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Just when you thought Pride was about to be over, a gay comedy short film trailer drops like a surprise Lady Gaga album. You’re welcome. 🌈

I had the absolute pleasure of directing @thenewgardenershort, a queer comedy short starring @guybranum @johnnysibilly and @_carsn_. We’ve been working on this since last year, and I’m so excited to release this trailer to you all!

So grateful I got to make this hilarious short with an incredibly talented cast and crew who brought every moment to life with heart, humor, and perfect timing. And so thankful for the writer/producer, @hjpfour, of The New Gardener for trusting in me to direct this! Lastly, filming in Palm Springs was a dream (even if we were sweating profusely every time we were outside).

I’m so proud of what we made and hoping it finds a home on the festival circuit soon. Preferably one with cool weather and strong cocktails.

#TheNewGardener #GayShortFilm #ComedyShort #PalmSprings #PrideNeverEnds #FilmFestivalSeason

Here is my new Director’s Reel for Music Videos! Let’s make some art together this year!

Also, a huge thanks to all the artists and crew I’ve gotten to work with over the years.

#ryanparma #director #directorsreel #showreel #musicvideos

Lights, camera, action! I'm so excited for this new year and can't wait to see what wild and crazy ideas I get to direct! Who's ready to make some movie magic with me? #Director #Gratitude #NewYear #FilmLife #Filmmaker

📸: @maxwellpoth (thank you so much for the new portraits! ❤️)

Lights, camera, action! I'm so excited for this new year and can't wait to see what wild and crazy ideas I get to direct! Who's ready to make some movie magic with me? #Director #Gratitude #NewYear #FilmLife #Filmmaker

📸: @maxwellpoth (thank you so much for the new portraits! ❤️)

VOGUE

Movement & Creative : @jhudmoves
Direction & Film : @ryanparma
Additional Dancers :
@itsaquintonthing
@markdaftari
@billymustapha
@parkerwiess_

Inspiration by @madonna @tdwp2
Shot at @tmillystudio

#vogue #madonna #thedevilwearsprada2 #dance #movement

I think this might be my favorite @forteacappella video yet…

We got to go full narrative, full spy movie, full chaos in story and characters. We had the best time building the world in their high school and at a laser tag location, creating spy tech VFX, and making this feel like a mini film instead of just a music video.

I could not have done it without the incredible team on this - my creative director @theonlyshamsyouknow and Forte group director @kellykorpusik. I always have the best time working with you too and can’t believe how we continue to create bigger and better things each year. I also want to give a huge shout out to our gaffer @gaff_fieri who helped elevate this music video with its lighting and colors and bringing the cinematic feel. And lastly, so inspired by all the kids of Forte. Their talent and professionalism on these shoots is incredibly amazing to witness and work with.

So proud of this one and hope you all enjoy!

“Survivor” by @destinyschild covered by @forteacappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga forteacappella

I think this might be my favorite @forteacappella video yet…

We got to go full narrative, full spy movie, full chaos in story and characters. We had the best time building the world in their high school and at a laser tag location, creating spy tech VFX, and making this feel like a mini film instead of just a music video.

I could not have done it without the incredible team on this - my creative director @theonlyshamsyouknow and Forte group director @kellykorpusik. I always have the best time working with you too and can’t believe how we continue to create bigger and better things each year. I also want to give a huge shout out to our gaffer @gaff_fieri who helped elevate this music video with its lighting and colors and bringing the cinematic feel. And lastly, so inspired by all the kids of Forte. Their talent and professionalism on these shoots is incredibly amazing to witness and work with.

So proud of this one and hope you all enjoy!

“Survivor” by @destinyschild covered by @forteacappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga forteacappella

I think this might be my favorite @forteacappella video yet…

We got to go full narrative, full spy movie, full chaos in story and characters. We had the best time building the world in their high school and at a laser tag location, creating spy tech VFX, and making this feel like a mini film instead of just a music video.

I could not have done it without the incredible team on this - my creative director @theonlyshamsyouknow and Forte group director @kellykorpusik. I always have the best time working with you too and can’t believe how we continue to create bigger and better things each year. I also want to give a huge shout out to our gaffer @gaff_fieri who helped elevate this music video with its lighting and colors and bringing the cinematic feel. And lastly, so inspired by all the kids of Forte. Their talent and professionalism on these shoots is incredibly amazing to witness and work with.

So proud of this one and hope you all enjoy!

“Survivor” by @destinyschild covered by @forteacappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga forteacappella

I think this might be my favorite @forteacappella video yet…

We got to go full narrative, full spy movie, full chaos in story and characters. We had the best time building the world in their high school and at a laser tag location, creating spy tech VFX, and making this feel like a mini film instead of just a music video.

I could not have done it without the incredible team on this - my creative director @theonlyshamsyouknow and Forte group director @kellykorpusik. I always have the best time working with you too and can’t believe how we continue to create bigger and better things each year. I also want to give a huge shout out to our gaffer @gaff_fieri who helped elevate this music video with its lighting and colors and bringing the cinematic feel. And lastly, so inspired by all the kids of Forte. Their talent and professionalism on these shoots is incredibly amazing to witness and work with.

So proud of this one and hope you all enjoy!

