I'm Ethan Riedlinger, a Cape Town-based Director of Photography with a sharp eye for bold, storytelling visuals. I thrive on crafting images that serve the story, collaborating across departments to bring ideas to life. As a co-founder of Dolly & Co., I produce and shoot commercials, music videos and corporate content, and I’ve worked on a range of narrative and commercial projects both with and outside the company. I bring hands-on experience across camera, lighting, and post-production, and I'm always eager for the next creative challenge.

Ethan Riedlinger

I'm Ethan Riedlinger, a Cape Town-based Director of Photography with a sharp eye for bold, storytelling visuals. I thrive on crafting images that serve the story, collaborating across departments to bring ideas to life. As a co-founder of Dolly & Co., I produce and shoot commercials, music videos and corporate content, and I’ve worked on a range of narrative and commercial projects both with and outside the company. I bring hands-on experience across camera, lighting, and post-production, and I'm always eager for the next creative challenge.

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I’m Ethan Riedlinger, a Cape Town-based Director of Photography with a sharp eye for bold, storytelling visuals. I thrive on crafting images that serve the story, collaborating across departments to bring ideas to life.

As a co-founder of Dolly & Co., I produce and shoot commercials, music videos and corporate content, and I’ve worked on a range of narrative and commercial projects both with and outside the company. I bring hands-on experience across camera, lighting, and post-production, and I’m always eager for the next creative challenge.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Afrikaans
Beginner
English
Advanced

Work Experience

DOP & Editor at SA Indie Film Festival
January 1, 2025 - Present
DOP & Editor for SA Indie Film Festival 2025.

Education

High School at Milnerton High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

BA, Film Production
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Highest Academic Achievement Award
January 1, 2020 - March 20, 2026
Indie Film Festival 2025 (DOP & Editor)
January 1, 2025 - March 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other