Hi, I'm Peter Richweisz, a Hungarian-born writer, cinematographer, and director with a passion for visual storytelling. After studying philosophy at ELTE University in Budapest, I ventured into the creative world through photography, fine art, fashion, and advertising. I've had the opportunity to work internationally, including in London and Dubai, where I launched Desert Fish Production and Desert Fish magazine, focusing on innovative visual branding and cutting-edge concepts. Currently, I live in Bangkok, Thailand, dedicating my time to long-form narrative projects and advertising clients. With over two decades of experience, I've directed and shot numerous fashion films and festival shorts, earning awards around the globe. I enjoy developing concepts from scratch and collaborating with clients to bring the best ideas to life.

Peter Richweisz

Hi, I'm Peter Richweisz, a Hungarian-born writer, cinematographer, and director with a passion for visual storytelling. After studying philosophy at ELTE University in Budapest, I ventured into the creative world through photography, fine art, fashion, and advertising. I've had the opportunity to work internationally, including in London and Dubai, where I launched Desert Fish Production and Desert Fish magazine, focusing on innovative visual branding and cutting-edge concepts. Currently, I live in Bangkok, Thailand, dedicating my time to long-form narrative projects and advertising clients. With over two decades of experience, I've directed and shot numerous fashion films and festival shorts, earning awards around the globe. I enjoy developing concepts from scratch and collaborating with clients to bring the best ideas to life.

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Hi, I’m Peter Richweisz, a Hungarian-born writer, cinematographer, and director with a passion for visual storytelling. After studying philosophy at ELTE University in Budapest, I ventured into the creative world through photography, fine art, fashion, and advertising. I’ve had the opportunity to work internationally, including in London and Dubai, where I launched Desert Fish Production and Desert Fish magazine, focusing on innovative visual branding and cutting-edge concepts.

Currently, I live in Bangkok, Thailand, dedicating my time to long-form narrative projects and advertising clients. With over two decades of experience, I’ve directed and shot numerous fashion films and festival shorts, earning awards around the globe. I enjoy developing concepts from scratch and collaborating with clients to bring the best ideas to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hungarian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at Desert Fish Production
January 1, 2005 - Present
Established a boutique studio specializing in comprehensive, turnkey visual branding solutions, blending fine art, fashion, and advertising to create innovative and distinctive visual content.
Founder at Desert Fish Magazine
December 31, 2014 - August 4, 2025
Created and launched the first cutting-edge, vanguard visual concept-based publication in the Middle East, a bi-annual periodical that captivated audiences across 45 countries for eight years.
Writer, Cinematographer, Director at Freelance / Various
January 1, 1997 - Present
Directed and shot multiple fashion films and festival shorts, receiving prestigious awards like Best Fashion Category at International Fashion Film Awards and Best Sound Design. Collaborated with high-profile clients across multiple industries to produce acclaimed motion picture projects.

Education

University Graduate at ELTE
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
Philosophy Studies at ELTE University, Budapest
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

B
February 20, 2025 - February 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Other, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality