Managing Partner
Gieske Studios
Production studio in Pforzheim: advertising photography, film, CGI, and agency services for brands including Hansgrohe, WMF, Schüller, and next125.
Gieske Studios is a high-end production studio based in Pforzheim. Marius Rieg joined the company in 2009 as a photo assistant, became an advertising photographer, took on project and studio management, and has been managing partner since January 2018.
The studio produces advertising photography, film, and photorealistic CGI imagery for brands including Hansgrohe, WMF, Schüller, next125, Otto, Junghans, and Walter Knoll – from concept through production to post-production. Through Gieske Rent Service, the studio also rents out studio space and production equipment.
Under Marius Rieg's shared leadership, the studio grew from classic catalog photography into a production partner for CGI and interactive product presentations ("interactive experience by gieske").
Marius Rieg's role at Gieske Studios
Since January 2018
Managing Partner
Responsible for strategy, sales, and the studio's development – from classic advertising photography to CGI, film, and interactive product presentations.
February 2014 – January 2018
Project Lead, Studio Manager & Advertising Photographer
Led catalog productions and campaigns, including high-end kitchen and interior photography.
June 2012 – February 2014
Advertising Photographer
September 2009 – June 2012
Trainee Photographer
Produced high-end advertising photography for catalogs and online shops.
March 2009 – September 2009
Photo Assistant (Internship)