Claire Frances Byrne, is an Irish writer, director. and editor. Her award winning short films include SISTER THIS supported by Screen Ireland, which emerged as a standout, earning a nomination for a 2020 IFTA and premiering at the prestigious Dublin International Film Festival. In the same year Claire was awarded the DIFF Discovery Award. 
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Claire Frances Byrne, is an Irish writer, director. and editor. Her award winning short films include SISTER THIS supported by Screen Ireland, which emerged as a standout, earning a nomination for a 2020 IFTA and premiering at the prestigious Dublin International Film Festival. In the same year Claire was awarded the DIFF Discovery Award. 

Claire's debut feature film, READY OR NOT commenced production during the summer of 2023. Supported by Screen Ireland, Bankside, RTE and Article1, written by Lynn Ruane and spearheaded by producer Ruth Coady for Gaze Pictures, the film is currently in post production. 

Claire serves as writer and director on her next project, DAUGHTERHOOD, produced by Keeper Pictures. This venture underscores Claire's commitment to telling compelling female narratives from a tender and intimate perspective.

Having worked as an editor and served as director of a production company since 2016, Claire brings a multifaceted skill set to her projects. Furthermore, Claire's dedication to the craft has earned her membership in BAFTA Connect since 2023.

Editing credits for broadcast TV include; GoggleBox Ireland, Operation Transformation, RTÉ Ploughing Live, The Restaurant and many more prime time shows.  Read Less