I am a Cinematographer & Visual Artist with a background in audiovisual communication and a focus on cinematography and post-production. I enjoy coordinating projects, maintaining creative spaces, and supporting artists and teams in collaborative environments. My professional work spans film, commercials, television series, and studio photography, and I also develop independent artistic projects that are presented in collaboration with theater, dance, and performance contexts. Based in Finland for over 11 years, I am fluent in English and Spanish, with solid working knowledge of Finnish. My practice explores the intersection of moving image, atmosphere, and emotional narrative, always aiming to fuse technical craft with expressive storytelling.…

Cristian Medel

I am a Cinematographer & Visual Artist with a background in audiovisual communication and a focus on cinematography and post-production. I enjoy coordinating projects, maintaining creative spaces, and supporting artists and teams in collaborative environments. My professional work spans film, commercials, television series, and studio photography, and I also develop independent artistic projects that are presented in collaboration with theater, dance, and performance contexts. Based in Finland for over 11 years, I am fluent in English and Spanish, with solid working knowledge of Finnish. My practice explores the intersection of moving image, atmosphere, and emotional narrative, always aiming to fuse technical craft with expressive storytelling.…

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I am a Cinematographer & Visual Artist with a background in audiovisual communication and a focus on cinematography and post-production. I enjoy coordinating projects, maintaining creative spaces, and supporting artists and teams in collaborative environments. My professional work spans film, commercials, television series, and studio photography, and I also develop independent artistic projects that are presented in collaboration with theater, dance, and performance contexts.

Based in Finland for over 11 years, I am fluent in English and Spanish, with solid working knowledge of Finnish. My practice explores the intersection of moving image, atmosphere, and emotional narrative, always aiming to fuse technical craft with expressive storytelling.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Finnish
Advanced

Work Experience

Cinematographer & Visual Artist at Freelance, Helsinki / Santiago at Cristian Medel
January 3, 2010 - Present
• 20+ years of experience across the art and audiovisual industry, including television, series, films, advertising, documentaries, video art, live performances, and education. • Cinematography and camera operation for narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. • Lighting design and execution as Gaffer and Electric. • On-set image management as Digital Imaging Technician (DIT). • Focus pulling and technical camera support in complex shooting environments.
Cultural Producer at Cinemaissi / Caisa Cultural Center / Globe Art Point, Helsinki at Cinemaissi
October 15, 2023 - December 10, 2024
• Coordinated cultural events including film screenings, exhibitions, and panel discussions. • Assisted international guests and panelists with logistics, communication, and event preparation. • Collaborated with multiple partners to ensure successful execution of events and technical setups.
Photographer at MEERO, Helsinki at Meero
June 6, 2021 - March 5, 2023
• Capture professional photographs of residential properties listed for rent. • Highlight the property’s interior and exterior features through high-quality images. • Work with real estate agents to meet marketing and listing requirements.
Visual Artist – City of Helsinki / Finnish Museum of Natural History, Helsinki at City of Helsinki / Finnish Museum of Natural History, Helsinki
August 7, 2022 - December 23, 2022
• Directed a multidisciplinary art installation combining video mapping, performance, and dance. • Coordinated artists and technicians, supervised the setup and maintenance of exhibition spaces. • Followed safety and operational procedures during installation and public access.
Filmmaker & Video Editor at Kulttuurikeskus Ninho ry, Helsinki
August 4, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Directing and Editing video content to Kulttuurikeskus Ninho ry to develop a more multicultural and plurilingual children's culture in Finland. • Created and edited audiovisual content for a multicultural arts organization. • Supported event documentation, coordination, and communication with participants and partners.
Creative Director at Whitepoint , Helsinki
April 9, 2017 - February 24, 2019
• Led the creative vision and execution of post-production services for a wide range of clients, ensuring high-quality results aligned with brand and business goals. • Worked closely with designers, editors, and other artists to develop creative solutions from concept to final delivery. • Managed creative workflows, timelines, and resources while maintaining high artistic standards.
Still Photographer/Video Content at Kotimaa 24, Helsinki
December 21, 2014 - August 19, 2018
Directing and editing content for the website related to the Lutheran church and contingency. Also still photography, mainly portraits.
Cinematographer & Editor at Kiasma Andy Warhol Superstars project, Helsinki
January 5, 2015 - May 4, 2015
• Collaborated on a multidisciplinary art show combining dance, cinema, photography, performance, fashion, music, and installations at Kiasma Theater. • Gained hands-on experience in lighting design, cinematography, and video editing for both live projections and social media content. • Developed skills in visual storytelling and content adaptation for different media platforms. • Enhanced creative problem-solving and project management abilities by coordinating with diverse artists and adapting quickly to dynamic, experimental production environments
Board Member at Globe Art Point
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
Advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Finnish arts sector; contributing to event planning and policy discussions.

