BIOGRAPHY

Reilly McHugh is a young photographer and filmmaker from New Jersey. She graduated summa cum laude from Montclair State University in 2023 with a BFA in Filmmaking and a minor in Classics. During her time at Montclair, Reilly volunteered on student sets as a director, cinematographer, editor, script supervisor, or photographer. She also served as the secretary of the Zeta chapter of Lambda Phi Eta (the National Communications Honor Society), and was awarded the Newman Award for Film as a senior. Her thesis project, Tangerine Drum Machine, was recognized as an official selection of both the Montclair and New Hope Film Festivals, winning Best Student Film and the Audience Choice Award at the latter.

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Reilly spent several years working at a photography studio while continuing to add to her portfolio on film sets, most notably for Coca Cola Refreshing Films in early 2024. She is currently a freelance photographer specializing in portraits, both posed and candid, but capable and interested in all types of photography. Over the past year, Reilly has shot for numerous clients, including graduates, families, couples, newlyweds, film directors, singers, and producers. Her goals include expanding her photography business, collaborating with other creative-minded people, and continuing to create art and tell stories. In her free time, Reilly loves to read (her favorite book is Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express), listen to music, and spend time with her family.