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Leo Essbach is a cameraman, cinematographer and media producer in Cologne. He grew up in Freiburg and moved to Munich in 2006. After working four years for German television, he studied "Media Production" with a focus on film and cinematography at the University of applied Sciences in Lemgo. He graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts.
Leo has worked as a cameraman for production companies, agencies and public and private broadcasters for eight years. He shoots image & commercial films, social media content, reports, documentaries, docutainment and shows - in Germany and worldwide.
A high level of expertise, many years of experience in a wide range of productions, creativity, enjoyment in design, reliability and high standards characterize him and his work.
"Bilderschmiede" is Leo's Cologne-based company that specializes in camera technology services. A freelance team of creative industry specialists customizes a wide range of projects - from corporate films to social media content and documentaries - with personal attention and passion.

2018: TV Show | Kenia

2021: Corporate | Hamburg

2019: Musikvideo

2018: TV Show | Kenia
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What clients say.
PRODUCER ALL3MEDIA
Very good camera work, great sound and pleasant to work with, to boot.
RTL LIFE EDITORIAL OFFICE
The editing was great fun and the editor is enthusiastic about your footage - very nicely shot.
BR EDITORIAL OFFICE
Thank you so much for the beautiful footage. We are very very happy! Editing works great, and it looks super nice!
RTL EXTRA EDITORIAL OFFICE
Great, excellent and beautifully shot!
PRODUCER EISMANN
Thank you again! The two project managers for whom the film was made are enthusiastic.
PROJECT MANAGER
HELDEN KG, AGENCY
The client is very satisfied and, of course, we are as well. Thanks again for the outstanding collaboration!
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