Education

Bachelor in Audiovisual Communication Minor in Cinematography at Arcos School of Art & Cinema
March 4, 1996 - December 10, 2001
Filmmaker - Video editor - Producer - Photographer - Cinematographer - Videographer
Digital Cinema, Composition and Visual Effects at Trazos School, Madrid
January 6, 2020 - June 8, 2020
Digital Cinema, Composition, and Visual Effects (VFX) merge filmmaking with technology, using digital tools for storytelling where VFX integrates computer-generated (CG) elements with live-action footage, compositing blends these layers seamlessly using techniques like keying and tracking, and composition guides the visual arrangement (balance, focus) within the digital frame, all to create immersive, impossible, or enhanced realities, from fantastical worlds to subtle enhancements, making digital filmmaking a powerful, inseparable art form
Cinema at ARCOS Film & Art School, Santiago
March 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001
Digital Cinema, Composition and Visual Effects at Trazos, Madrid
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

ADOBE PREMIERE PRO - PHOTOSHOP - FINAL CUT - DAVINCI RESOLVE - AFTER EFFECTS
March 9, 2020 - December 10, 2025
Certificated Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve are leading video editors, while Photoshop handles static images, and After Effects does advanced motion graphics/VFX; Premiere & Resolve offer robust editing, but Resolve dominates color, Fusion matches AE's VFX, and Final Cut is optimized for Apple hardware, with Adobe providing seamless integration across its Creative Cloud suite for unified workflows.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Non-Profit Organization
    paper DESCONCENTRACIÓN

    Dance Film About created by a collective group TUNGSTENO

    Director: Cristian Medel - Ariel Leon Isacovitch
    Choreographer: Jose Vidal
    Editor: Cristian Medel - Victor Ruiz
    Cinematographer: Cochis Contreras
    Camera: Cristian Medel
    Art Director: Raul Azocar

    Thanks for use of the intro of the incredible Mirwais “Disco Science”

    paper Dreamer - Andy Warhol Superstars

    Andy Warhol Superstars it was a Multi-art show performed in Kiasma Theater. By means of dance, cinema, photography, performances, fashion models, musicians and installations. Artists such as: Jorma Uotinen, Kauko Röyhkä, Aapo Siikala, Crystal Clears among others. Creative project where I was lighting, shooting and editing shots and setting up content on social media. Some shots them were used to be projected.

    Director: Simon Bergman
    DOP & Editor: Cristian Medel
    Video show artists: Aapo Siikala, Jorma Uotinen, Markku Haussila.

    Special Thanks for musicalization to: Crystal Clears

    paper Dark Summer

    Director & Cinematographer: Cristian Medel
    Cast: Irini kala, Mirjami Rasilan, Natasha kyle, Joona Móttó.
    Makeup Artist: Mira Salmela, Aino havu.
    Gaffer: Emil Eren Bulut.
    Best Boy: Nando de Brujin.
    Produced: Kino Euphoria.
    Special thanks! Music by: Frankie goes to Hollywood - Relax.

    paper LOOK AT

    An art collective came together to make a fashion film video exploring a provocative concept. Artists from different areas of art and fashion united by an artistic movement.

    Direction: Colectivo Tungsteno
    Edition & DOP: Cristian Medel
    Art Direction: Raul Azocar
    Models: Cecilia Buscariolli - Felipe Tozzi - Flavia Drummond
    Camera Operator: Alexis Salinas
    Wardrobe: Lizbeth Haltenhoff
    Make up & Hair : Pia Bedregal
    Post Production: Victor Ruiz

    Thanks for use of the intro of the incredible: Telepopmusik, Angela McCluskey.