I see myself as a link between the audio and the visual world, bridging picture and sound through years of hands-on work across film, video, and imaging. I operate as a filmmaker and visual artist with a global outlook, leading projects from concept to delivery while collaborating across disciplines and borders. My approach blends technical craft with creative storytelling, and I’m always eager to explore new technologies and methods to push the boundaries of what’s possible in media production. Based in Zurich, I run MAKANART and have wide experience as a cameraman, editor, producer, drone pilot, director, and photographer. I’ve worked on music videos, corporate productions, advertising, animation, and time-lapse projects, constantly refining my skills in video, photo, lighting, and post-production. I’m passionate about learning and applying the latest tools and techniques to deliver compelling visual experiences.

Markus Zehnder

I see myself as a link between the audio and the visual world, bridging picture and sound through years of hands-on work across film, video, and imaging. I operate as a filmmaker and visual artist with a global outlook, leading projects from concept to delivery while collaborating across disciplines and borders. My approach blends technical craft with creative storytelling, and I’m always eager to explore new technologies and methods to push the boundaries of what’s possible in media production. Based in Zurich, I run MAKANART and have wide experience as a cameraman, editor, producer, drone pilot, director, and photographer. I’ve worked on music videos, corporate productions, advertising, animation, and time-lapse projects, constantly refining my skills in video, photo, lighting, and post-production. I’m passionate about learning and applying the latest tools and techniques to deliver compelling visual experiences.

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I see myself as a link between the audio and the visual world, bridging picture and sound through years of hands-on work across film, video, and imaging. I operate as a filmmaker and visual artist with a global outlook, leading projects from concept to delivery while collaborating across disciplines and borders. My approach blends technical craft with creative storytelling, and I’m always eager to explore new technologies and methods to push the boundaries of what’s possible in media production.

Based in Zurich, I run MAKANART and have wide experience as a cameraman, editor, producer, drone pilot, director, and photographer. I’ve worked on music videos, corporate productions, advertising, animation, and time-lapse projects, constantly refining my skills in video, photo, lighting, and post-production. I’m passionate about learning and applying the latest tools and techniques to deliver compelling visual experiences.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Filmmaker / Visual Artist at MAKANART
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2020
Independent activity with MAKANART; roles included cameraman, editor, producer, drone pilot, director and photographer. Worked on event films, music videos, industrials, advertising and corporate video across Switzerland.
Project Manager / Cutter at Basler & Hofmann AG
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Worked as Cutter and part of the film team; served as Junior/Project Manager, organizing and prioritizing work to complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
Digital Artist / Cutter / Cameraman at ABAKU AG
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2008
Multimedia producer, Cutter, Cameraman and Digital Artist; coordinated and delivered multimedia content; handled production workflow.
DVD Operator / Graphic Artist at Hollenweger Video GmbH
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2005
DVD operator and graphic artist; contributed to multimedia projects and production workflows.
Head of Video Applications, Assistance CTO at Netzwork AG
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Head of Video Applications; assisted CTO; multimedia editor, graphic designer; led film/video related tasks.
Multimedia Editor, Cameraman & Cutter at Star TV
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Multimedia editor, graphic designer, Cameraman & Cutter for Star TV.
Head of Video Applications, Assistant CTO at Netzwork AG
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Head of Video Applications; Multimedia editor, graphic designer; involved in video production tasks and supporting technology needs.

Education

Multimedia Producer at SAE Institute, Zürich
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
TOEFL Diploma at ICC College, Hawaii, Honolulu
January 1, 1997 - January 13, 2026
Vocational school-leaving certificate at Technical vocational school in Winterthur
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
MSW Winterthur (Metalworking School Winterthur) at MSW Winterthur
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
Multimedia Producer at SAE Institute, Zürich
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
MSW - Metalworking School Winterthur at Winterthur
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
Vocational school-leaving certificate, Technical vocational school at Winterthur
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
TOEFL Diploma at ICC College, Hawaii
January 11, 2030 - June 6, 2026

Qualifications

TOEFL Diploma
January 1, 1997 - January 13, 2026
Multimedia Producer
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Vocational qualification
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
TOEFL Diploma
January 11, 2030 - June 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet