that drew crowds of hundreds and burning matric ball edits onto CDs with Nero Burn.

From his early days making DIY Fast & Furious remakes on bicycles to working at Hectic 9-9 and eventually founding his powerhouse agency, Renderjockey, Ryan shares the ultimate creative journey. We dive deep into his process of working with massive brands and icons like Ricky Rick, Schalk Bezuidenhout, and Tomorrowland, and discuss how to navigate the tricky waters of pricing your worth and avoiding creative burnout.

Plus, we explore the explosive impact of AI on the creative space, share some hilarious personal stories (including a forgotten ProNutro disaster), and tackle important conversations about inclusivity and identity in South Africa.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Mastering the Craft: Self-taught VFX, renting DVDs to study directors, and the journey from Hectic 9-9 to launching Renderjockey.

The Business of Creativity: Knowing your worth, overcoming burnout, and why “you are only as good as your last project.”

The AI Revolution: How AI is reinvigorating Ryan’s love for VFX, plus JP and Lyle’s takes on using AI for ideation and efficiency.

Award-Winning Moments: Creating award-winning content alongside heavyweights like Lasizwe and Nadia Jaftha.

Behind the Scenes: The beautiful chaos of being a “fairy dad” to 3 girls, managing a mini-zoo (4 chickens, 3 dogs, 14 fish), and surviving childhood without Drink-O-Pop.

Empower My Family Segment: Rizaan drops knowledge on how AI is transforming environmental conservation.

Real Talk: A candid check-in on inclusivity and representing the diverse coloured community in South Africa.

Play Along: We also bring back the nostalgia with talk about Virtual DJ and Fruityloops, and play a round of “Say Ma Now”!

Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the minds of the industry’s best creators!

#podcast


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23 hours ago

We sit down with visual effects wizard and animation mastermind, Ryan Jonathan—better known to the internet as RyGuy. Long before the term “content creator” existed, Ryan was setting the blueprint for influencer culture in South Africa, shooting club after-movies that drew crowds of hundreds and burning matric ball edits onto CDs with Nero Burn.

From his early days making DIY Fast & Furious remakes on bicycles to working at Hectic 9-9 and eventually founding his powerhouse agency, Renderjockey, Ryan shares the ultimate creative journey. We dive deep into his process of working with massive brands and icons like Ricky Rick, Schalk Bezuidenhout, and Tomorrowland, and discuss how to navigate the tricky waters of pricing your worth and avoiding creative burnout.

Plus, we explore the explosive impact of AI on the creative space, share some hilarious personal stories (including a forgotten ProNutro disaster), and tackle important conversations about inclusivity and identity in South Africa.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Mastering the Craft: Self-taught VFX, renting DVDs to study directors, and the journey from Hectic 9-9 to launching Renderjockey.

The Business of Creativity: Knowing your worth, overcoming burnout, and why “you are only as good as your last project.”

The AI Revolution: How AI is reinvigorating Ryan’s love for VFX, plus JP and Lyle’s takes on using AI for ideation and efficiency.

Award-Winning Moments: Creating award-winning content alongside heavyweights like Lasizwe and Nadia Jaftha.

Behind the Scenes: The beautiful chaos of being a “fairy dad” to 3 girls, managing a mini-zoo (4 chickens, 3 dogs, 14 fish), and surviving childhood without Drink-O-Pop.

Empower My Family Segment: Rizaan drops knowledge on how AI is transforming environmental conservation.

Real Talk: A candid check-in on inclusivity and representing the diverse coloured community in South Africa.

Play Along: We also bring back the nostalgia with talk about Virtual DJ and Fruityloops, and play a round of “Say Ma Now”!

Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the minds of the industry’s best creators!

#podcast


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23 hours ago

We sit down with visual effects wizard and animation mastermind, Ryan Jonathan—better known to the internet as RyGuy. Long before the term “content creator” existed, Ryan was setting the blueprint for influencer culture in South Africa, shooting club after-movies that drew crowds of hundreds and burning matric ball edits onto CDs with Nero Burn.

From his early days making DIY Fast & Furious remakes on bicycles to working at Hectic 9-9 and eventually founding his powerhouse agency, Renderjockey, Ryan shares the ultimate creative journey. We dive deep into his process of working with massive brands and icons like Ricky Rick, Schalk Bezuidenhout, and Tomorrowland, and discuss how to navigate the tricky waters of pricing your worth and avoiding creative burnout.

