Fabian Vaterrodt Video- und Regietechniker beim ifbbw Institut für Bildbewegung

Fabian Vaterrodt

Event, video and directing technician | Streaming operator | Editor | Network and intercom technician | Producer | Troubleshooting

Fabian Vaterrodt

Event, video and directing technician | Streaming operator | Editor | Network and intercom technician | Producer | Troubleshooting

Technical management for professional event and live stream productions

Since January 2021, Fabian has strengthened the team at ifbbw – Institute for Moving Images – as a versatile and experienced expert in event technology. As technical director, he is responsible for complex setups, plans intricate infrastructures, and ensures smooth operations for video and live stream productions. He combines practical know-how with structured project management and a high standard of quality. His focus is clearly on professional event technology.

As a network and fiber optic technician, he plans and implements data structures specifically for live productions. At the same time, as an intercom technician, he is responsible for setting up and maintaining smooth communication channels within large production teams. In this way, he ensures that directing, camera, sound, light and streaming can work hand in hand at all times.

Planning, budget responsibility and special solutions

In addition to his technical and creative expertise, Fabian is responsible for project planning and budget control. He precisely calculates specific requirements, efficiently coordinates material usage, and develops economically viable solutions.

His craftsmanship enables him to implement even demanding custom solutions, for example, in the construction of studios for video, live streaming, and audio recording. Whether it's a temporary live streaming environment, a mobile production setup or a complex hall installation – he finds practical and robust solutions. Especially in large stage productions or outdoor events, he demonstrates stability, a clear overview, and decisiveness. As an experienced event technician, he works in a solution-oriented manner with a clear focus on functionality and safety.

PTZ operator, image technology expertise and post-production

His training as a media designer for image and sound laid the technical foundation for his professional career. He subsequently gained extensive experience in EB teams He gained experience in TV productions, where he learned to work precisely and in a solution-oriented manner under time pressure. This practical experience strengthened his understanding of mobile production processes, rapid changeovers, and efficient team coordination.

With his many years of experience in post-production, he coordinates and manages several projects for different clients simultaneously. His feel for composition, timing, and dramaturgy perfectly complements his technical approach. Furthermore, he impresses as an experienced PTZ operator as well as a competent image technician. He safely operates remote-controlled camera systems, optimizes image signals, and ensures consistent quality in live and studio productions.

Through this combination of ENG experience, editing expertise, and image and directing technology, he understands production processes holistically – from recording to live transmission to final post-production.

With over 17 years of professional experience, Fabian stands for technical precision, reliable execution, and structured production planning. As an expert in event technology, he combines video production know-how at the highest professional level.

Skills:

  • Technical Management / Project Management 100%
  • Planning and construction of complex event infrastructures 100%
  • Power and load planning for event productions 100%
  • Overall technical coordination for live productions 100%
  • Interface coordination between trades 100%
  • Setting up redundant streaming and signal paths 100%
  • Integration of intercom and communication systems 100%
  • Error analysis and rapid troubleshooting 100%
  • Setting up control room and OB van structures 100%
  • Efficient material and resource planning 100%
  • Budget control in the field of event technology 100%
  • Safety and risk assessment 100%
  • Operator's certificate for mobile elevating work platforms according to DGUV Principle 308-008 Rule 100-500 100%
  • Emergency medical technician 100%