Born and raised in Newport Beach, Robert Rollins grew up surrounded by the ocean and developed a passion for sailing and aquatic sports. His artistic talents were recognized early on, garnering him the Bank of America Achievement Award and the Lido Marina Village Newport Art Commission while attending Newport Harbor High School. After being accepted to California Institute of the Arts based on his impressive portfolio, Robert began to explore different avenues of his artistic abilities under the guidance of mentor Rudi Fehr.
Since graduating from CalArts, Robert has directed several short films and worked on various freelance assignments, showcasing his skills in directing, writing, producing, editing, visual effects, and graphic design. His work has been featured in publications such as the LA TIMES and the RESTORE HETCH HETCHY newsletter. Notably, his short films have been recognized at prestigious festivals and awarded accolades, including the Telly Award for his segment KNIGHTFALL from the science fiction anthology feature film DREAM COUNTRY.
Currently, Robert is immersed in post-production for his second feature film, a documentary titled THE FRIENDSHIP, which follows the inspiring story of his grandfather and father building a sailboat and racing it across the Pacific Ocean. With a diverse filmography that includes shorts, commercials, music videos, and documentaries, Robert's work reflects his passion for storytelling and visual artistry. Fans of his unique and captivating style can now purchase prints of his photography to adorn their home or office walls, bringing a touch of creativity and inspiration into their spaces.