Ryan Clarke is an Albuquerque-based screenwriter and playwright whose work blends dark comedy, social satire, and intimate character drama. Across a portfolio of more than 20 feature screenplays, his stories follow deeply flawed people pushed into impossible situations, finding humor, tension, and humanity in characters who are entirely in over their heads.
Selected Screenwriting Recognition
In 2026, Ryan's screenplays earned approximately 50 awards and competition placements across multiple genres, including:
PAGE International Screenwriting Awards: Silver Prize in Comedy (#FightForNoah) and Finalist (AURA).
Austin Film Festival: Drama Feature Semifinalist (A Walking Shadow) and ten Second Rounder placements.
Fade In Awards: Comedy Grand Prize Winner (#FightForNoah).
Outstanding Screenplays TV Pilot Competition: Grand Prize Winner (The High Priest).
2026 ISA Table Read My Screenplay, Cannes: Top 10 Finalist (A Walking Shadow).
Playwriting
Ryan is a three-time winner of FUSION Theatre Company's short works festival, The SEVEN (2024, 2025, and 2026).
His stage adaptation of A Walking Shadow was also selected for The Road Theatre Company's 17th Summer Playwrights Festival.
Recent Recognition
2026 has been a breakthrough year for Ryan Clarke with recognition from PAGE Awards, Austin Film Festival, Fade In, Final Draft's Big Break, ISA, Finish Line, The Road Theatre Company in North Hollywood, FUSION Theatre, and many more!
Ryan Joins Independent Writers’ Caucus
In October 2026, Ryan was accepted into the Independent Writers’ Caucus, a diverse association of emerging, industry-vetted writers. The member-built organization brings together professional, motivated storytellers and creates opportunities for its collective membership. Ryan is proud to join a community committed to helping writers and their work reach the industry.
