Writer, producer, and former development executive with 17 years shaping IP, guiding writers, and delivering projects across genres. Started in scripted development at Steve Carell’s Carousel Television before writing and producing on the Emmy-winning Modern Family.…

Ryan Walls

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Writer, producer, and former development executive with 17 years shaping IP, guiding writers, and delivering projects across genres. Started in scripted development at Steve Carell’s Carousel Television before writing and producing on the Emmy-winning Modern Family.…

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Writer, producer, and former development executive with 17 years shaping IP, guiding writers, and delivering projects across genres. Started in scripted development at Steve Carell’s Carousel Television before writing and producing on the Emmy-winning Modern Family.

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Creative Executive at Carousel Television
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Sourced, tracked, and evaluated IP for development under Steve Carell's exclusive NBCUniversal deal; collaborated with agencies, managers, writers, and directors to develop scripts.
Writer / Executive Producer at CBS Television Studios
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Led story development, episode arcs, and character progression on the Emmy-winning Modern Family. Worked closely with writers, directors, production teams, casting, and talent to ensure creative alignment from script through final cut. Delivered actionable notes across departments and collaborated extensively in post to meet broadcast deadlines. Partnered with brands (e.g., Google Home) to integrate high-profile campaigns into narrative.
Writer / Executive Producer at CBS Television Studios
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Sourced and evaluated IP (books, articles, pitches) and collaborated with executives to shape the studio's broader development strategy. Negotiated exclusive overall deal to develop IP-based and original series; pitched and sold scripted series to major studios, networks, and streamers domestically and internationally.
Creator / Executive Producer at Beta Earth
January 1, 2025 - Present
Creator and Executive Producer developing new IP; building hybrid pipelines leveraging GenAI tools.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Fordham University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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