Robbie Countryman facts for kids

Robert "Robbie" Countryman was born in Los Angeles, California. He is an American television director. This means he helps guide actors and crew to create TV shows. He makes sure everything looks good and tells the story just right!

Robbie's Journey in TV

Robbie Countryman started his career working behind the scenes. He began as a stage manager for the TV show Growing Pains. A stage manager makes sure everything runs smoothly on the set. They help with props, sets, and make sure actors are in the right place at the right time.

From Stage Manager to Assistant Director

After Growing Pains, Robbie worked as a stage manager on other popular shows. These included Martin, Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, and So Little Time.

While working on Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, he also became an assistant director. An assistant director helps the main director with many tasks. They help plan the filming schedule and make sure everyone knows what they need to do. Robbie was an assistant director for shows like Suddenly Susan, The Unit, and Melissa & Joey.

Becoming a Director

In 2004, Robbie Countryman directed his very first TV episode. It was for the show Reba. Since then, he has directed episodes for many different TV series. Many of these shows are popular with kids and teens!

He has directed episodes for:

• Wizards of Waverly Place
• Crash & Bernstein
• Pair of Kings
• See Dad Run
• The Haunted Hathaways
• K.C. Undercover
• Best Friends Whenever
• The Thundermans
• Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
• Bunk'd
• Bizaardvark
• Raven's Home
• Knight Squad
• Cousins for Life
• Coop & Cami Ask the World
• Sydney to the Max
• Just Roll with It
• The Villains of Valley View
• Erin & Aaron
• Lopez vs Lopez
• Night Court
• Wizards Beyond Waverly Place

Robbie Countryman studied at the University of Southern California. He earned a bachelor's degree in Science there.