Sophie Werdin

Sophie combines business expertise with extensive experience in film and media. From 2013, she worked at Caligari Film, most recently as Head of Business Affairs, overseeing complex production processes in commercial, contractual, and strategic matters.
Her focus is on building and strategically developing brands and creating sustainable value from IP — from concept through licensing to long-term market positioning.
As Managing Director of Vertical Minds, she shapes the company's growth at the intersection of media, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with the goal of establishing new formats like Vertical Drama strategically and with a strong audience focus.