“I’m so excited to work on an incredible project like Eyes Open because it tells the story of such a rare and beautiful romance that has the power to touch people’s hearts in so many ways. As the producer, I want to help ensure that this story resonates with audiences, leaving a lasting impacton their lives and how they view love. The complexities of this story moved me deeply and I’m so grateful that I get to have a hand in sharing it with the world.”
Kaylee Hayes’ storytelling journey starts in Arlington, Texas at the mere age of seven. Armed with nothing but a camcorder and a single actor (a reluctant younger brother), she embarked on her cinematic adventures. As she grew older, her passions intensified. Kaylee received her bachelor’s degree in Film-TV-Digital Media Studies at Texas Christian University where she penned countless scripts and short stories, and became an award winning writer and director. After receiving her masters in Film and TV Production from the University of Southern California in May 2025, she is determined to make her mark on the film industry as an established writer and director.