Maximilian Richter

Maximilian Richter is a Professor of Video Production at Karlsruhe University of Music, leading the Institute of Music Journalism, Radio, TV and Internet. He has held academic roles since 2013, initially at Karlsruhe University of Education, and became a full-time lecturer in 2014 before his professorship appointment in 2017. His professional background includes founding a television commercial production company, working on music films for artists like Wolfgang Haffner, and technical roles in advertising and film production.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Communication Design and Moving Images, University of Mannheim
• Master of Arts in Electronic Media and Film, Stuttgart Media University

Research & Expertise: Focuses on audiovisual media integration in music journalism, cinematic techniques for musical performances, and institutional media production. His work spans SWR Classic project supervision and collaborative productions blending classical music with modern video aesthetics.

Advising & Production: Oversees in-house university productions and CampusTV projects. Technical expertise includes camera operation, lighting design, and dolly gripping for televised and commercial film.

Personal Background: A cellist trained at the Carl Maria von Weber Academy of Music, inspired by violinist Reinhard Krauss, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to music and media.