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Our Story

Media That
Drives Results.

Nova Coast Media is a San Diego-based photo, video, and marketing company. We help real estate agents, hotels and resorts, commercial clients, and brands look exceptional and generate real business.

Rick Ryan, Founder of Nova Coast Media, San Diego photographer
The Founder

Rick Ryan
Lead Photographer

Great media changes how a property is perceived, and perception drives results. Every listing, every hotel, every commercial brand deserves photography and video that makes people stop and act.

"I kept seeing incredible properties marketed with photography that did them no justice. Agents were losing deals they should have won."

Based in San Diego, Rick leads every production personally — FAA certified, MLS compliant, and equally at home shooting a luxury listing, a hotel lobby, or a commercial brand. Beyond the shoot, Nova Coast also handles social media and lead generation. One team, every deliverable.

24hr Photo Delivery
5.0 ★ Google Rating
FAA Certified Drone
MLS Compliant Media
Our Services

Everything We
Do For You

01

Real Estate Media

Photography, drone, twilight, and cinematic video for listings. Photos delivered in 24 hours, MLS-ready, every time.

02

Hotels & Resorts

Cinematic photo and video that captures atmosphere, elevates your brand, and drives direct bookings.

03

Commercial & Brands

High-end photography and video for contractors, developers, restaurants, and commercial clients who need content that converts.

04

Social Media Creation

We create content built for social. Reels, carousels, static posts, and stories designed to stop the scroll and represent your brand.

05

Social Media Management

Full-service management for agents and brands. Strategy, posting, captions, hashtags, and growth handled for you every month.

06

Lead Generation

Paid ads and organic funnels built to bring in real buyers, renters, and clients. Strategy and execution handled in-house.

The Team

Small Team.
High Standards.

A focused crew dedicated to consistent quality, fast delivery, and communication that keeps you in the loop.

Rick Ryan, Founder and Lead Photographer at Nova Coast Media

Rick Ryan

Founder & Lead Photographer

Leads every production personally across real estate, hotels and resorts, and commercial clients. FAA certified, MLS compliant, and hands-on from shoot to delivery.

Mary P., Social Media Manager at Nova Coast Media

Mary P.

Social Media Manager

Manages social media strategy, content creation, and lead generation campaigns for agents and brands. Turns photo and video into marketing that drives real inquiries.

Google Reviews

Trusted by Clients

Consistent. On time. High-end presentation.

 5.0  ·  32 Reviews
Service Areas

Where We Shoot

Based in San Diego, serving all of San Diego County, Greater Los Angeles, and Orange County. Available for destination projects worldwide.

San Diego County

La Jolla Del Mar Coronado Rancho Santa Fe Encinitas Downtown San Diego Pacific Beach Point Loma
Mission Valley Mission Beach Carlsbad Oceanside Solana Beach Carmel Valley UTC Sorrento Valley Scripps Ranch Rancho Bernardo 4S Ranch Poway North Park Hillcrest Kensington Normal Heights La Mesa El Cajon Chula Vista Eastlake National City Santee

Los Angeles County

Beverly Hills Malibu Bel Air Pacific Palisades Calabasas Santa Monica Pasadena Manhattan Beach
Brentwood Hidden Hills West Hollywood Hollywood Hills Studio City Sherman Oaks Encino Woodland Hills Venice Culver City Los Feliz Silver Lake Glendale Burbank San Marino Arcadia Hermosa Beach Redondo Beach Long Beach El Segundo Torrance

Orange County

Newport Beach Laguna Beach Corona del Mar Newport Coast Irvine Huntington Beach
Dana Point San Clemente Laguna Niguel Aliso Viejo Mission Viejo Coto de Caza San Juan Capistrano Rancho Santa Margarita Crystal Cove Yorba Linda Anaheim Hills Fullerton Brea Costa Mesa

Ready to Work
Together?

Photo, video, social media, or lead generation. Book a shoot online or get in touch and we will put together the right plan for you.