Richter Studios - Latest News http://www.richterstudios.com/news.php Welcome To The Most Innovative Multimedia Firm In Chicago! We provide world-class multimedia solutions to clients across the country and around the globe. Richter Studios is an award-winning multimedia firm that specializes in High-Definition video, interactive CD's and DVD's, animation and sophisticated programming. We have been developing exceptional creative content for over seven years in the United States and recently began expanding our operations to Germany and France." en-us Mon, 7 April 2008 12:18:00 CST Thu, 26 March 2009 12:18:00 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Simple Text jrichter@richterstudios.com drichter@richterstudios.com http://www.richterstudios.com Richter Studios RSS News Feed http://www.richterstudios.com/content/xml/Richter_rss_Icon.jpg 144 400 Richter Studios Finishes Wheaton Franciscan Broadcast Spots, Both Commercials Shot With RED One Camera http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_11_3_Richter Studios Finishes Wheaton Franciscan Broadcast Spots.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_11_3_Richter Studios Finishes Wheaton Franciscan Broadcast Spots.php Tues, 3 November 2009 09:00:00 CST Richter Studios recently completed its first-ever broadcast TV spots. Shot with their very own RED One Camera, the spots (4 total) were a collaboration with longtime partner, Jigsaw, a Milwaukee-based advertising agency. "We've stepped up our production game considerably and we're very excited about the road ahead," stated Richter Studios Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "Having created our very own feature film last year ("Discovering Deerpath", Rated G) and now playing in the broadcast commercial space, there are really no limits to what we're going to pursue in the months and years ahead." The client for the spots was Wheaton Franciscan. The first two spots can be viewed here: http://www.richterstudios.com/portfolio?=13224.2 http://www.richterstudios.com/portfolio?=13224.1 Richter Studios is an award-winning multimedia provider based in Chicago. The company's core offerings include 4K cinematography, high-definition filming, photography, interactive programming, 2D/3D animation, graphic design and web development. As a leading pioneer in the multimedia space, Richter Studios has been actively engaged in the democratization of digital video for over a decade. Richter Studios is a member of the Richter Family of companies, which includes Richter Stock and Richter Bros. Pictures. Richter Studios Creates Web-Based Brand-Driven Commercial For ezLandlord Forms. Spot Driven Entirely By Unique 2D Animation Techniques http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_11_3_Richter Studios Creates Web-Based Brand-Driven Commercial For ezLandlord Forms.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_11_3_Richter Studios Creates Web-Based Brand-Driven Commercial For ezLandlord Forms.php Tues, 3 November 2009 09:00:00 CST After spending years establishing itself as one of Chicago's premiere film and video production firms, the team at Richter Studios decided to increase the visibility of its animation offerings. Its first major project was a unique opportunity to create a fully animated web commercial for EZ landlord Forms, a leader in online legal document creation for landlords. "This is a significant step forward for Richter Studios and the quality of its service offerings," stated Richter Studios Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "We've built a fine reputation as a film and video production company but are always looking for ways to increase the awareness of our other service offerings. This commercial clearly shows that we can do some really clever animating these days. This effort also represents our growing portfolio of branding campaigns and we're very proud of our efforts." "As far as I'm concerned we could not have selected a more qualified company to produce/create our video," stated EZ Landlords CEO Kevin Kiene.  "We had a stylized and unique concept in mind, and Richter Studios was clearly up to the challenge. Our project called for a lot of out of the box thinking, and they delivered on both their product and by remaining easy to work with." The finished spot can be viewed at http://www.richterstudios.com/portfolio.php?=13193. Richter Studios is an award-winning multimedia provider based in Chicago. The company's core offerings include 4K cinematography, high-definition filming, photography, interactive programming, 2D/3D animation, graphic design and web development. As a leading pioneer in the multimedia space, Richter Studios has been actively engaged in the democratization of digital video for over a decade. Richter Studios is a member of the Richter Family of companies, which includes Richter Stock and Richter Bros. Pictures. Richter Studios Creates Animation-Driven Video For DraftFCB. Annual MilkPEP Video Highlights Accomplishments http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_11_3_Richter Studios Creates Animation-Driven Video For DraftFCB.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_11_3_Richter Studios Creates Animation-Driven Video For DraftFCB.php Tues, 3 November 2009 09:00:00 CST Continuing a growing trend with its service offerings, Richter Studios recently completed an animation-driven video for DraftFCB. The finished video was part of an annual celebration highlighting the accomplishments of the Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP). "We had a lot of fun putting this video together and it's yet another example of Richter Studios' expanded service offerings," stated Richter Studios Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "Video is fast becoming the brochure of this era and there are so many fun and exciting things that can be done in this medium. Our animation team is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with and we're excited about the road ahead." The finished spot can be seen at http://www.richterstudios.com/portfolio?