Aaron David Roberts

"All I know is I'm losing sleep at the thought of what my life could be...through thick and thin I'm hanging around, screaming at the universe, I'm ready now." I wrote those lyrics in December of 2020 as I felt like time was slipping away from me to accomplish a litany of my wildest dreams. But 2024 felt like the year things finally got back on track. @risingtidescreative continues to have immense growth, more than doubling our revenue for the third year in a row. I sold and released my first series earlier this spring, a 4 part docuseries following @frankturner , one of my absolute favorite musicians, around the country. Our multi-year passion project @stageleft is finally getting the attention and interest from the industry it deserves, and will have exciting news to share in 2025. After working on re-entering the music space for 4 years, @thewastinglight finally released our debut album and played a packed local show with some of my closets friends @andrewbarrack and @thenakedimusic And after over a decade of hatching, working on, and relentlessly dreaming of building the infrastructure San Diego needs to grow a legitimate film industry, @chulavistaec is off to the races in 2025 with an incredible opportunity and support. Growth can be very hard to recognize in yourself. Day in and day out, dealing with failures and the ups and downs of life can make it almost impossible to see progress both personally and professionally. But the young teenage me who was incredibly naive about the difficulties and reality of everything he wanted to accomplish in life would look at the almost 31 year old me with pride - mainly because I kept fucking going. There are so many people in my life to thank for this incredible year - everyone who has helped out at the agency (@tengaldo @brandonjworley @andrewbarrack @thomascubed @kyleandsomenumbers @shawnpwalchef @bbqhunk @calibbqmedia @pfluegs @youdontknowjac @kykenyon ) with my music (@stereosean @jcmachadomusic @christiandiormurphy @elijahgrichardson @gonzalez.maria.teresa @taracc_13 ), on CVEC (@garretteland @keelyyullakemp @ao619 ), and of course my wife @absolutelyawkward ❤️ #2025 #LFG #newyearseve #happynewy

15 year old Aaron would have probably lost his mind if you told him about yesterday - sharing a stage with @frankturner during the Q&A for our docuseries premiere. There's a moment in our doc where Frank comments on how his 15 year old head would have exploded if he had know he would be hanging out with some of his musical heroes on the 50/50 tour, people who are now his peers. And the 15 year old kid who watched an English Folk/Punk singer destroy a crowd opening for @socialdistortion and is now 30 still has moments of extreme gratitude and disbelief. Frank's music spoke to me in such a unique way. He's one of the most honest songwriters I have ever heard. And the song on this post was an anthem I'd scream sing in the car on repeat. "If ever I stray from the path I follow, Take me down to the English Channel, Throw me in where the water is shallow, And drag me on back to shore." I've been working my ass off building the life and career I want to have the last decade, and to have this project be the first one I have ever officially sold will always mean so much to me. Seems perfect, actually. And to be considered a friend and peer by someone who was one of my musical heroes and inspirations to not only pick up a guitar and start writing, but more importantly, follow my dreams and passions relentlessly. Thanks for the opportunity Frank, it's been an absolute pleasure, and I am so thankful to be a part of the Xtra Mile family and call you all friends. 7 Continents in 7 days next? 😉 And go watch episodes 1 & 2 on @veeps !!! #50statesin50days #frankturner #frankturnerandthesleepingsouls #documentary #documentaryfilmmaking #documentaryfilm #indiefilm #veeps #music #livemusic #inspiration #gratitude

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🎬 SCORE THIS SCENE – 90 DAY CHALLENGE We stripped the audio. Now it’s your turn to score. You’ve got 90 days to create an original score for this trailer. No shortcuts. No AI. Just your creativity. 🏆 Winner announced: Monday, July 20th, 2026 HOW TO ENTER: - Download the trailer (Link in the bio) - Create an ORIGINAL score (no AI allowed) - Post it on your IG + tag us - Like this post + comment “submitted” We’ll be checking every step to make sure you qualify. ⏰ Deadline: July 19th at 11:59PM PRIZE: 💰 $100 Gift Card to B&H Photo 🏢 1 Month Membership to our Creative Coworking Space (when we open) Let's hear what you’ve got. #FilmComposers #FilmScore #ScoringChallenge #ComposerLife #FilmCommunity #CVEC

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14 years together, 3 years married, and somehow I love you more every single day ❤️ We’ve grown up side by side, built a life full of memories, and created something that feels stronger than I ever could have imagined. You’ve been my constant, my partner, and my favorite person. I love you so much Aaron, Happy Anniversary ❤️

Three years ago today we threw an epic party with all of our friends and family. Three years later, even after being together for 11 years before we were married, I'm amazed at the way our relationship has continued to grow and change. Our lives look a bit different than the people in these photos might have imagined, and in these three years there have been struggles, tough conversations, and relentless commitment to each other that has given us three years of joy, travel, growth, and a real excitement for our future. I love you @absolutely_awkward - happy Anniversary ❤️

We here at CVEC are proud supporters and partners of the @sdcfilminitiative ! Thank you to everyone who came through our space to make this video in support of much needed countywide incentives, a film office and film commision! #sandiegofilm #sdcfi #sandiegofilmmaker #filmincentives

It's @absolutely_awkward 30th birthday today... I am so blessed to have known you almost half your life at this point, and it has been so cool to have grown up with you, and see all the ways you have changed throughout your 20s as you now join us on the other side of the hill 😉. Michon, you are one of the most beautiful beings on the planet. Patient, kind, an amazing companion and my best friend. Looking back on photos from the last 10 years reminds me of how very much we've grown from the literal teenagers we were, through so many changes and struggles in our 20s, and now, as we are both in our 30s, ready to really achieve so many goals and dreams we spent so long working towards. Recently someone was asking me how long we'd been together, and they remarked on how cool it was to have gone through our late teens/20S together.... and how much actual commitment and dedication it takes because of how much you change throughout your 20s. And it had me reflecting on how many times we have had to make the conscious effort and decisions to stay together, work through problems and grow as a couple and individuals. And it made me specifically reflect on how much Michon has made that choice, intentionally, again and again to love me unconditionally. I have big dreams, big plans and a busy life. And it wasn't necessarily a life either of us ever envisioned when we were younger. But without your relentless support for everything I do in my career, rolling with the changing life plans, being the best companion with the busy travel and everything else that comes along with being my partner... I wouldn't be able to be where I am at without you by my side. Happy 30th Michon, I love you so freakin', stinkin' much ❤️❤️❤️

When you get called to make an MLB print ad in 5 days....

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