I am a filmmaker and media technologist with over 28 years of experience across media, live events, and cinematic production, including 14 years devoted to professional video creation and cinematography. My work lies at the intersection of technical mastery, creative vision, and human-centered storytelling, crafting visually compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. I approach every project with both an artist's sensibility and an engineer's rigor. Calm, patient, and solution-oriented, I am recognized as a reliable problem-solver, ensuring efficient and high-quality work environments.

Michael Wemmer

I am a filmmaker and media technologist with over 28 years of experience across media, live events, and cinematic production, including 14 years devoted to professional video creation and cinematography. My work lies at the intersection of technical mastery, creative vision, and human-centered storytelling, crafting visually compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. I approach every project with both an artist's sensibility and an engineer's rigor. Calm, patient, and solution-oriented, I am recognized as a reliable problem-solver, ensuring efficient and high-quality work environments.

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I am a filmmaker and media technologist with over 28 years of experience across media, live events, and cinematic production, including 14 years devoted to professional video creation and cinematography. My work lies at the intersection of technical mastery, creative vision, and human-centered storytelling, crafting visually compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. I approach every project with both an artist’s sensibility and an engineer’s rigor. Calm, patient, and solution-oriented, I am recognized as a reliable problem-solver, ensuring efficient and high-quality work environments.

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Experience Level

Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Cinematic Cameraman & Videoproduction at AIDA Cruises
January 1, 2023 - Present
Hauptverantwortlich für Kamera, Schnitt und Postproduktion von Reisefilmen, sowohl in Residenceterminals als auch an Bord. Bei Live-Shows on Board kam komplette Live-Remote-Camera-Technik und Live-Regie zum Einsatz. Oftmals habe ich eine kreativen Einfluss auf die Dramaturgie der Filmproduktionen.
Independent Film Producer / Director / Cinematographer / Content Strategist
January 1, 2015 - Present
Erstellung von Filmen und Produktionen über alle Bereiche hinweg, von Storyentwicklung über Dreharbeiten, Schnitt bis zur Postproduktion. Dabei habe ich zahlreiche Projekte als Regisseur, Kameramann und Content-Strategist durchgeführt.
TV-Kameramann und Redakteur at PULS4, ORF, Servus TV
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Einsatz in verschiedenen formate, inklusive Nachrichtensendungen, Dokumentationen und Unterhaltungssendungen. Hier lag der Fokus auf Kameraführung, Lichtsetzung und Bildgestaltung.
Cinematic Cameraman & Video Production at AIDA Cruises
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Produced cinematic documentaries, social media content, and internal communications for international cruise operations. Managed multi-camera setups, motion-control rigs, remote cameras, and live switching.
Independent Film Producer, Director & Cinematographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Directed live events and orchestrated post-production workflows including editing, colour grading, and sound design. Collaborated with multicultural crews of over 40 nationalities, ensuring seamless communication and understanding.
Event Technician, Crew Leader & Show Administrator at EPM-Wien / Artlogic Vienna / Novomatic
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2010
Operated lighting and video systems for major productions and events. Led teams, managed stage builds and solved complex technical issues under pressure.
Project Administrator at CTP – Chemically Thermal Process Technology GmbH
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Managed the coordination of international industrial projects, including installation and commissioning of complex systems.
Cinematic Camerman & Video Production at AIDA Cruises
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Produced cinematic documentaries, social media content, and internal communications for international cruise operations. Managed multi-camera setups, motion-control rigs, remote cameras, and live switching.
Event Technician, Crew Leader & Show Administrator at EPM-Wien / Artlogic Vienna / Novomusic
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2020
Operated lighting and video systems for high-profile events, ensuring seamless communication with crews. Led teams, managed stage builds, and solved complex logistical issues.
Project Administrator at Chemically Thermal Process Technology GmbH
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Managed international industrial projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards.

Education

HTL BULME Elektrotechnik at BULME Graz
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996
Bundesrealgymnasium at Wr. Neustadt
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992
Volksschule at Pestalozzi
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1988
Electronics & Technical Systems at HTL BULME Graz
September 1, 1992 - June 1, 1996
Electronics & Technical Systems at HTL BULME Graz
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

Cameraoperator
January 1, 2015 - January 18, 2026
Editor
January 1, 2015 - January 18, 2026
Director
January 1, 2015 - January 18, 2026
Writer
January 1, 2015 - January 18, 2026
Cutter
January 1, 2015 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services