=13202. Richter Studios is an award-winning multimedia provider based in Chicago. The company's core offerings include 4K cinematography, high-definition filming, photography, interactive programming, 2D/3D animation, graphic design and web development. As a leading pioneer in the multimedia space, Richter Studios has been actively engaged in the democratization of digital video for over a decade. Richter Studios is a member of the Richter Family of companies, which includes Richter Stock and Richter Bros. Pictures. Richter Studios Wins 5 Telly Awards For First-Ever Feature Film. Award-Winning Documentary Narrated By Bill Kurtis. http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_8_31_Richter_Studios_Wins_5_Telly_Awards.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_8_31_Richter_Studios_Wins_5_Telly_Awards.php Mon, 31 August 2009 09:00:00 CST Following up on the success of it sold out premiere and upcoming release on DVD, the feature documentary film "Discovering Deerpath" was recently recognized with 5 separate Telly Awards. The film won for the following categories, History/Biography, Copywriting, Editing, Sound/Sound Design and Videography/Cinematography. "Being awarded with this many Telly's clearly demonstrates just how wonderful this documentary really is," stated Writer/Director Jeremy Richter. "Not many documentaries can claim they covered events and figures that spanned from Abraham Lincoln to the Apollo 8 Mission but this one can and history buffs everywhere are going to be thrilled with this effort." Richter Studios Wins Award For Nielsen Consumer 360 Web Site http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_8_6_Richter_Studios_Wins_Award_For_Nielsen_Consumer_360_Web_Site.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_8_6_Richter_Studios_Wins_Award_For_Nielsen_Consumer_360_Web_Site.php Thur, 6 August 2009 09:00:00 CST Despite the fact that the team at Richter Studios had less than a month to pull off a multi-functional site with live event coverage, high marks have been awarded for their efforts. The company was recently presented with a Hermes Platinum Award for its collaboration with the Nielsen Company. "This award is indicative of the quality of work that Richter Studios has earned a reputation for over the years," stated Richter Studios Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "We had less than a month to design, brand and program a dynamic web presence for this annual conference and we met the challenge. Not only did we create the living, breathing web experience but we also shot, edited and posted daily recap videos and photo galleries for each day of the show." The Consumer 360 site featured live Twitter feeds, video streaming, blogs, secure functionality and many more Web 2.0 technologies. This year's event was held at the Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida. Aside from some session-specific videos, all event photography and video was shot by Richter Studios and posted to the site during the course of the show. Richter Studios Wins Award For Trump Tower Video http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_8_6_Richter_Studios_Wins_Award_For_Trump_Tower_Video.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_8_6_Richter_Studios_Wins_Award_For_Trump_Tower_Video.php Thur, 6 August 2009 09:00:00 CST In recognition for its recent efforts creating a video for Bovis Lend Lease and the Trump Organization, Richter Studios has been awarded with a Hermes Platinum Award. As part of an initiative to raise awareness about the concept of phased occupancy, Richter Studios was hired by Bovis Lend Lease to create a video about the construction of Trump Tower in Chicago. "Chicago is one of the most amazing cities on earth and to be able to create a video that captures the essence of its gorgeous skyline is the something we're very proud about," stated Richter Studios Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "Filming from on top of the Trump Tower is a remarkable accomplishment and few firms can claim this incredible feat." As part of the effort, the crew at Richter Studios shot from on top of one of the cranes situated above the 92 story building. Cinematographer Marcel Morin climbed one of the tower cranes and shot the amazing footage with a Panasonic HDX900 Camera. Richter Studios Global Shooting List Expands. Full-Time Crews Have Shot In 26 States And 9 Countries To Date http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_3_16_Richter_Studios_Global_Shooting_List.php http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_3_16_Richter_Studios_Global_Shooting_List.php Mon, 16 March 2009 09:00:00 CST Richter Studios, leaders in the midwest video production industry, is proud to announce that its two full-time crews have shot on location in 26 states and 9 countries to date. Combined, it's crews have shot thousands of hours video footage featuring some of the world's most remarkable companies, people and destinations. "We're incredibly proud of the efforts that our crews have put forth over the years," stated Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "Through their experiences around the world, we bring an immense amount of ideas and approaches to any video project." Richter Studios Now Shooting With RED Cameras http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_3_11_Richter_Studios_Shooting_With_RED_Cameras.php Richter Studios, leaders in the midwest video production industry, is now available for booking with the RED Digital Cinema One Camera. Staffing two full-time crews, the company adds this revolutionary new camera to its existing arsenal of Pro-Grade High-Definition Cameras. "Our full-time crews have shot thousands of hours in the high-definition format," stated Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "They've shot from the cranes on top of the Trump Tower, underneath the Eiffel Tower and almost every other imaginable vantage point. They've earned their stripes as members of two of the best shooting crews in the midwest. This camera acquisition signifies, among other things, the beginning of our entry into the broadcast commercial market. And as new cameras are introduced and available from RED, we will make strategic purchases to further increase our presence in the high-end filming industry." Wed, 11 March 2009 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_3_11_Richter_Studios_Shooting_With_RED_Cameras.php Richter Studios Captures Footage On Top Of 92 Story Trump Tower http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_1_5_Richter_Studios_Captures_Footage_On_Top.php As part of a initiative to raise awareness about the concept of phased occupancy, Richter Studios was hired by Bovis Lend Lease to create a video about the construction of Trump Tower in Chicago. As part of the effort, the crew at Richter Studios shot from on top of one of the cranes situated above the 92 story building. Mon, 5 January 2009 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2009_1_5_Richter_Studios_Captures_Footage_On_Top.php Richter Studios Debuts First Feature Film "Discovering Deerpath" http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2008_11_17_Richter_Studios_Debuts_First_Feature_Film.php After a five minute, heartfelt standing ovation at the Gorton Center in Lake Forest, Illinois, Richter Studios Co-Founders David and Jeremy Richter had to pinch one another, as their lifelong dream had come true. For two hours and four minutes, a crowd of over 500 watched the feature film docudrama "Discovering Deerpath" magically light up the big screen for its world premiere in Lake Forest, Illinois. "This is - without question - the best moment of our careers to date," stated Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. "To have seen this all the way through and to do it in such grand style is something that my brother David, myself and the rest of the Richter Studios team will forever be proud of. We never knew our first movie would be about a town, let alone one so close to our Chicago studio. But in retrospect, the way the whole thing played out was the stuff of dreams. We will forever be grateful to Executive Producer Richard Marra and the truly remarkable town of Lake Forest." Mon, 17 November 2008 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2008_11_17_Richter_Studios_Debuts_First_Feature_Film.php Richter Studios Releases 2008 Version of Popular Virtual Tour http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2008_2_4_Richter_Studios_Releases_2008_Version_of_Popular_Virtual_Tour.php As part of the ongoing evolution of its web-based Virtual Tour, Pinehurst Golf Resort recently collaborated with Richter Studios to update a significant portion of the experience. Richter Studios created the original experience during the summer of 2006. The updated Tour features new video shot by Richter Studios of golf commentator Peter Kessler, as well as several new photo timelapses. The 2008 Virtual Tour can be seen at http:///www.pinehurst.com. “The Pinehurst team is an absolute joy to work with,” stated Richter Studios Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. “Every time we visit them we are reminded of what a class act they are. The new Virtual Tour features turned out fantastic and we are thrilled in knowing that thousands of golfing enthusiasts view the experience each and every week.” Mon, 4 February 2008 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2008_2_4_Richter_Studios_Releases_2008_Version_of_Popular_Virtual_Tour.php Richter Studios Establishes Long-Term Partnership With National Runaway Switchboard http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2008_1_28_Richter_Studios_Establishes_Long-Term_Partnership_With_National_Runaway_Switchboard.php A partnership between Richter Studios and National Runaway Switchboard (NRS) has been established with the creation of a film presenting the NRS’s curriculum. The initial collaboration of the project featured Chicago celebrity Meteorologist Steve Baskerville from Channel 2 CBS. The entire production was shot in High-Definition at Richter Studios and at the Center on Halsted. “We’re honored to have been chosen by National Runaway Switchboard to transfer a portion of their curriculum into the online realm,” Stated Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. “As we have learned through this initial collaboration, there are a lot of amazing people out there in the world tackling some very real domestic challenges. What the team at National Runaway are doing for at-risk youth is tremendous and we are very proud of the finished video.” Mon, 28 January 2008 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2008_1_28_Richter_Studios_Establishes_Long-Term_Partnership_With_National_Runaway_Switchboard.php Richter Studios Published In Annual ENR Photography Contest http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_12_1_Richter_Studios_photographer_Joe_Martinez_wins_ENR_Photography_Contest.php Richter Studios photographer Joe Martinez won two awards for the annual Engineering News Record (ENR) Photography Contest. The winning photos can be seen at http://www.richterbrothers.com/news/news-gallery.php. “The origins of Richter Studios stem partly from the Architecture and Engineering industry,” stated Co-Founder Jeremy Richter. “To be recognized by ENR with these photography awards is very special to us. I think the awards speak to Joe’s work ethic, which has been exceptional from day one at Richter Studios. I believe this is just a