Wes Pryor is comfortable on both sides of the camera, having acted in movies, commercials and theater productions on Broadway in New York City. With a diverse background of skills, including professional drumming and tour management, Wes offers a unique environment for every Reel Cool Films project under his direction.

"I enjoy creative collaboration and turning a great idea into a reality."


Not many people have the abundant energy level that Wes brings to the table. By relating well to an actor and helping flesh out a character, he has the ability to create a comfort zone that lets the actor try his own approach. Wes is well prepared with all aspects of a project and he listens to an actor's input, leaving room for spontaneity, which is one of his favorite things to capture on film.

As a professional drummer since age 10, Wes loves to work on music videos. The downbeat of a cymbal crash, a guitar riff or low bass note placed with the right edit keeps the viewer's interest riveted and stirs emotions. Having entertained audiences for years, Wes has a knowledge of what goes into a live show and he brings that timing into the process of making films.

"Whether I'm working on narrative films, documentaries or music videos, I believe it helps to have experience in the world of live performance and relating to an audience. As I look through the camera, I'm looking for the feeling of connection to that audience. I can tell when it works and it has passion."

Wes has been influenced by directors such as Alfred Hitchcock, Martin Scorsese and Jonathan Demme to name a few. As the film industry evolves, Wes has evolved with it, being flexible enough to adapt to the unexpected. He hears the beat of a different drummer and is already known as an actor's director.

"I see the screen as a canvas and I use film to paint moving pictures. The actors provide depth and color. For me, it's a fulfilling way to tell a story and express myself as an artist."