I am a visual creator and photographer based in Paris, specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content with a strong social-first approach. Experienced in creating platform-native imagery and short-form video across TikTok and Instagram, with a focus on visual impact, pacing, and attention-driven storytelling. Working across digital, analog, and mobile formats, I combine technical production knowledge with an intuitive creative approach. My background in high-volume studio environments, including large-scale e-commerce production, has built a strong foundation in lighting consistency, colour accuracy, and efficient workflows under fast-paced conditions. I bring an international perspective shaped by experience across Switzerland, Germany, Austria, the United States, and France. With a strong interest in merging analog techniques and darkroom processes with contemporary content formats, I create distinctive visual work that connects traditional craft with modern social media culture.

Samer Sider

I am a visual creator and photographer based in Paris, specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content with a strong social-first approach. Experienced in creating platform-native imagery and short-form video across TikTok and Instagram, with a focus on visual impact, pacing, and attention-driven storytelling. Working across digital, analog, and mobile formats, I combine technical production knowledge with an intuitive creative approach. My background in high-volume studio environments, including large-scale e-commerce production, has built a strong foundation in lighting consistency, colour accuracy, and efficient workflows under fast-paced conditions. I bring an international perspective shaped by experience across Switzerland, Germany, Austria, the United States, and France. With a strong interest in merging analog techniques and darkroom processes with contemporary content formats, I create distinctive visual work that connects traditional craft with modern social media culture.

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I am a visual creator and photographer based in Paris, specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content with a strong social-first approach. Experienced in creating platform-native imagery and short-form video across TikTok and Instagram, with a focus on visual impact, pacing, and attention-driven storytelling.

Working across digital, analog, and mobile formats, I combine technical production knowledge with an intuitive creative approach. My background in high-volume studio environments, including large-scale e-commerce production, has built a strong foundation in lighting consistency, colour accuracy, and efficient workflows under fast-paced conditions. I bring an international perspective shaped by experience across Switzerland, Germany, Austria, the United States, and France. With a strong interest in merging analog techniques and darkroom processes with contemporary content formats, I create distinctive visual work that connects traditional craft with modern social media culture.

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Language

English
Advanced
German
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Photographer at Breuninger
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Fashion and product photography for e-commerce production. Coordination of technical settings and lighting for 19 photo studios. Guarantee of visual consistency for images published on the site. Model direction and pose optimization. Final selection of images intended for online publication. Collaboration with stylists and image teams.
E-commerce Photographer at Breuninger
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Fashion and product photography for e-commerce production. Coordination of technical settings and lighting for 19 photo studios. Guarantee of visual consistency for images published on the site. Model direction and pose optimization. Final selection of images intended for online publication. Collaboration with stylists and image teams.
Photographer / Videographer at LILAR
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Photography and video studio for social media. Mood board creation and art direction. Model casting and location scouting in Paris and Marseille.
Fashion Photographer & E-commerce at Look Vision
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Studio and on-location photography for eyewear campaigns. Stylish photography with models in the studio and outdoors. Shooting organization and visual preparation. Model direction and image creation for digital communication.
Photographer / Videographer at LILAR Paris
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Photography and video studio for social media. Mood board creation and art direction. Model casting and location scouting in Paris and Marseille.
Studio Photographer at Photography Studio – Fashion Showroomprivé
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Studio photography with models. Packshots and creative images for newsletters.
Photographer / Stylist / Image Editor at Rochel Zoe SAMER SIDER Photography Studio Fashion Showroom
January 1, 2021 - Present
Studio photography with models. Packshots and creative images for newsletters.
Photographer / Stylist / Image Editor at Showroomprivé
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Studio photography with models. Packshots and creative images for newsletters.
Photographer / Stylist / Image Editor at À l'Ombre des Marques
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Product and silhouette photography. Image styling and post-production.
Photographer / Image Editor at À l'Ombre des Marques
January 1, 2020 - Present
Product and silhouette photography. Image styling and post-production.
Fashion Photographer at À l'Ombre des Marques
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Product and silhouette photography. Image styling and post-production.
Photographer and Videographer at Various Clients
January 1, 2020 - Present
Conducted studio photography including packshots, creative photos for newsletters, and video recordings with equipment such as Canon R3, drones, and GoPro. Managed model casting and location scouting primarily in Paris and Marseille for various commercial and creative projects.
Photographer - Freelance at Paris
December 31, 2019 - July 21, 2025
Freelance photographer specializing in online shops and lookbook creation. Worked as jury member and creative catalog shooter, modelbook creator for modeling agencies, and providing photography services mainly in fashion and e-commerce sectors.
Freelance Photographer at Freelance – Paris
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019
Freelance photographer working with clients in fashion and lifestyle photography.
Photographer at Freelance – Paris
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Freelance fashion photography with a focus on studio and location shoots for various clients.
Artistic Director at TeamA5, Vienna, Austria
December 31, 2013 - July 21, 2025
Managed artistic direction for an advertising agency, organizing and planning shootings. Styled shootings, photographed products and fashion items for major clients in cosmetics, fashion, jewelry, architecture, and gastronomy sectors.
Independent Photographer and Event Organizer at Own Studio, Vienna, Austria
December 31, 2010 - July 21, 2025
Operated an independent photography business including a photographic studio and large format printing services. Managed event organization related to the studio.
Art Director at Team A5
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Art direction and visual production of advertising campaigns. Organization and planning of film shoots. Collaboration with creative teams and photographers. Image production for international brands. Clients include: Vichy / L’Oréal / Milka / Swarovski / Wolford.
Freelance Photographer & Studio Owner at Vienna
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 2010
I run my own photo studio. I organize photo shoots and events. I offer large-format printing and image production.
Photographer at Freelance Photographer & Studio Owner
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 2010
I run my own photo studio. I organize photo shoots and events. I offer large-format printing and image production.
Photographer & Studio Owner at Vienna – Freelance Studio
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 2010
I ran my own photo studio. I organized photo shoots and events. I offered large-format printing and image production.

Education

Diploma at FHNW-Basel - Suisse
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000
Studies at TU Université Technique - Vienne, Autriche
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000
Bachelor of Arts Diploma – Photographic Lighting Techniques at FHNW Basel
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
French Language Training B2 at Alliance Française – Rouen
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Architectural Studies at TU Vienna – Austria
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Diploma – Photographic Lighting Techniques at FHNW Basel
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Video editing training at Art School – Rouen
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
French Training B2 at Alliance Française – Rouen
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Architectural Studies at TU Vienna – Austria
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Diploma – Photographic Lighting Techniques at FHNW Basel
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
French Training at Alliance Française – Rouen
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Architectural Studies at TU Vienna
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026

Qualifications

Formation de montage de vidéos sur Premiere et After Effects
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Formation de Français A2-B1
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Diplôme de techniques d'éclairage
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Montage de films sur Final Cut Pro, Web et Graphique
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Video editing training
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
French Language Certification – Alliance Française (B2)
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Diploma in Photographic Lighting Techniques
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Diploma in Photographic Lighting Techniques
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Video editing training
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
French Training B2
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Architectural Studies
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Swiss Video editing training
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Diploma – Photographic Lighting Techniques
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Swiss Video editing training
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
French Training (Alliance Française)
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
Architectural Studies
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other