Discover Top Documentary DPs in Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

German-Palestinian filmmaker and journalist, studied German, and later media, film and journalism. 2011 first journalistic Experiences and wrote for AlQuds-Network, Fann-Magazine and was 2015 co-founder of the first printed Arabic newspaper in Germany "ABWAB". In 2014 produced one of the first and largest documentaries as a researcher and producer in collaboration with Aljazeera-TV about the flight from Syria and how different the EU countries are dealing with the refugees. In 2020 produced his first German documentary entitled "Die Deutschländer", about Germans with a migration background, was shown on German TV and successfully participated in several international film festivals. In 2021 has also been working as a movie specialist advisor and coach for Arabic, among others with the world famous director Fatih Akin. In 2023 extensive investigative research for Arab48 into the allegations of anti-Semitism at DW-TV. In 2024 documentary for ARTE-TV about Europeans converting to Islam.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• TV News Producer
• Art Director
• Creative Director

As a freelancer in media, Nikolas is focused on social and religious topics. In his reports and documentaries, he tells visually and dramaturgically impressive stories that will have a lasting effect on the audience. He worked as a trainee at North German Broadcasting (NDR / ARD) in Hamburg. He worked for three years for investigative magazines such as award-winning Panorama (ARD). Since then, he worked as a director and video journalist for ARD and realized contract works for freeeye.tv (e.g. DIE ZEIT & n-tv). He became a documentary cameraman and video journalist in NDR´s documentary and reporting unit in 2012. At present, he works as a freelance filmmaker for DIE BOX, which is the developing unit at NDR for documentary storytelling and that publishes the documentary series ´7 days´ and documentary talk ´The Story of One Evening´, which he is nominated for Grimme Award 2015. His documentaries are shown on film festivals worldwide.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I graduated with a journalism degree from the University of Havana. I am open-minded, curious and intensely passionate about the process of journalism, broadcasting and investigating newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation. I have significant experience of front-line reporting and journalism in the Cuban and German media world. In Cuba I completed internships, most notably at Prensa Latina News Agency, Cuban Institute of Radio and Television and Grannma. Over the last year I have broadcast at Hamburg’s Community Radio Station and TV Chanel TIDE on a local and national level about political issues, such as the situation of Lampedusa refugees in Hamburg. I have also helped bring other globally issues to the Radio: f.e. a show with Jürgen Grässlin, author of "The Black Book about arms trade", and Hamed Abdel-Samad, author of the book "Islamic fascism". I moderate the radio program "TIDE akuell" in German and supplied contributions in almost all journalistic forms.

• Fixer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Translator
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I am a filmmaker, self-shooting director and cinematographer with close to decade's worth of experience creating content for corporations, non-profit organisations, museums, brands and artists. I have worked on productions across the world and am comfortable working alone or in crews both big and small. Typically I work as a camera operator/cinematographer but also have extensive experience editing and colour grading a diverse range of projects. With a background in documentary storytelling and ethnographic research, I'm driven by the desire to tell human stories that are authentic and meaningful. No matter whether the film is about a community outreach program or an innovative new product, I believe there is always a moving story to be told. I hold British and Australian nationalities, a permanent German residency visa as well as a clean EU driver's license.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Commercial DP

I'm Alkistis, a photographer and videographer with a love for capturing life's beautiful moments. Whether it's a corporate event, a buzzing conference, an international fair or a music concert, I am here to capture every moment of it. Having collaborated with a diverse range of clients, I understand the unique needs of each project. Your vision is my guide, and my goal is to exceed your expectations, delivering visuals that resonate with your audience and leave a lasting impression. Based in Berlin, I bring a global perspective with a touch of local warmth to my work. Your event is unique, and I'm here to capture its individuality with respect and discretion. Services Offered: Image Films Documentary Films (Camera & Editing) Event Photography Event Videography Conference Coverage Corporate Event Documentation

• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Event Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Commercial DP

I’m a producer, director and photographer with experience in short-formatted online documentaries, TV-productions and branded content – european & american market. I´m concentrating on independent and branded content documentary work. My studies in photography has led fast to producing theater plays and TV-News to then direct and produce short formatted documentaries as well as branded content, based on social diversities, technology, political issues and people with inspiring minds and ideas , leading forward reflective and critical ways of thinking. As a Video-producer and director I have been working for VICE Media, producing several documentaries for the VICE verticals News & Technology as well as Branded Content for international clients. For TV stations I have produced several episodes of short formatted documentaries based on investigative journalism.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

