Ryan Cassell is the founder and creative director of Castle Light Productions, a Chicago-based production house rooted in cinematic visual storytelling. At his core, Cassell is a creator driven by the belief that every project, regardless of scale, deserves a clear narrative and emotional intention.

With a background spanning filming, editing, audio engineering, and high-end post-production, Cassell brings a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to every stage of the process. He works with clients ranging from large-scale events and music festivals to tourism, nonprofit, and educational organizations, as well as major brands including Sony, Webber Gill, and United Airlines.

In addition to leading projects personally, Cassell has built a trusted network of top-tier freelance cinematographers, editors, audio engineers, and production specialists. This allows Castle Light Productions to scale seamlessly by assembling the right creative team for each project while maintaining a consistent visual language, workflow, and level of quality.

Cassell’s attention to detail and instinct for story are why clients trust his creative vision from pre-production through final delivery. His work has supported major events such as Coachella, the Latin GRAMMYs, and Bonnaroo, and his footage is featured in the documentary Pooh, which follows NBA star Derrick Rose.

Whether capturing live moments or crafting brand narratives, Cassell approaches every project with the same goal: to create work that feels intentional, cinematic, and lasting.