Matthew Kolze

Matthew Kolze is an experienced optical design and technical support professional currently serving as Head of Optical Design at ARRI Rental since 2009, where collaboration with clients focuses on modern and vintage optics for various formats. Prior roles at ARRI include Technical Marketing Executive, responsible for technical support regarding the Alexa 65 digital camera system, and Camera Service Department Manager, overseeing day-to-day operations of the camera service department with a team of 17 technicians. Matthew's expertise was further developed through positions at ARRI, Visual Products, Alan Gordon Enterprises, and Panavision, where skills in camera repair, lens calibration, and service management were honed.