Rita Hencke

  • rita.hencke@gmx.de
  • Germany
  • 27/08/2024
Field work, Office work Conservation and ecology Communication Environmental education Other

Personal Summary

Rita Hencke is a German photographer and filmmaker, currently based in Munich. Graduating in Marine & Natural History Photography from Falmouth University in the UK, Rita specializes in documentary productions with a focus on environmental and ethnographic storytelling.
With a wealth of professional experience as a freediver and scuba diver, Rita captures compelling underwater images and films that underscore the urgent need for conservation. She explores both above and below the water to reveal our deep connections with the natural world.
Her photographic work has been exhibited in Falmouth, and her films have received international recognition, earning awards for their impactful storytelling. Notable projects include the student films “Sea-renity” and “Salt in their Veins.”

Work Experience

Freelance photographer/filmmaker

Education

Marine & Natural History Photography
Sep 2020 - Jun 2023 Falmouth University

Name and surname

Rita Hencke

Nationality

Germany

Years of experience

Recent graduate

Are you looking for a job in:

I am willing to move abroad

Additional training

Scuba Diving Instructor with PADI and SSI

Language (indicate level)

German, native

English, fluent

Digital competences (indicate level)

Underwater photography and filmmaking, Documentary production, Digital photography, Drone Piloting, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro

Personal website / LinkedIN

https://www.ritahencke.com