Meet the team

Robert Witoschek is Campus Dean at BIMM University Berlin, leading the operational heartbeat of the campus and ensuring every student learns in a professional, inspiring and supportive environment. From facilities and technology to wellbeing and communication, he works to create a community where students feel confident, connected and ready to grow.

Robert played a key role in establishing BIMM Berlin, helping to bring the vision of an international, industry-connected creative hub to life. His journey began at a Depeche Mode concert in 1987 and has taken him through almost every corner of the music world — performing in punk and electronic bands, touring, working at a record label, organising concerts, DJing and hosting a radio show.

After studying Social Sciences, he moved into educational management and went on to found Noisy Academy and Music Pool Berlin, while contributing to the development of the House of Music. These projects reflect his passion for building spaces where creativity, collaboration and real industry experience can thrive.

Creative, international and people-focused, Robert is committed to ensuring every student at BIMM Berlin has the chance to explore their ideas, build their networks and shape a career they’re proud of.

Born in Weimar, East Germany, Robert studied at the world-famous Bauhaus University and began a career in the creative industries.

Robert has already had a fascinating career, achieving directing acclaim and working at many of the renowned Theatres, Opera houses and Festivals throughout the German-speaking Theatre Industry. Most recently, he has been responsible for creating ‘theatre to go’, a mobile format which brings German theatre classics to non-traditional venues across Düsseldorf in condensed and highly accessible versions.

As well as following a professional career as a theatre, film and digital media artist, Robert has also pursued a successful academic career as a lecturer and a tutor at a variety of Art-, Film- and Drama Schools, including a recent position as a professor at Cours Florent, a French acting school based in Berlin, where he was responsible for initiating, building up and running a BA Acting program for international students from all across the globe.

Luisa has been part of BIMM Berlin for over four years, first leading Student Services and now serving as Head of School for the Music Faculty. She brings more than 16 years of experience in higher education, with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and the development of human talent.

She holds two master’s degrees in Human Talent Management and Economics & Financial Management, and is completing a PhD in Higher Education: Research, Evaluation and Enhancement. Alongside her leadership work, Luisa has lectured in Business Administration, Finance, Economics and Human Talent Management, combining academic insight with practical experience in shaping successful programmes.

Before joining BIMM, she worked as an Academic Director, leading a multi-disciplinary team and overseeing a broad range of educational initiatives. Her track record reflects a deep commitment to quality, collaboration, and student success.

A firm believer in the power of music as a universal language, Luisa champions its ability to support wellbeing, spark creativity and bring communities together. She is dedicated to ensuring every BIMM Berlin student enjoys an inspiring, meaningful and transformative learning experience—one that supports academic growth, personal development and future potential.

Dr. enrique perez is a game developer, researcher, artist, consultant with over fifteen years of experience in games design, development and gamification. enrique began their professional career in the 1990s and has since worked on a diverse range of international projects for the American, German, Danish, Swedish, Mexican, Yemeni, Burmese, and Thai markets. These include interactive media, toys, analogue and digital games (casual, strategy, combat, match-3, party, rhythmic, puzzle, educative), postings, gamification, installations, performances, and an amusement park attraction.

enrique’s academic and professional accomplishments are as extensive as their career history. They have received several awards and scholarships, and presented games and animated clips at international festivals. They have published a comic book, and their animated music video has been screened at selected cinema theatres in the US, and premiered on AOL’s music site, TheSpinner.com. Beyond their own accolades and achievements, enrique’s past students have also gone on to do great things in the industry, including significant game design awards across the globe for work created on their course.

With bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communication Science, Classical Animation and New Media and Game Design, enrique achieved their Ph.D. magna cum laude in 2019 with a thesis focused on design theory, design methods, and game design applied to indie game development.

As Head of School for Creative Technology at BIMM University Berlin, Enrique’s priority is to make students, lecturers and staff happy and successful by ensuring a creative, inclusive, safe and opportunity-rich environment for them to thrive and have a successful career. enrique looks forward to hearing from you and supporting you through your entire experience at BIMM University – always with a smile!

Feel free to approach enrique in English, Spanish, German, Italian, Swedish, and Danish/Norwegian – not only is enrique an accomplished creative technology professional, they’re also impressively multi-lingual!

Mischa Wasmuth is a full-stack developer, bringing over a decade of expertise in game development and interactive media. With a Master’s degree in Media Informatics with a focus on Game Programming and Game Design from the BHT Berlin, his academic research has focused on artificial intelligence in multiplayer games and innovative visualisation technologies.

Throughout his career, Mischa has consistently pushed the boundaries of interactive technology, particularly in virtual reality and real-time applications. His work on award-winning VR projects, including the “HUXLEY” VR Escape Rooms, demonstrates his commitment to excellence in immersive technologies.

As a developer and creative director, Mischa has led diverse projects ranging from VR spatial prototyping tools for train and aircraft interior design to large-scale interactive advertising installations for major clients like O2 and umdasch Store Makers. His expertise spans multiple engines and technologies, with particular depth in Unity3D, Unreal Engine, and various programming languages.

Franco-German by birth and fluent in three languages, Mischa brings an international perspective to his teaching. Beyond his technical expertise, he maintains an active interest in martial arts, bouldering, and classical piano, believing that diverse experiences enhance creative problem-solving in technology and game development.

Joe teaches Music Business at BIMM University Berlin. He is a writer and broadcaster for the music industry news, research, and analysis service Music Ally, with a focus on music business, marketing, and technology.

He has extensive experience and a network of connections in the worlds of online music discovery, music-tech platforms, and online artist services. He works in a developmental, marketing and management role with emerging artists, and helps organise and operate major live events at SXSW, The Great Escape, as well as Most Wanted: Music and Tech Open Air in Berlin.

He ran the influential new music blog ‘A New Band A Day’ from 2008- 2018 (which led to his nomination for the ‘Indie Champion Award’ by the UK’s Association of Independent Music) and has worked in UK radio, music PR, and plugging.

Joe started teaching at BIMM Manchester in 2013 and has taught at BIMM Berlin since 2016.

Theodora is an Irish session keyboardist, vocalist, choir director, and arranger based in Berlin, Germany.

In recent years, she has toured extensively as a keyboardist and backing vocalist with artists such as Lisa Hannigan, James Vincent McMorrow, Saint Sister and Sorcha Richardson. Most recently, Theodora has been playing alongside German pop artist Michael Patrick Kelly (formerly of The Kelly Family) on his 2022/23 ‘BOATS’ album arena tour.

In 2020, Theodora launched a creative project entitled The Theodora Byrne Ensemble, which sees a varied group of contemporary singers performing vocal arrangements in collaboration with artists such as Bell X1, Lisa Hannigan, and Wallis Bird. Theodora works in collaboration with the artists to create bespoke arrangements for TV, recording or live settings.

Theodora holds a first-class honours undergraduate degree in Popular Music Performance specialising in Vocals from BIMM University Dublin, and a first-class honours master’s degree in Community Music from the University of Limerick.

Sol Bondy is a multi-award-winning producer based in Berlin. After graduating from the Berlin film school dffb, he founded ONE TWO FILMS in 2010, which is focused on international co-productions.

Highlights include Un Certain Regard-winner THE HAPPIEST DAY IN THE LIFE OF OLLI MÄKI by Juho Kuosmanen, Isabel Coixet’s Goya-winner THE BOOKSHOP, Jennifer Fox’s Sundance breakout THE TALE, Ali Abbasi’s Cannes competition title HOLY SPIDER or the 2024 Camera d’Or winner ARMAND by Halfdan Ullman Tøndel.

His most recent production is the Berlinale Special Gala title KÖLN 75. Bondy was named “Future Leader” by Screen International and “10 Producers to Watch” by Variety, is a TAP and Inside Pictures alumni and member of the German and European Film Academy.

He teaches at many leading European Film schools, including dffb Berlin, FAMU Prague, Film University Potsdam or HFF Munich.

Chiara von Galli was born on April 18, 1994. She is an actress, known for Die Toten reiten schnell (2015), Wild Chicks in Love (2006) and Dragon Kingdom (2018).

As Student Recruitment & Admissions Manager, Tom’s main responsibility is ensuring that everyone interested in studying at BIMM Berlin has a positive experience during their application journey before becoming a student. Prior to this role, Tom worked in the Careers, Industry and Marketing departments, with highlights including creating a project with industry partners that to-date has generated over £2m in paid revenue for students and graduates, and involvement in opening BIMM University Berlin colleges in London, Manchester and Berlin. 

