Ellie Ann grew up in the border city of El Paso, TX.  Her undergraduate studies in Austin, TX helped uncover her passion for film making.  In 2009, she moved to Los Angeles to attend the distinguished Cinematography Program at the American Film Institute Conservatory.  During her studies, she wrote and photographed her thesis film "Lucha," to receive her Master's in Fine Arts.  Ellie Ann truly enjoys the creative and collaborative experience of film making.  Her experience and approach enable her to convey tone and mood while capturing fleeting moments to tell ones story.  Her work spans from documentaries, narrative films and commercials to in-house videos for esteemed organizations such as the University of Texas.  Her first feature, "Zero Charisma" will be premiering at the 2013 SxSW Film Festival.