Ryu Ueda

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I am a Germany-based Japanese filmmaker and photographer specializing in atmospheric, cinematic visual storytelling. I have extensive experience creating live concert videos, short films, and documentaries.

About

I am a Germany-based Japanese filmmaker and photographer specializing in atmospheric, cinematic visual storytelling.

I have extensive experience creating live concert videos, short films, and documentaries. With a strong expertise in color grading inside DaVinci Resolve, my strength lies in crafting organic, rich, and high-end cinematic looks that elevate the emotional depth of any narrative.

While my signature style is moody and cinematic, I am highly adaptable to various visual styles to seamlessly align with your brand’s vision. Let’s bring your ideas to life!

  • Joined July 2026

Languages

  • EnglishAdvanced
  • JapaneseFluent

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Projects · 3

A cozy, cinematic vintage-style vlog capturing the slow and atmospheric mood of late-night coffee.

Shot on a Sony a5000 paired with a vintage 1970s Nikkor 50mm lens to achieve a rich, organic texture and a nostalgic, timeless feel. Edited and color-graded entirely in DaVinci Resolve, focusing on deep tones, soft contrast, and natural pacing that enhances the visual storytelling.

My Role: Director / Videographer / Editor / Colorist

  • Cinematographer
  • Director of Photography
  • Video Editor
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A short documentary film about an antique shop.

I handled the entire visual and audio post-production process to create a compelling and cinematic narrative.

My Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Video Editing: Assembled the narrative and structured the pacing using [DaVinci Resolve / Premiere Pro].
  • Color Grading: Created a cinematic color profile to match the mood of the documentary.
  • Audio Post-Production: Audio cleaning, sound design, and mixing for a seamless viewing experience.

Equipment & Software Used:

  • Camera: [Sony a7c with vintage Nikkor lenses]
  • Software: [DaVinci Resolve / Premiere Pro /]

  • Cinematographer
  • Filmmaker
  • Video Editor

Live concert video for [Sun’s Sons].

I handled both the live cinematography and the entire post-production process to capture the raw energy and cinematic mood of the performance.

My Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Solo Project (Shooting & Editing): Formatted the visual style, captured live footage, and managed the complete editing workflow.
  • Color Grading: Enhanced the stage lighting and created a rich, moody aesthetic.
  • Audio Synchronization: Synced and mixed the multi-track audio with the live footage for a high-quality live experience.

Equipment & Software Used:

  • Camera: [Sony a7c with vintage Nikkor lenses]
  • Software: [DaVinci Resolve]

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