small glimpse of where he is headed in his career. “I feel honored to be recognized by ENR for my work.” stated award winner Joe Martinez. “It is a privilege to have my photos selected from among so many other talented photographers. I really have to thank Richter Studios for giving me the artistic freedom to capture the project through my eyes.” Sat, 1 December 2007 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_12_1_Richter_Studios_photographer_Joe_Martinez_wins_ENR_Photography_Contest.php Richter Studios Announces Major Multi-Year Partnership With The Walsh Group http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_9_14_Richter_Studios_Announces_Major_Multi-Year_Partnership_With_The_Walsh_Group.php After working with The Walsh Group on a variety of marketing initiatives over the past two years, Richter Studios is proud to announce that their successful collaboration has resulted in the undertaking of a company-wide video initiative to be unveiled at its annual gathering in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. “We’re so proud to have been awarded this initiative,” stated President Jeremy Richter. “The Walsh Group is widely recognized as one of the top construction firms in America, and given that the origins of Richter Studios stem from the same industry makes this announcement very special to our team.” Richter Studios was founded by Jeremy Richter and brother David in 1997 after Jeremy ended his accomplished tenure as Multimedia Director for architecture and engineering firm, AECOM. Tue, 14 August 2007 09:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_9_14_Richter_Studios_Announces_Major_Multi-Year_Partnership_With_The_Walsh_Group.php Children’s Memorial Pro Am Golf Tournament Captured In High Definition By Richter Studios http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_7_18_Childrens_Memorial_Pro_Am_Golf_Tournament_Captured_In_High_Definition_By_Richter_Studios.php As the 47th Annual Children’s Memorial Hospital Pro Am at Onwentsia in Lake Forest, IL nears its 50th anniversary, the organizers felt there was no better time to capture the event in High-Definition. With Chicago filmmakers Richter Studios creating a documentary in conjunction with the Lake Forest Historical Documentary Committee about the “past, present, and future” of the celebrated northern Chicago suburb, the inclusion of the country’s second oldest Pro-Am tournament was deemed paramount by all involved. Wed, 18 July 2007 10:08:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_7_18_Childrens_Memorial_Pro_Am_Golf_Tournament_Captured_In_High_Definition_By_Richter_Studios.php Richter Studios Celebrates 10th Anniversary Unveils New Company Name http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_7_12_Richter_Studios_Celebrates_10th_Anniversary_Unveils_New_Company_Name.php Richter Brothers Studios, a Chicago-based multimedia firm, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this month. The company was founded by David and Jeremy Richter back in 1997. David was a software engineer for Motorola for several years before forming Richter Brothers Studios with Jeremy, who was the multimedia director for AECOM, an architecture and engineering firm. The two originally conceived of starting an animation and interactive boutique. Once digital video became prevalent, however, the pair decided to add video production to their offerings and have since seen the company grow to a staff of 15. Mon, 01 June 2007 12:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_7_12_Richter_Studios_Celebrates_10th_Anniversary_Unveils_New_Company_Name.php Announcing Presented By Inc. The Most Advanced Presentation Software In the World http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_6_12_Announcing_Presented_By_Inc_The_Most_Advanced_Presentation_Software_In_the_World.php Fresh off their ten-year anniversary and name change from Richter Brothers Studios, Richter Studios has announced a long-term strategic alliance between Richter Studios and By Inc, a leading provider of presentation software and licensed content. Richter Studios will become the exclusive distributor of By Inc.’s recently announced presentation software product, Presented By Inc. Mon, 01 June 2007 12:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_6_12_Announcing_Presented_By_Inc_The_Most_Advanced_Presentation_Software_In_the_World.php Pinehurst Virtual Tour Wins Top Honors Richter Studios Team Awarded Multiple Golds http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_6_12_Pinehurst_Virtual_Tour_Wins_Top_Honors_Richter_Studios_Team_Awarded_Multiple_Golds.php Richter Studios was recently awarded two top honors for its efforts on the Pinehurst Golf Resort Virtual Tour. The company won a Gold Award from both the Horizon Interactive Awards, in the Self Promotion/Company Identity category, and the Aurora Awards, in the Promotional category. Mon, 01 June 2007 12:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_6_12_Pinehurst_Virtual_Tour_Wins_Top_Honors_Richter_Studios_Team_Awarded_Multiple_Golds.php Richter Studios Launches Snap-On Web Experience Video-Based Site Features Trio of Actors http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_6_12_Richter_Studios_launches_relyonyourinstict_for_the_Snap-On_Corporation.php Richter Studios recently launched a new first-person video-based web site for the Snap-On Corporation. The experience features actors shot in High-Definition by Richter Studios on location in Milwaukee. The web address for the new experience is www.relyonyourinstict.com, one in a series of Snap-On web experiences created by Richter Studios, including www.torqueinlesstime.com and www.motherofallcordlessimpactwrenches.com. Mon, 01 June 2007 12:00:00 CST http://www.richterstudios.com/content/press/2007_6_12_Richter_Studios_launches_relyonyourinstict_for_the_Snap-On_Corporation.php