My work spans all genre’s from documentaries to narrative, corporate, music videos, and commercials. My experience in the video industry started out at NYU and then I began working in long-form television documentaries at major production houses such as NBC Peacock Productions, Sharp Entertainment, and Left/Right Productions. There I was an associate producer for documentaries for Discovery, National Geographic, TLC, TWC, MSNBC, and The Sundance Channel. After moving to Vienna, I began to shoot and produce my own videos and quickly learned that my passion was in cinematography. With this new focus I found work in Melbourne as a staff DP at an agency where I worked on all sorts of projects from documentary to commercial. With experience spanning genre’s and continents, I am comfortable filming just about anything and anywhere.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Ana Catalá is a multifaceted Spanish filmmaker, producer, and photographer. After finishing her Film and Photography studies she moved to Berlin where she works as a freelancer in international film productions and photography documentary projects. Her film credits include The Ghost Writer by Roman Polanski, and Hanna by Joe Wright. She followed these projects with work in art house film and documentary productions, such as Sunshine Superman. In October 2014, she curated the photographic project The European Dream - Selfies from Oranienplatz, which was featured in the annual European Month of Photography in Berlin. In between her freelance work she is currently studying a Master In Visual Anthropology at the Freie Universität and a Photography Class at the Ostkreuzschule School for Documentary Photography.

• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

Hailing from the picturesque countryside of Pennsylvania, John embarked on a transformative journey that led him from the bustling streets of New York City to the vibrant cultural landscape of Berlin. Along the way, he honed his craft as a cinematographer and director, capturing the essence of each locale and weaving it into the fabric of his storytelling. With a string of accolades from prestigious film festivals in NYC, Munich, and Toronto adorning his resume, John has garnered recognition for his innovative approach and visual flair. From mesmerizing music videos to compelling narrative films and captivating commercial projects, his body of work reflects a diverse range of influences and a steadfast commitment to excellence, earning him a reputation as a dynamic force in the world of cinema.

• Commercial DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Documentary DP

My name is Oliver Louis. I was born in Switzerland, raised in St. Lucia and currently living in Hamburg, Germany. I am an aspiring Filmmaker. I started my career in Photography and I currently want to broaden my skillset into filmmaking. I have a couple of projects under my belt, those being a real estate video shoot and a commercial shoot for a cosmetic studio for their social media platforms. During the real estate shoot the idea was to showcase the house and bring out its best qualities. We wanted to make it spacious and welcoming which we managed to achieve. During the Cosmetic studio shoot we wanted to show case one of their services and also the aesthetics of the studio. We achieved this via a short cinematic video sequence of the location and interior space followed my video sequence of their featured service.

• Commercial DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Julie is a filmmaker from Luxembourg living and working in Berlin. She graduated in contemporary history and film studies in Brussels in 2007 and has been collecting images at home and around the world since. Julie’s documentaries explore geopolitical themes and social issues. She followed the fascinating world of Luxembourgish and Western European agriculture, which culminated in the documentary 'The Farmer's Blues' (2011). In ‘The dark side of the World cup in Brazil’ (2014), Julie explores the social and financial side-effects of the world cup in Brazil. Julie likes to explore different forms of expression and visual languages for the subject matter she explores. Her interactive multimedia installation ‘Euphobia’ puts the spectator into the position of an immigrant trying to enter a new country. In 2014, she co-created the multimedia production company 'Loufok Productions'.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Anna Marie Goretzki has studied anthropology, social studies and history of South Asia and New German Literature. For her research she was required to spend considerable time in Spain and India. She completed her masters programm with her dissertation focusing on the Marathi film industry (Marathi is the language of the federal Indian state Maharashtra). Since then she has been working as a video-journalist, freelance journalist and editor. Her articles and reports are accisible in the form of video, audio and print in the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Frankfurter Rundschau, Magazin Segeln, in Filmmagazin ray, on Deutschlandradio Kultur, Deutschlandfunk, DRadio Wissen oder DW (Latinoamérica). As a videojournalist she likes to cover stories on social, anthropological, cultural topics or that focus on environment (protection).

• Documentary DP

Annelie Boros, born in Munich in 1991, studied documentary film and television journalism at the HFF Munich from 2012 to 2020. Her films MARS CLOSER and FUCK WHITE TEARS were screened at international festivals (including Visions du Réel, DOK Leipzig) and won numerous awards. In 2018, her film F32.2 was nominated for the Student Academy Award®. In 2020, her fiction graduation film FORCES premiered at the Nordische Filmtage and won the Audience Award at Sehsüchte Potsdam in 2021. Her documentary DIE GEWICHTHEBERIN screened at the Hofer Filmtage. Together with director Viktor Schimpf she produced and edited his short feature film MACHINES OF LOVING GRACE (Götz George Award at First Steps, Starter Film Award). Her debut documentary THE TENDER REVOLUTION was realized in collaboration with ZDF Kleines Fernsehspiel, DFFF and FFF Bayern and will be released in cinemas 2025.

• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Greetings! I’m Ercü, an adaptable freelance filmmaker, videographer, photographer, colorist and drone operator, actively engaged in the dynamic realms of Berlin and Istanbul. Equipped with a degree in Film Designing from Marmara University of Fine Arts and a Master of Arts in Photography from the University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Berlin. Embracing the spectrum of both analog and digital photography, I am a firm believer in the transformative power of imagery. From the intricate details of street scenes to the expansive vistas captured via drones, I continually push the boundaries of visual storytelling, seeking to ignite emotions and provoke contemplation. Thriving in an industry characterized by perpetual evolution, I remain at the vanguard of innovation by diligently tracking and adopting the latest trends and techniques in filmmaking and photography.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Drone Operator
• Colorist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• Executive Producer

Born in the alluringly gritty surroundings of the Ruhrpott in Germany I grew up around filmsets and photoshoots, a camera always in reach. For over 10 years I've been working on numerous narrative and commercial productions as well as broadcasting sports and music events and directing and shooting musicvideos. I'm a freelance colorgrading teacher at SAE Institute Bochum, GER. In 2019 I've directed my first award winning short drama and specialized in colorgrading and cinematography. Over the years I've been able to build a network of highly skilled professionals in every branch of the film industry to tackle creative tasks of any kind. Since my first days in the business I've been known as a problem solver, always having the greater picture in mind to envision each task as yet another challenge to beat. Today I can gratefully say I convey stories through my compositions for a living

• Colorist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Graphic Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Gaffer
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant

Born in the alluringly gritty surroundings of the Ruhrpott in Germany I grew up around filmsets and photoshoots, a camera always in reach. For over 10 years I've been working on numerous narrative and commercial productions as well as broadcasting sports and music events and directing and shooting musicvideos. I'm a freelance colorgrading teacher at SAE Institute Bochum, GER. In 2019 I've directed my first award winning short drama and specialized in colorgrading and cinematography. Over the years I've been able to build a network of highly skilled professionals in every branch of the film industry to tackle creative tasks of any kind. Since my first days in the business I've been known as a problem solver, always having the greater picture in mind to envision each task as yet another challenge to beat. Today I can gratefully say I convey stories through my compositions for a living

• Colorist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Graphic Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Gaffer
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant

Hi guys I am a director, cameraman, editor and producer who has been in television business for the past twenty odd years and before that I was a stills photographer. I have worked for most of the big international broadcasters, including CNN, the Beeb, Al Jazeera, CBS News and 60 Minutes, the Chinese 24 hour news channel CCTV and National Geographic to name a few. I am now based in Berlin, Germany having moved here from South Africa. I have also lived and worked in various European countries, the Middle East, and speak French, Dutch, passable Arabic and am learning German. I have travelled and worked extensively in Africa, Western Asia and the Middle East. A more detailed bio can be picked up on my Linkedin page and personal website: https://za.linkedin.com/in/adilbradlow

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Fixer
• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Creative Director
• Corporate Videographer
• HD Live Operator
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Hey there, This is Martin. I am a seasoned film producer and editor based in Berlin, Germany witch a track record collaborating with esteemed international film production and distribution entities across Germany and China. As a freelancer, I specialize in crafting various visual marketing formats, music videos, and art films. Some of my projects have earned recognition at film and art festivals, including participation in the revered Berlin Biennale. My passion lies in forging new paths within visual storytelling and innovative interpretive techniques. I thrive at the intersection of art, entertainment, and exploration, continuously seeking inventive ways to blend artistic expression with engaging entertainment and thought-provoking content.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Full-Service Live Production
• Commercial DP
• Digital Content Creator

Journalist and presenter based in Berlin. Clare Richardson is a news anchor and reporter for the German international broadcaster DW News. As a foreign correspondent she has covered issues including elections in Indonesia, the Christchurch shooting in New Zealand, the Trump White House, and the caravan of migrants in Mexico. She is a VJ who has produced, filmed, and edited dozens of TV reports. She has hostile environment training and crisis reporting experience. Previously Clare was the World Editor of Reuters.com and World Editor of The Huffington Post in New York City. She has reported from Brazil and Mozambique with fellowships from the International Reporting Project, and from Germany as an Arthur F. Burns fellow in Berlin. Follow her on Twitter: @clarereports.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• TV News Producer
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Copywriter
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Audio Storyteller
• Podcast Producer

I have been working as a video journalist for 10 years now. Originally I am Austrian, living in Hamburg (Germany) since 2010. Before that I have been in Paris for 15 years, working for French and German medias. Now I am an independant editorial journalist for German Public TV. My passion is about telling stories in my own way, which means: doing the research, shooting and editing of the film on my own. Some stories have been broadcastet on TV, others have been shown at independent film festivals. I am specially interested in stories about humans showing a social conflict or injustice. I want to give a voice to people who normally are not heard by the society. The streets are full of topics, I could shoot a video every day.

• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Translator
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial