"I worked with Ryan for two and a half years at 12News and I could not have run our marketing department without his formidable and diverse talents. Ryan is a strategic thinker whose input on our station rebrand was key to its success, resulting in substantial station ratings growth and a vastly improved department culture. His many creative abilities - whether guiding our producers to make their marketing pieces stronger, or as a hands-on director, photog, producer, designer or writer, was integral to making the12News marketing department the best in the Valley. He also managed the many logistical challenges of running a busy department, resulting in a highly efficient operation. Ryan is a must-have for any marketing team, agency, production company or other creative entity needing a sharp strategic and creative mind who can get the job done by leading, doing, and guiding."
Howard Borim - 12News Marketing Director
"Ryan is a tireless and creative worker who is one of the best Marketing people I’ve ever worked with. Give him a project and he will run with it and turn it into a promo or spot that is on brand and memorable. He is always willing to help whether on a day off or after hours. I would absolutely hire Ryan if you are looking for grade A work and effort."
Jeffery Schneider - 12News Executive Sports Producer
I had the pleasure of working with Ryan O'Connell, and I can confidently say that he is an outstanding asset to any team. Ryan is a rare combination of creativity, dedication, and technical skill. He is not only easygoing and a joy to work with, but he also brings humor and enthusiasm to every project. Ryan consistently produced exceptional work, including contributing to an Emmy-award-winning marketing campaign, creating on-screen graphics for Phoenix Rising Football Club and Arizona Quizbowl from scratch, and always finding ways to enhance our projects by learning new programs and identifying innovative plugins. What sets Ryan apart is his ability to take direction and execute flawlessly while still offering thoughtful, respectful feedback when he feels passionate about an idea. He’s always looking for ways to elevate the work he produces, making him an invaluable part of any creative team. I would highly recommend Ryan for any role that demands both technical expertise and a strong creative vision.
Amy Was - Creative Director
" Ryan was a great asset in our team at channel 12! His graphics were always top notch and he had a lot to teach. He was always very pleasant to work with and had some great ideas to put on the table! I would work with Ryan again in heartbeat and he would be a great addition to any marketing team or creative agency."
Ryan Bengford - Promotions Producer