David Baptiste, also known as Ronin, is a Los Angeles-based actor raised in Boyle Heights. Active since 2007, he is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, with additional training in scene study, improvisation, and stand-up comedy. A member of SAG-AFTRA, LIUNA Local 724, and Teamsters Local 399, Baptiste brings a deep, firsthand understanding of professional sets. His experience working on major studio lots in transportation and production informs his work as an actor, where preparation, timing, and collaboration are essential. In addition to performing, Baptiste develops and produces original projects, often remaining closely involved from early development through production. He continues to pursue film and television roles while building character-driven stories for the screen.