Tom has worked in various areas of the music industry over the years, as both a performer and behind the scenes within music management and PR. A multi-instrumentalist, Tom has performed with various original bands at venues and festivals across the UK and Europe, including headlining London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire and performing at V & Isle of Wight Festival, achieving two top-5 singles within the Austrian and Norwegian indie charts, and releasing music through a number of indie-labels. As a session musician, he has performed with clients and artists including the X-Factor and Little Mix. Tom has also worked within music management, PR, events, and marketing, with clients ranging from Robbie Williams and the Foo Fighters to Metallica and Britney Spears. 

Highly motivated and personable manager with a solid background in International Admissions, team management, resource development, and organisational international communications. I have a strong track record of collaborating across departments to enhance recruitment strategies, streamline processes, and improve student experience. Known for my approachable demeanour, I pride myself on maintaining professionalism and fostering positive relationships with colleagues, prospective students, and stakeholders.

With a particular strength in International qualification comparison and assessing international students’ eligibility against University entry requirements and those on ECCTIS, I am adept at managing and interpreting complex admission criteria to ensure accurate decision-making. I have also contributed to the development and maintenance of comprehensive databases, supporting efficient and data-driven admissions processes.

My passion lies in operational management, particularly in the context of international recruitment and supporting the implementation of new initiatives within higher education. I excel at leading and mentoring teams, both in-person and remotely, to meet day-to-day demands and navigate high-pressure challenges while aligning with institutional goals. With a diverse skill set and a proven ability to adapt quickly to changing environments, I am committed to driving efficient and effective outcomes in dynamic, international-facing settings.

Artur Rabinski, who was born in Poland, spent over a decade in the UK, where he graduated from Manchester School of Art, followed by working in the creative industries as a photographer, filmmaker, and visual artist. This led to several national and international film festival successes and exhibitions. He was charmed by Berlin’s lifestyle and technoculture and decided to relocate to the German capital in 2015. 

As Applicant Experience and Outreach Team Leader, Artur is responsible for making sure that every BIMM applicant’s journey to enrolment is as easy and straightforward as possible. He manages recruitment and promotional activities and events for BIMM Berlin, including new student auditions and interviews, workshops, open days, school visits, educational and agent fairs, community outreach activities and various online events. 

Nora’s role encompasses liaising with the wider music industry and sourcing the best career and placement as well as gigging opportunities for BIMM students and graduates.

Prior to joining BIMM University Berlin, Nora has worked in various areas of the music industry, including streaming & distribution services such as Juke in Berlin and INgrooves in London, promoting live music events and working with an artist booking agency. Additional previous experience includes working in Public Relations within the German film industry, including representing a variety of commercial and independent film distributors at the Berlinale Festival (Germany’s biggest film festival).  

Peter Becker is an Anglo-German actor with a diverse background in journalism, film production, and adult education. Before and during his training at the Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Arts, he worked as a Casting Director and Junior Producer for various film production companies.

His on-camera work includes roles in German-language and international productions such as One Trillion Dollars (Paramount+), Babylon Berlin (Sky/ARD), Bad Banks (ZDF), Tatort (ARD), Polizeiruf 110 (ARD), 13 Minutes, and Unknown. Since 2021, he has been a main cast member of the ZDF series WIR.

He has performed at numerous prestigious theatres, including the National Theatre in London, Volkstheater in Vienna, Deutsches Theatre and Maxim Gorki Theatre in Berlin, Thalia Theatre in Hamburg, and Schauspiel Köln.

As a voiceover artist, Peter collaborates regularly with public broadcasters such as the BBC, ARTE, and Deutschlandradio, as well as international companies like Porsche, Miele, Bose, Audi, Hyundai, and many others.

In addition to his acting career, he supports clients from business, media, and culture as a dramaturgical consultant, communication trainer, and presentation coach. From 2016 to 2022, he served as co-managing director of a company focused on utilising acting techniques in business communication training. In 2023, he further honed his expertise by earning a certification as a Communication and Behavioural Trainer from artop – Institute at the Humboldt University of Berlin.

Since 2024, Peter has been a certified Mental Health First Aider. Currently, he works as a Lead Lecturer in Acting at BIMM University Berlin.

Website: www.peter-becker.biz