I am a filmmaker based in Barcelona with extensive experience in commercials, music videos, and feature films. I also work as a photographer and art director for various brands.

Julian Richberg

I am a filmmaker based in Barcelona with extensive experience in commercials, music videos, and feature films. I also work as a photographer and art director for various brands.

Available to hire

I am a filmmaker based in Barcelona with extensive experience in commercials, music videos, and feature films. I also work as a photographer and art director for various brands.

Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director / Creative Producer at Overproof Media
September 29, 2024 - Present
Online Editor at Studio Wilmersdorf
September 1, 2021 - May 31, 2024
Art Director at BTTR Berlin
April 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021

Education

Documentary Photography at Hogskulen i volda (Norway)
August 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor in Communication Design at HTW Berlin
September 1, 2013 - October 31, 2018

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Perros Mediterraneos - Merch/Fashion Video

    Short fashion video created for the merch launch of Perros Mediterráneos, a bar in Barcelona. The project was a collaboration between the bar and an Argentinian artist. I produced a series of videos for the release, including a stylized showcase of the collection and a short interview segment with the artist discussing the collaboration and design process. The content was used across social media and promotional platforms to support the launch.

    paper Distillerie de Paris (3D Commercial)

    For Distillerie de Paris, I created a series of 3D animated videos that showcase their gin in an elegant, mystic Parisian setting. Drawing inspiration from the visual style of luxury perfumes, the bottle is revealed within historic, cinematic environments that evoke Paris’ timeless charm and sophistication.
    Each video was designed to elevate the brand’s luxurious identity, blending animation and atmospheric storytelling. The scenes immerse the viewer in an enchanting world, with cut-downs and full-length versions produced for the brand’s marketing purposes across various platforms. The final result captured the essence of Distillerie de Paris, leaving a lasting impression of opulence and mystique.

    paper OY Brewing (Commercial)

    For the OY Brewing commercial, I had the opportunity to bring the vibrant energy of the Faroese beer brand to life, capturing the young, adventurous spirit of the brand. The video follows a group of 20-somethings as they embark on a trip through the breathtaking Faroese landscape, experiencing moments of friendship and joy, all while enjoying OY beer.
    The commercial blends classic filmmaking techniques with a playful 2D animation element. The signature OY bird becomes an animated character that follows the protagonist throughout the journey, adding a whimsical touch as it guides them through the stunning terrain before arriving at the brewpub. This animated presence brings a unique, fun layer to the storytelling, perfectly complementing the carefree and spirited vibe of the brand.
    The project included not just the main commercial, but also several social media cutdowns to ensure flexibility for online distribution. Additionally, I produced a series of still videos featuring the different beers. The commercial was a dynamic blend of live-action and animation, seamlessly marrying the two to celebrate both the beauty of the landscape and the warmth of the OY community.

    paper Red Wheel Society – Campaign Video

    Red Wheel Society – Campaign Video
    Client: Bangladesh Street Kids Aid (BSKA) / Concept, Direction & Production
    For this pro bono video campaign, I developed and produced a series of films to raise awareness for the NGO Bangladesh Street Kids Aid, which supports street children in Dhaka. The challenge was clear: create impactful visual storytelling with no marketing budget, while bridging the gap between raw footage from Bangladesh and professionally produced content.
    We shot a mixed-media campaign using both 16mm film and digital, evoking the aesthetics of classic skate videos while preserving a documentary-like authenticity. This approach also allowed us to integrate grassroots footage from Bangladesh seamlessly with our staged content in Berlin.
    The video shoot featured a group of skate ambassadors from across Germany, brought together to promote the symbolic red wheel—a nod to the red circle in the Bangladeshi flag and a metaphor for forming a global community.
    I directed and produced a main campaign film as well as individual short videos tailored for each ambassador, allowing for maximum organic reach across different social media channels. The campaign was built to spark curiosity, conversation, and—ultimately—support for the NGO’s work on the ground.

    paper Peligro Catrina Tequila (Commercial)

    Peligro Catrina - The Taste of a Tequila Shot Commercial
    Brand Commercial & Photoshoot
    For Peligro Catrina, a Spanish tequila brand, I conceptualized and directed a bold and dynamic commercial that plays with stereotypical Mexican iconography to capture the intense, exhilarating experience of taking a shot of tequila. The commercial features a mix of vibrant and traditional symbols, including a Mexican luchador, snakes, fresh fruit, and, of course, the iconic bottles of Peligro Catrina in front of a vast desert landscape.
    The narrative unfolds to emphasize the feeling and energy that comes from the sharp, invigorating taste of tequila. We used two versions of the commercial to highlight the different expressions of the tequila: one version featuring lemons with the Silver bottle, and another with oranges paired with the Reposado. Each variation had its own distinct visual language while maintaining a cohesive energy that tied back to the brand’s bold personality.
    Alongside the commercial, I also oversaw the photoshoot, capturing key moments and imagery to reinforce the brand’s edgy, larger-than-life vibe. The combination of bright, striking visuals and energetic storytelling aims to immerse viewers in the thrilling and fiery sensation of Peligro Catrina tequila.

    paper Arboretum (Featurefilm)

    Arboretum marks my feature film debut, a psychological horror drama set in the shadowy aftermath of reunification in Eastern Germany. The story follows two deeply troubled young men as they plan a school shooting—set against a backdrop of political unrest and personal despair. The film weaves in supernatural elements that underscore both the fractured minds of the protagonists and the haunting atmosphere of a society grappling with its past.
    Stylistically, the film blurs the lines between psychological realism and horror, using genre tools to explore themes of alienation, inherited trauma, and radicalization.
    Arboretum premiered at the Terror Molins Festival in 2020 during the height of the pandemic and went on to screen at numerous festivals across Europe, earning multiple awards. It later saw a theatrical release, followed by distribution on physical media and Amazon Prime Germany.

    https://meteor-film.com/arboretum/

    paper Attik Brewing - Summer is Coming (Commercial)

    Summer is Coming – Commercial Campaign
    Client: Attik Brewing / Concept, Direction & Production
    For this bold and cinematic campaign, I created an absurd short-film-style commercial for Attik Brewing, celebrating the arrival of summer—and their wide range of beers—in true sci-fi fashion.
    Set on a classic Spanish beach, the commercial draws inspiration from vintage alien invasion movies, with towering 3D beer cans landing dramatically on the coastline. Each can disrupts and inspires a different beach town archetype—from the sunbather to the BBQ pitmaster —blending humor, nostalgia, and over-the-top spectacle.
    I concepted, directed, and produced the entire campaign, aiming to create visually striking content that breaks away from the smaller-scale aesthetic typical of craft beer marketing.
    Alongside the main commercial, we delivered a full campaign package: cutdowns for each persona, shorter edits for social media, and an additional photo series that captures the playful yet surreal summer vibe of the piece.