Teddy receiving his first Emmy Award in 2019 for the short documentary F*** Your Hair.
Teddy "Waffles" Wachholz is a cinematographer, producer, and editor with an Emmy Award to his name. Teddy's film & video journey commenced in his early years, blossoming into a passion that guided him to Columbia College Chicago.
Since then, His focus has been on an array of projects, including commercials, documentaries, and corporate and branded content. Notable clients and organizations entrust Teddy with their vision, a list that includes Red Bull, SC Johnson, Speedway, Wells Fargo, MB Financial Bank, The Chicago Bulls, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and even the White House.
 Specializing in comprehensive A-Z video production, Teddy enjoys the process from the inception of an idea to the delivery of the final cut, ensuring each project is a hit in its own right.

• music videos • educational • documentary • corporate • Commercial • non-profit •
• interviews • podcasts • Food & bev • live performances & events • weddings •
• social media content •
Filming for a non-profit on Chicago's south side. Teddy loves working with kids.
Filming for a non-profit on Chicago's south side. Teddy loves working with kids.
Filming the music video for "Black Love" by Nuny da Gypsy.
Filming the music video for "Black Love" by Nuny da Gypsy.
A group shot of One City Films with Lena Waithe after interviewing her for the feature documentary "A Tiny Ripple of Hope."
A group shot of One City Films with Lena Waithe after interviewing her for the feature documentary "A Tiny Ripple of Hope."
Behind-the-scenes filming on location a pilot for a food & beverage travel show.
Behind-the-scenes filming on location a pilot for a food & beverage travel show.
Filming a quick interview in Chicago's suburbs.
Filming a quick interview in Chicago's suburbs.
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