Ryan Phillips is a seasoned writer and content creator known for crafting engaging, thoughtful, and sharply comedic work. With experience across digital media, television, and education, Ryan brings energy and originality to every project—whether developing creative pieces, ghostwriting for industry leaders and platforms, or producing compelling educational resources.

Key Writing & Creative Highlights

Sketch Comedy and Creative Writing

  • Co-Writer, Punny People | The PIT—co-wrote Punny People, an original sketch comedy show performed by the sketch team Super Thirst Trap at the People’s Improv Theater

    Featured Sketches from Punny People

  • Super Thirst Trap (Sketch Group)  — IG

  • Comedy Punch-Up Writer / Script Consultant—provided comedic punch-up, dialogue refinement, and structural edits for multiple short films and digital sketches.

  • Actor, for UCB’s 301 showcases

Education

  • UCLA Late Night Writing Program—completed certificate program in late-night comedy writing.

  • Upright Citizens Brigade Training

    • Sketch 101 • Sketch 201 • Sketch 301 • Late-Night Writing

  • Brown University — B.A., Theatre Arts

Content Creation & Digital Media

  • Freelance Writer:

    • Created dynamic, widely-read articles and blog posts featured on platforms like Forbes.com, Monster.com, and The Conference Board.

    • Specialized in bringing voice and authenticity to brands across diverse industries.

  • Park Slope Food Coop:

    • Authored and coordinated member communications and critical health messaging during the pandemic.

Educational Writing and Research

  • Office of the Public Advocate, NYC:

    • Authored a special education operations manual for NYC public school teachers, a foundational resource for educators.

  • American Academy of Arts & Sciences:

    • Researched and co-wrote “The Role of Technology in Educational Expansion,” a significant academic contribution.

  • Interactive Therapy Group & Charter School Excellence:

    • Created content and professional development materials for educators in NYC charter schools.

Music and Creative Expression

  • Singer-Songwriter (Present): Channeling creative energy into original music, showcasing an ability to blend narrative storytelling with melody.

Special Skills

  • Research and content Strategy

  • Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft Suite

  • Logic Pro for music production

  • Marathon running (because creativity requires endurance!)