Ryan Saunders

Ryan Saunders has a diverse work experience in various roles related to camera operation, video production, and audio visual technology. Ryan started their career as a Camera Operator and Backup Video Director for Kane County Cougars Baseball in 2018, where they operated live cameras during games and gained experience as a video director. From 2018 to 2022, Saunders also worked as an Audio Visual Technician for Now Arena, assisting with technology and media-based work during events and gaining knowledge of Click Effects. In 2020, they served as a Shop Manager for Just The Details.

Saunders also has experience in video production and broadcasting. Ryan worked as the Head of Video Production and Technical Director for Chicago Steel (USHL) from 2021 to 2022, overseeing video production operations. Ryan was also a Play by Play Broadcaster for the Northern Illinois University D1 Ice Hockey Team from 2021 to 2022.

In addition, Saunders has worked in the television industry. Ryan served as a Steadicam/Jib Operator and A2 Operator for WGN-TV in 2023, and as a Steadicam/Jib Operator for NewsNation in 2023. Prior to this, they worked with the Chicago Cubs as a Camera Shader, Video Production Assistant, and Camera Operator, starting in 2022.

Before transitioning to their current field, Saunders worked as a Customs Entry Writer for Savino Del Bene from 2017 to 2020 and as a PA Announcer and Music Operator for NIU Hockey from 2018 to 2019.

Overall, Ryan Saunders has a diverse background in camera operation, video production, audio visual technology, broadcasting, and management.

Ryan Saunders earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication and Media Studies, with a minor in Journalism, from Northern Illinois University. Ryan completed their degree between 2013 and 2017.