Plus, we explore the explosive impact of AI on the creative space, share some hilarious personal stories (including a forgotten ProNutro disaster), and tackle important conversations about inclusivity and identity in South Africa.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Mastering the Craft: Self-taught VFX, renting DVDs to study directors, and the journey from Hectic 9-9 to launching Renderjockey.

The Business of Creativity: Knowing your worth, overcoming burnout, and why “you are only as good as your last project.”

The AI Revolution: How AI is reinvigorating Ryan’s love for VFX, plus JP and Lyle’s takes on using AI for ideation and efficiency.

Award-Winning Moments: Creating award-winning content alongside heavyweights like Lasizwe and Nadia Jaftha.

Behind the Scenes: The beautiful chaos of being a “fairy dad” to 3 girls, managing a mini-zoo (4 chickens, 3 dogs, 14 fish), and surviving childhood without Drink-O-Pop.

Empower My Family Segment: Rizaan drops knowledge on how AI is transforming environmental conservation.

Real Talk: A candid check-in on inclusivity and representing the diverse coloured community in South Africa.

Play Along: We also bring back the nostalgia with talk about Virtual DJ and Fruityloops, and play a round of “Say Ma Now”!

Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the minds of the industry’s best creators!

#podcast


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We sit down with visual effects wizard and animation mastermind, Ryan Jonathan—better known to the internet as RyGuy. Long before the term “content creator” existed, Ryan was setting the blueprint for influencer culture in South Africa, shooting club after-movies that drew crowds of hundreds and burning matric ball edits onto CDs with Nero Burn.

From his early days making DIY Fast & Furious remakes on bicycles to working at Hectic 9-9 and eventually founding his powerhouse agency, Renderjockey, Ryan shares the ultimate creative journey. We dive deep into his process of working with massive brands and icons like Ricky Rick, Schalk Bezuidenhout, and Tomorrowland, and discuss how to navigate the tricky waters of pricing your worth and avoiding creative burnout.

Plus, we explore the explosive impact of AI on the creative space, share some hilarious personal stories (including a forgotten ProNutro disaster), and tackle important conversations about inclusivity and identity in South Africa.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Mastering the Craft: Self-taught VFX, renting DVDs to study directors, and the journey from Hectic 9-9 to launching Renderjockey.

The Business of Creativity: Knowing your worth, overcoming burnout, and why “you are only as good as your last project.”

The AI Revolution: How AI is reinvigorating Ryan’s love for VFX, plus JP and Lyle’s takes on using AI for ideation and efficiency.

Award-Winning Moments: Creating award-winning content alongside heavyweights like Lasizwe and Nadia Jaftha.

Behind the Scenes: The beautiful chaos of being a “fairy dad” to 3 girls, managing a mini-zoo (4 chickens, 3 dogs, 14 fish), and surviving childhood without Drink-O-Pop.

Empower My Family Segment: Rizaan drops knowledge on how AI is transforming environmental conservation.

Real Talk: A candid check-in on inclusivity and representing the diverse coloured community in South Africa.

Play Along: We also bring back the nostalgia with talk about Virtual DJ and Fruityloops, and play a round of “Say Ma Now”!

Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the minds of the industry’s best creators!

#podcast


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I Promise, I’m not a Drake Fan! #iceman


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hAy I

🎥 @ryguysa


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Every now and then, I create just for the sake of creating.

I call it, "Creative Exploration into the Art Abyss"

No Brief. No Direction. Just headphones on, Brain on free flow, and lets see where this goes!


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Ku areba raku ari 🥫
(After hardship comes ease)


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Ku areba raku ari 🥫
(After hardship comes ease)


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Ku areba raku ari 🥫
(After hardship comes ease)


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Ku areba raku ari 🥫
(After hardship comes ease)


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COPY & PASTE RY - The Movie!!
Coming out soon...


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Waiting for Client Feedback after you just got the PERFECT shot...


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We are what we repeatedly do.
Fake AI video content, then, is not an act, but a habit!

#AI #AIArt #StableDiffusion #stablediffusionart


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Thats a Vitaman C Explosion!!! @sirfruit_


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