I am Roberto Cancellara, a passionate and experienced video producer, director, cameraman, and editor based in Ittigen, Switzerland. Over the years, I've honed my skills in creating compelling motion pictures and digital media productions, constantly driven by emotion and creativity. My experience spans across various roles in digital media, TV, and film industries, and I have worked both as a freelancer and within established companies. I specialize in conceptualizing, planning, directing, filming, and editing videos, utilizing my proficiency in a wide range of software tools including Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Da Vinci Resolve, and more. My goal is to bring innovative ideas to life while maintaining a hands-on approach throughout the production process. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients and teams to produce visually engaging content that tells meaningful stories.

Roberto Cancellara

I am Roberto Cancellara, a passionate and experienced video producer, director, cameraman, and editor based in Ittigen, Switzerland. Over the years, I've honed my skills in creating compelling motion pictures and digital media productions, constantly driven by emotion and creativity. My experience spans across various roles in digital media, TV, and film industries, and I have worked both as a freelancer and within established companies. I specialize in conceptualizing, planning, directing, filming, and editing videos, utilizing my proficiency in a wide range of software tools including Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Da Vinci Resolve, and more. My goal is to bring innovative ideas to life while maintaining a hands-on approach throughout the production process. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients and teams to produce visually engaging content that tells meaningful stories.

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I am Roberto Cancellara, a passionate and experienced video producer, director, cameraman, and editor based in Ittigen, Switzerland. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills in creating compelling motion pictures and digital media productions, constantly driven by emotion and creativity. My experience spans across various roles in digital media, TV, and film industries, and I have worked both as a freelancer and within established companies.

I specialize in conceptualizing, planning, directing, filming, and editing videos, utilizing my proficiency in a wide range of software tools including Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Da Vinci Resolve, and more. My goal is to bring innovative ideas to life while maintaining a hands-on approach throughout the production process. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients and teams to produce visually engaging content that tells meaningful stories.

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Language

German
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Cinematographer and Cutter (Freelancer) at Diary of a Woman (feature film)
April 1, 2023 - Present
Worked as cinematographer and editor on the feature film 'Diary of a Woman' scheduled for release in 2024.
Senior Video Producer at IWF Communications, BL
October 31, 2022 - August 10, 2025
Responsible for concept development, planning, realization, and post-production of video projects.
Senior Video Producer at Kameramann.ch, ZH
March 31, 2023 - August 10, 2025
Handled concept creation, realization, production, camera work, and video editing.
Video Producer at CNN Money Switzerland, ZH
April 1, 2023 - Present
Led concept design, realization, production, camera operation, and editing for video content.
Technical Producer and Live Show Realisator (60% Part-time) at Unspecified
August 31, 2021 - August 10, 2025
Managed technical production and realization of live broadcasts and shows.
Dozent Digitales Filmemachen at Sekundarschule Thalwil
June 30, 2017 - August 10, 2025
Taught digital filmmaking courses.
Video Producer at Ringier AG, ZH
April 30, 2017 - August 10, 2025
Produced and realized various digital video formats.
Director of Photography at Nightfall (film by Simon Aeby)
March 31, 2015 - August 10, 2025
Managed cinematography for the feature film "Nightfall" released in 2018.
Freelancer at Various Clients
December 31, 2012 - August 10, 2025
Provided freelance services including concept, direction, camera, production, and editing.
Content Creator, Cameraman at Xmedia/Omnimedia AG, Flamatt
September 30, 2010 - August 10, 2025
Produced video content and operated camera equipment.
Content Creator, Cameraman at City Guide/Astramedia AG, Zürich
September 30, 2009 - August 10, 2025
Created content and performed camerawork.
Screenplay Writer and Cameraman at Kulturmarkt, Zürich
December 31, 2008 - August 10, 2025
Authored scripts and handled camera operations.
Investment Administrator Back Office at Swiss Life AG, Zürich
June 30, 2005 - August 10, 2025
Handled investment administration tasks in back office.
Clerk at Bundesamt für Migration BFM, Bern
January 31, 2004 - August 10, 2025
Performed clerical and administrative duties.
Media Pedagogy Lecturer at SLA of the University of Bern
January 31, 2004 - August 10, 2025
Taught media pedagogy courses.

Education

Hochschule für Film und Fernsehen, C.I.S.A. at Lugano
August 1, 1998 - July 1, 2001
Kulturmanager/Eventmanager at SAWI Bern
July 1, 2003 - December 1, 2003

Qualifications

Motion Capture, Focal, Neuenburg
July 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013
After Effects Professional, Eduvision, Bern
January 1, 2013 - April 30, 2013
Stunt Workshop 'Vorbereitung und Dreh von Auto- und Body Stunts', Focal, Lausanne
January 1, 2011 - February 28, 2011
Storyboard, Focal, Bern
January 1, 2011 - February 28, 2011
Videoschnitt Final Cut Pro, EB Zürich
July 1, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Hands on RED ONE, Simon Huber, Bern
July 1, 2009 - July 31, 2009

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Other, Education, Professional Services