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Stefan M. Bürkner

Writer/Director/

AI Implementation Consultant for Creatives

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ABOUT

I'm a Writer, Director, and AI Implementation Consultant for creatives. Passionate about film and the film industry, I recognize the urgent need for the industry to embrace AI. I strive to bridge the gap between creativity and technology, helping artists and filmmakers harness the power of AI to enhance their work and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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EXPERIENCE

2023 - present

A.I. Implementation Consultant

Freelance

Specialized in integrating AI solutions for creative industries, enhancing efficiency and innovation in artistic workflows. Collaborating with creatives to implement cutting-edge AI tools, driving transformative results in content creation and production processes.

2020 - present

Writer/Director

Freelance

Writing and developing multiple TV scripts and directing several films, collaborating closely with production teams to bring engaging stories to life. Working with all creative and technical departments to ensure seamless adaptation from script to screen.

2013

Intern

X Filme Creative Pool GmbH

Interned in the line producing department, responsible for funding applications, shooting schedules, and production coordination.

2009 - 2011

Developer and Producer

Dirk Grünberg Dog Training Program
Developed and produced a highly successful dog training program, managing the entire production process and achieving significant sales.

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EDUCATION

2024

University of Helsinki

Elements of AI, Building AI

Helsinki, Finnland

2014 - 2020

Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg

Film and Media, Directing

Ludwigsburg, Germany

2012 - 2013

South Seas Film & Television School

Film and Television Production, Directing

Auckland, New Zealand

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FESTIVALS & AWARDS

The Simulation of Being (2020)

PÖFF Shorts 2020

Bundesfestival junger Film 2021

FILMETS Badalona Film Festival 2021

20minmax Int. Short Film Festival Ingolstadt - Southern Film Award 2021

FILMZ - Festival des deutschen Kinos 2021

Blende Eins - Shortfilmfest Wilhelmshaven 2021

 

Proxima-b (2018)

Caligari Förderpreis 2018

Camerimage 2018

40. Biberacher Filmfestspiele - Bester Midldelength Film

Kurz.Film.Festival Künzelsau

Visual Effects Society Award 2019

48th Sehsüchte Student Film Festival

42. Grenzland Filmtage

Westminster Film Festival - Best Cinematography

European Cinematography Awards - Best Film, Best Cinematography 2019

Bundesfestival junger Film 2019 - Best Production

Benezia Film Festival - Best Film School Student Short

Student International Film Festival Rijeka

20. Izmir International Short Film Festival

Filmschau Baden-Württemberg 2019

Allgäuer Filmfeschdival 2020

 

The Rotton Scent of Cedar Wood (2017) 

Landshuter Kurzfilmtage 2017

Kurzfilmfestival Brüssel 

Filmzeit Kaufbeuren - Honorary Mention

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