“Survivor” by @destinyschild covered by @forteacappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga forteacappella

I think this might be my favorite @forteacappella video yet…

We got to go full narrative, full spy movie, full chaos in story and characters. We had the best time building the world in their high school and at a laser tag location, creating spy tech VFX, and making this feel like a mini film instead of just a music video.

I could not have done it without the incredible team on this - my creative director @theonlyshamsyouknow and Forte group director @kellykorpusik. I always have the best time working with you too and can’t believe how we continue to create bigger and better things each year. I also want to give a huge shout out to our gaffer @gaff_fieri who helped elevate this music video with its lighting and colors and bringing the cinematic feel. And lastly, so inspired by all the kids of Forte. Their talent and professionalism on these shoots is incredibly amazing to witness and work with.

So proud of this one and hope you all enjoy!

“Survivor” by @destinyschild covered by @forteacappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga forteacappella

I think this might be my favorite @forteacappella video yet…

We got to go full narrative, full spy movie, full chaos in story and characters. We had the best time building the world in their high school and at a laser tag location, creating spy tech VFX, and making this feel like a mini film instead of just a music video.

I could not have done it without the incredible team on this - my creative director @theonlyshamsyouknow and Forte group director @kellykorpusik. I always have the best time working with you too and can’t believe how we continue to create bigger and better things each year. I also want to give a huge shout out to our gaffer @gaff_fieri who helped elevate this music video with its lighting and colors and bringing the cinematic feel. And lastly, so inspired by all the kids of Forte. Their talent and professionalism on these shoots is incredibly amazing to witness and work with.

So proud of this one and hope you all enjoy!

“Survivor” by @destinyschild covered by @forteacappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga forteacappella

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

So grateful to have been part of the @ladirectorslab Stunt Workshop.

Spent the past few days learning more about directing action, collaborating with incredibly talented cast and crew, and getting to practice my craft through this workshop. Loved working with my stunt coordinator @johntieng and my DP @diegomadrigaldp as well as my two actors @flylaura and @sebascintron.

What made it even more special was getting to be surrounded by such a supportive community of directors who were all there to learn, experiment, and lift each other up. Experiences like this remind me why I love filmmaking so much and how important community is within our field.

Huge thank you to @latinadirector, Pam, for organizing such an incredible workshop and bringing together such a great group of filmmakers.

Now it’s time to dive into the edit and get the scene ready for the workshop screening. 🎬💥

Time to dance! "The New Gardener" is the winner of Best Gay Film at the 2026 Colors of Love Queer Film Festival in India: a country that certainly knows a thing or two about color! ❤️🧡💛💚💙

It’s been a while since I’ve worked on a dance concept video, but when the creative genius that is @ztato calls and asks you to collaborate, the answer was simple - YES! And what a breath of fresh air this collab has been.

Still in awe of getting to be in this room full of artists leaving everything on the floor. A massive shoutout to all the dancers who danced their asses off in heels. The strength, control, and confidence that takes is no joke.

Thank you Zoï for bringing me onto this project. You truly have a one of kind mind 👏💫👠

“Angel Vector”
Track by: @eliosheyack
Created/Choreographed by: @ztato
Filmed/Edited/Colored by: @ryanparma
Choreo Assistant: @mkeenan9

Dancers:
@officially_andres
@gavinmorales1
@alonzo_dockk
@thiagopacheco__
@bryancabbb
@noah.roudreiw
@noahalexross
@donnycollinson
@dominickeider
@devin.waxman
@nathan_quiroz
@braylonbrowner
@andrewdnash
@joeythedancer
@calebabea
@bradyyrowan

So excited the first of three @forteacappella videos that I directed is out! We went for drama and glamour for our concept work this video. Every year I feel so fortunate and blessed to get to direct this videos with an amazing team and incredibly talented kids.

“Applause” by @ladygaga covered by Forte A Cappella
Directed by: @ryanparma
Creative Direction by: @theonlyshamsyouknow
Producers: @theonlyshamsyouknow @kellykorpusik @natalieeeedipietro @durstmea
Gaffer: @gaff_fieri
Lighting Design by: @briankentmorgan
HMU: @_l3mon._boy_ @caraofficial__ @natalieeeedipietro @faith_does_hair

#musicvideo #acappella #applause #ladygaga #forteacappella

My new video “My Gift” featuring @tajofficial16 is out now. Directed by @ryanparma
Watch it on YouTube and right here on my Instagram.
Please like, comment, share, and run it up.
Download, stream, and share My Gift everywhere you listen to music

Back for round two in @unrealengine with @taboo and his daughter Jett for their song “Quickatoo.” For this one, I wanted to expand upon the word I created for them by rendering a stylized East Los Angeles map with character-filled illustrations of city attractions, and put it across the building’s facade. From there, I thought it would be fun for them to jump in and out of map/building facade as a nod to one of my favorite children’s tv shows thabhad a playful little dog 🐶 😉

Still crazy to think I only started learning unreal engine this year. Huge thank you to @krissylucks and Taboo for bringing me back for this video. Hope y’all enjoy it!

#unrealengine #tabooandjett #quickatoo #musicvideo

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!

November came and went so fast! The memories created during my birthday month were so special, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing moments, good friends, and adventures personally and professionally. Thanks to everyone who made it a fun one!