Ray Mamrak is a multifaceted creative professional, boasting a diverse range of skills and accomplishments within the entertainment industry. As a union and guild affiliated writer, director, and occasional actor, he has made a name for himself as one of the most active producers in the North Eastern United States, as recognized by The Screen Actors Guild in 2013.
Ray's passion for filmmaking began at a young age, when he would create live-action and stop-motion films using a Kodak Super8 camera, showcasing his work to family and friends. His love for the craft was cemented after working as a background actor on the set of Eddie And The Cruisers during his freshman year of high school.
Following his stint in the United States Army, Ray pursued his education in filmmaking, attending various colleges, universities, and private schools. He has since taught at some of these institutions, imparting his knowledge to the next generation of filmmakers. After completing his formal education, Ray dove headfirst into the entertainment industry, working for different studios, networks, and independent film outfits in any capacity he could.
Ray's dedication to learning and growth is evident in his philosophy, "I wanted to learn it all. I studied films. Watching the great ones over and over to see what made them great. And watching the bad ones to see what made them bad. How can someone be a great filmmaker and performer if they don't understand all the facets of the business. A business that is who they are?" He continues to learn and grow to this day, with a desire to remain a student of the craft until the end of his career.
Throughout his career, Ray has worked in various capacities, including writer, director, producer, editor, actor, stuntman, and costume designer. He has also founded his own production companies, such as Automatic Art Pictures and KMR Entertainment, where he brings his knowledge and experience to the forefront. Additionally, he was a co-owner of The Broadway Acting School, where he taught the Miesner Technique to students, many of whom he still collaborates with today.
