Hey, I'm Chris
a photographer,
videographer
and
art director
end to end production
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on time delivery
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thoughtful storytelling
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fun guy to work with :)
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end to end production ✦ on time delivery ✦ thoughtful storytelling ✦ fun guy to work with :) ✦
ABOUT ME
Since 2017, i have been shaping visual stories for international brands and agencies. As a visual Art Director and photographer, I fill the gap between bold aesthetics and high efficiency production.
My background combines over nine years of hands on industry experience.
From interior photography for companies like Home24 to directing and executing high volume productions for clients like Zalando, About You, Liebeskind and many more.
I don't just conceptualize, I execute.
I bring a structured, calm and solution driven mindset to a fast paced environment. By combining precise preproduction and communication with an expert knowledge for light, mood, and set logistics, I ensure the creative vision survives tight timings, endless formats, and real world constraints.
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Selected WORK
01
BERQ - SURPRISED WITH GEMA AWARD
FOCUS: VISUAL DIRECTION, CINEMATOGRAPHY & LIGHTING
CASE:
Since the artist Berq could not accept his newcomer award in person due to his ongoing tour, we produced an intimate teaser, to showcase at the award ceremony.
The challenge was, to create a visually high quality video portrait in an authentic recording studio atmosphere, that captures the emotional moment of surprise. Through a minimalist but atmospheric lighting concept, the bridge was built between the elegance of the music award and the roughness of the studio.
02
MICHAEL MICHALSKY X RUGGABLE
FOCUS: PRE PRODUCTION, ART DIRECTION & PHOTOGRAPHY
CASE:
Launch campaign for the exclusive carpet collection by Michael Michalsky in collaboration with Ruggable.
To guarantee maximum efficiency, we created multiple interior sets in one big loft. Within a tight two day timing, a consistent, high quality content pool was created consisting of room assets, web banners, social media carousels, and interview formats, that consistently transport the design DNA of both brands.
03
INTERNATIONAL VIDEO PORTRAIT FOR “50 BEST”
FOKUS: ART DIRECTION & LIGHTING
CASE 1: RENÉ FRANK - THE WORLD'S BEST PASTRY CHEF
Visual storytelling on an international level.
For the global YouTube channel “50 Best”, an in depth video portrait was created about Berlin's top tier gastronomy. Despite extreme logistical restrictions and tight timings on site, we created a cinematic look that reflects the exclusive mood of the location.
CASE 2: NOBELHART & SCHMUTZIG - HIGHEST CLIMBER AWARD
Two high end productions, two completely contrasting backdrops.
While the harsh light and deep dark shadows dominated at CODA, the focus at Nobelhart & Schmutzig was on a reduced and a little bit brighter room aesthetic.
The challenge for us, was to unite both worlds into a consistent, platform native, overall format.
04
LILIENTHAL BERLIN - EYEWEAR COLLECTION LAUNCH
FOKUS: ART DIRECTION, VISUAL CONTENT & SET LOGISTICS
CASE:
Conception and highly efficient execution for the launch of the new eyewear collection of the Berlin based brand Lilienthal.
The logistical challenge was, to consistently stage 20 different products on just a single production day with two models for both video and photo.
The solution was a radically structured production grid. By dividing the collection into four clear styling categories and shooting parallel on independent photo and video sets. The output was maximized without making any compromises on the brand’s visual identity.
STILL A FUN GUY TO WORK WITH :)
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STILL A FUN GUY TO WORK WITH :) ✦
LET'S create SOMETHING
If you are looking for an Art Director, who knows how to bridge the gap between bold concepts and efficiency on set production, let's connect.
Whether it's for a permanent position, a freelance project, or just a quick coffee or beer. I'd love to hear from you.