We Are a Young & Creative
Video Production Company
The idea of Realm Rift Productions initially sparked in 2023 by Erin Morell along with a group of friends, stemming from their love of creating entertainment media. The company was then registered as a Limited Liability Company in February of 2026.
The motto "Fantasy Forged" came from the interest of the group to make pop culture cosplay and replica prop content on Instagram under an account called Fantasy Forge. Once the group pivoted to filmmaking and video game content, it was determined that the new name "Realm Rift" would represent breaking boundaries and traveling across "realms" of content. Fond memories for the origins of Realm Rift Productions remained, so "Fantasy Forged" became its motto, promising to create passion projects from the fantasies of creative minds.
Realm Rift Prouctions LLC has a determined perspective on storytelling, prioritizing innovative budget solutions to filmmaking's biggest hurdles. As a company starting from nothing but passion, the individuals involved come from a variety of backgrounds including engineering, film, animation, and business. This has led to experimental solutions within the entertainment space for Realm Rift Production's specialized needs.
Moving forward, Realm Rift Productions LLC will heavily place focus on commission social media work, filmmaking, and giving voices to those with a story to tell.
"The goal of Realm Rift is to give those that want to entertain a platform to do so in the way they see fit. Though just starting out in our journey, we have big plans to be a hub of media, producing content of all forms."
-Erin Morell
Founder
Pre-Production
We work closely with our clients to bring their vision to life, providing detailed planning, resource management, and creative direction every step of the way.
What We Do
Production
We handle everything on set, from directing and filming to managing crew members, equipment, and talent. Whether it's a short film, commercial, or digital content, we focus on delivering the vision we’ve developed in pre-production, while adapting to any challenges that arise.
Post-Production
From editing and color grading to sound mixing and adding visual effects, we ensure that each detail aligns with the creative vision. We also handle the final stages of mastering, ensuring the project is ready for distribution across various platforms.
Sam Early
Client Manager
Born and raised in the Youngstown area, Sam always had a passion for making connections with people. His love for the arts from a young age gave him the opportunity to meet people who shared the need to create, utilizing their unique talents.
While Sam enjoys his time on stage or in front of the camera, he finds fulfillment from searching for partnership opportunities and new client connections. Sam is driven by the saying "every opportunity is a business opportunity if you view it the right way" and finds that the best people worth doing business with are those that you have formed a bond with.
Sam's main goal in addition to gaining experience and clientelle is to give back to Realm Rift for the chance he has been given to express himself in a productive and creative way. His love for this business and the partners he has knows no bounds.
Meet the Team
Erin Morell
Owner & Operations Manager
Originally from Youngstown, Ohio, Erin developed a love for filmmaking in high school when she took a multimedia class that focused heavily on video editing. With a background in performing arts, the integration of screen acting with stage acting and dance came naturally, and she continued to perform throughout college.
During this time, Erin met a group of theater performers who quickly became a closeknit assembly with their hearts set on making a positive in whatever they were involved in. Their passion for the arts was palpable, and together they shared their dreams of streaming video games, making podcasts, producing movies, and much more. This group was what Erin needed to get started. She purchased her first production camera and finished the script for a short film that she had been writing for a while. Finally, the group produced their first short film "Written" with as much of a crew as they could get.
Throughout the experience, the team learned how they worked together and how to refine their processes, and after filming began for their next project, Erin made the jump to form an LLC out of Realm Rift Productions. Though Erin earned a degree in engineering, she continues to put purpose into her passions and has curated a team with the goal of creating media that they love.
Mike Allenbaugh
Technical Specialist
Mike grew up in Western Pennsylvania, and his passion for film began in high school. Since then, he has worked to improve his skills with technology surrounding the industry.
Mike's most notable accomplishments aside from a mastery of many computer-related applications include his 3D design and printing business, Mikey Makes, and, more recently, his Drone Operator's License. Mike is also a talented writer, having written multiple screenplays and short stories.
Mike has and continues to work with local theaters for special effects, on-stage technology, and props. His love for performance art and production has fostered many creative relationships, and he looks forward to continuing his journey with Realm Rift.
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