Stephen Byrne- Producer/Editor
Mad Dog Productions was established in 2004 by filmmaker Stephen Byrne, an experienced producer and editor with over two decades in the creative and film industry. The company has gained recognition for producing a wide range of high-quality content, including award-winning short films, promotional videos, corporate projects, and actors’ showreels.
Stephen’s short films have earned numerous accolades, including Jack's Hat, a period drama set during the 1916 Easter Rising, which was broadcast on Ireland’s national television channel, RTÉ, as part of the programming for the centenary celebrations.
Most recently, Stephen directed and edited the company’s debut music video for his brother’s song, Mary. The video has received international recognition, earning Honourable Mention Awards at multiple European festivals and a nomination for Best Music Video at the prestigious Rome Independent Prisma Awards.
In 2007, Stephen founded the Waterford International Film Festival, which has grown into a dynamic platform for filmmakers and artists. The annual festival showcases a diverse range of short films, photography, and screenwriting competitions, attracting audiences from Ireland and beyond.
In addition to his work with Mad Dog Productions, Stephen collaborates with industry professionals, serving as the Festival Programmer for the Dublin Arabic Film Festival in collaboration with Zahara Moufid of Jim Sheridan’s Hell’s Kitchen. He also contributes to the arts as an Expert Panelist for Culture Ireland, evaluating applications from artists and arts organizations.
At Mad Dog Productions, we are passionate about storytelling and committed to delivering exceptional results for every project. Whether you’re looking to create a promotional video, a short film, or a professional showreel, we offer a friendly, professional service tailored to your needs at competitive rates.
Stephen’s short films have earned numerous accolades, including Jack's Hat, a period drama set during the 1916 Easter Rising, which was broadcast on Ireland’s national television channel, RTÉ, as part of the programming for the centenary celebrations.
Most recently, Stephen directed and edited the company’s debut music video for his brother’s song, Mary. The video has received international recognition, earning Honourable Mention Awards at multiple European festivals and a nomination for Best Music Video at the prestigious Rome Independent Prisma Awards.
In 2007, Stephen founded the Waterford International Film Festival, which has grown into a dynamic platform for filmmakers and artists. The annual festival showcases a diverse range of short films, photography, and screenwriting competitions, attracting audiences from Ireland and beyond.
In addition to his work with Mad Dog Productions, Stephen collaborates with industry professionals, serving as the Festival Programmer for the Dublin Arabic Film Festival in collaboration with Zahara Moufid of Jim Sheridan’s Hell’s Kitchen. He also contributes to the arts as an Expert Panelist for Culture Ireland, evaluating applications from artists and arts organizations.
At Mad Dog Productions, we are passionate about storytelling and committed to delivering exceptional results for every project. Whether you’re looking to create a promotional video, a short film, or a professional showreel, we offer a friendly, professional service tailored to your needs at competitive rates.
