Daniel C. Weidknecht

Daniel C. Weidknecht is a Lecturer and Manager of Production Facilities and Program at Suffolk University, where he teaches courses in documentary filmmaking, production, and screenwriting. He holds an M.B.A. and B.S. from Suffolk University and serves as a Director and Producer specializing in socially impactful storytelling.

• Courses Taught: CJN 2355 Production 1, CJN 280 Producing for Documentary Film, CJN 357 Advanced Editing Techniques, CJN 390 Screenwriting, CJN 4455 Production 3, CJN 481 Making the Short Film

His documentary work has garnered critical acclaim, including awards at the United Nations Film Festival, Colorado Film Festival, and Berkeley Video and Film Festival. Weidknecht’s focus on social justice themes in films like HEALING THE CHILDREN OF WAR and INDIGENOUS, ENDANGERED highlights his commitment to using media as a tool for advocacy.

• Selected Awards
  • Grand Jury Award for Best Documentary at the United Nations Film Festival
  • Grand Jury Prize at the Colorado Film Festival
  • Festival Prize at the Huntington Beach Film Festival