Archive republication: This article was originally published on 31 March 2021. It has been translated into English and lightly updated for clarity while preserving the original reporting and context.
HFF Munich
The University of Television and Film Munich appointed Jürgen Schopper professor for its visual-effects specialisation. He took up the role in April 2021.
The first cohort had started in the winter semester of 2020/21. Since November 2019, applicants had been able to choose between cinematography-focused visual design and the VFX programme.
Jürgen Schopper
Schopper moved to HFF Munich after 20 years at Nuremberg Institute of Technology, where he was the professor responsible for Film and Animation. His professional credits included work as a computer-animation artist on Independence Day, followed by positions as visual-effects supervisor and creative director at ARRI.
In the original appointment statement, Schopper thanked Professors Bettina Reitz, Tom Fährmann and Michael Coldewey, along with the colleagues who had supported his path to the role. The archived announcement was published on the HFF Munich website.
Digital Production 03:2021
Digital Production issue 03:2021 examined the design programme at Nuremberg Institute of Technology and HFF Munich’s diploma course in visual effects. Prospective students should verify current curricula and admissions requirements directly with the institutions.
