Jurgen A.

A Proposal of Value The Man: From art scholarship student, via conscription, into one of South Africa’s elite forces. From the front of an easel, to behind enemy lines. After two-and-a-half years in Death’s company he emerged, a survivor, from deadly bush warfare. Born from all this, is a creative spirit of tempered steel, and a man who understands the meaning and joy of the essence of life. A human being whose depth and breadth of insight into the human psyche few others can match. Words like integrity, honesty, courage and commitment are not ideals to Jürgen, but a way of life, because the cost was too high. The Director: A highly intelligent and innovative mind, always seeking to illuminate the unifying thread between what is experienced and what it means; a quintessential requisite of a good director. In addition, he is able to convey the essence of his vision to others, through the medium of his craft; another quintessential requisite. Jürgen’s genuine warmth, passion and empathy, draws the best out of people. Under his direction actors and production crews, in whatever format, give of their best because they want to, not because they have to. Jürgen leads by example. Jürgen has come up through the ranks, runner to director, from lighting and sound, to copy writing and editing; he understands the nuts and bolts. He knows what the limits are and how to push them, and due to his unique outlook and lateral thought processes, sometimes to simply eradicate them. An example is the patent he holds on the transfer of digitally manipulated media onto film which gives better definition, in less time, at a fraction of the cost. (L.A.U.R.A.Process) In response to outdated industry processes and the current economic crisis, he has developed a client conscious, cost efficient, streamlined new business model. (Tri-directive Radial Approach) In keeping with his philosophy, Jürgen gives back to his industry. He mentors, trains and guides young talent that he unearths, creating a new generation of young, innovative and passionate directors. He is also in the process of establishing a film school in Newfoundland. The Results: • Twenty-two years hard-earned, successful, international experience with film, animation, commercial advertising, music video’s and documentaries. • The understanding of what quality is and the ability to produce it, time after time, despite budget constraints. • Calmness and clarity under pressure, hands on capability and the knack of rapidly turning problems into progress. • The self-assuredness to be able to listen to and implement good ideas, wherever and from whomever they might arise. • Budget consciousness and pragmatism. The ability to draw on years of tradecraft to come up with simple solutions without compromising quality, that don’t rely on expensive technology, for those seemingly impossible shots. • The experience to know that meticulous planning, in close co-operation with client or production team, is proactive, cost efficient and time saving. • The professional dedication to understand and keep abreast of technological advancements in the media field. Ongoing experimentation of how to implement such advancements for the benefit of clients and their goals. Enormous energy, ingrained integrity, honesty and passion. Zest for life, warmth and empathy. Love of innovation and technology. Skill and experience. Deep insight into humanity. A unique blend from a unique background