Prof. Dr. Jan Fröhlich is a Professor for Motion Picture Engineering at Stuttgart Media University (HdM), specializing in advanced imaging technologies. His research focuses on high dynamic range (HDR) and wide color gamut (WCG) image encoding, color rendering, camera metrology, and HDR workflows. Prior to his academic appointment, he held key industry positions including Senior Image Scientist at ARRI Munich where he contributed to professional cinema camera systems, and Dolby Laboratories where he helped develop the ITU Rec.2100 ICtCp color space and Dolby Vision platform. He also served as Technical Director at CinePostproduction GmbH. His core research areas include: HDR/WCG encoding and color science Virtual production workflows Camera metrology and image sensor technology Perceptual aspects of high frame rate and HDR imaging Real-time HDR/SDR conversion systems Recent publications demonstrate extensive work in virtual production technologies, including LED volume workflows, HDR broadcast graphics, and light field displays. His research consistently addresses both theoretical foundations and practical implementation challenges in cinematography and broadcast engineering.
