Jeff Richter, a seasoned Director/Editor with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry, has had the privilege of working with some of the biggest music stars in the world. His journey began as a Producer and Editor for renowned music video Director Wayne Isham, before he went on to form his own production companies, Earthquake Productions and later, Beautiful Pictures, Inc. Richter is widely regarded as one of the most innovative Director/Editors in the business, with a passion for all music genres and action sports documentaries.
As a full-service production company, Earthquake Productions and Beautiful Pictures Inc. have the capability to handle every aspect of a production, from concept to completion. Richter's extensive experience working with superstar talents such as Alicia Keys, Rage Against the Machine, and Prince has given him a deep understanding of the nuances of collaborating with big personalities, allowing him to bring out the best in them.
Richter's mission is simple - to empower both the artists and the viewer, and deliver engaging entertainment. As a Music Video Director, he has garnered accolades for his creative use of humor and innovative visual style, working with artists as diverse as De La Soul, Nine Inch Nails, Missy Elliott, and Dr. Dre. These collaborations have resulted in numerous nominations for MTV Music Video Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and a Grammy Award nomination for best short form music video.
Richter's live concert Directing style and unique Editing rhythm have been refined over many years of filming and cutting live performances for a wide range of talent, including Alicia Keys, Prince, Metallica, John Fogerty, and Avicii. He has personally spent thousands of hours editing concert films and videos, and his experience is personified through the creation of the ultimate live concert experience, where the viewer feels like a member of the audience.
Richter's extensive experience in both the music world and the sports world has given him the tools he needs to take the viewer deep into the subjects' stories. He is a consummate storyteller, showcasing the talent and their journey. He knows that a musician's or athlete's story doesn't just begin or end with a live performance or competition, but the entire path to the performance. His creative and powerful use of archival materials and in-depth interviews creates films that are a complete experience, a journey of exploration, emotion, and entertainment.
