I am Irem Güngez, a Turkish-born multidisciplinary artist based in Zürich, working with photography, video, and performance documentation. My practice explores memory, presence, and how stories are archived through images and moving image, often within exhibitions and collaborative contexts. I studied Fine Arts at Zurich University of the Arts (MA and BA) and have participated in exchange programs in Hamburg and Ravenna. I work as an independent artist and collaborator on solo and group shows, with a focus on art documentation, installations, and live-camera performance projects. I am fluent in Turkish and English, with working knowledge of German and Italian, and I enjoy bridging diverse artistic practices and contexts.

İrem Güngez

I am Irem Güngez, a Turkish-born multidisciplinary artist based in Zürich, working with photography, video, and performance documentation. My practice explores memory, presence, and how stories are archived through images and moving image, often within exhibitions and collaborative contexts. I studied Fine Arts at Zurich University of the Arts (MA and BA) and have participated in exchange programs in Hamburg and Ravenna. I work as an independent artist and collaborator on solo and group shows, with a focus on art documentation, installations, and live-camera performance projects. I am fluent in Turkish and English, with working knowledge of German and Italian, and I enjoy bridging diverse artistic practices and contexts.

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I am Irem Güngez, a Turkish-born multidisciplinary artist based in Zürich, working with photography, video, and performance documentation. My practice explores memory, presence, and how stories are archived through images and moving image, often within exhibitions and collaborative contexts.

I studied Fine Arts at Zurich University of the Arts (MA and BA) and have participated in exchange programs in Hamburg and Ravenna. I work as an independent artist and collaborator on solo and group shows, with a focus on art documentation, installations, and live-camera performance projects. I am fluent in Turkish and English, with working knowledge of German and Italian, and I enjoy bridging diverse artistic practices and contexts.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Photographer & Videographer at Fat (Femme Artist Table)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Photographer and videographer responsible for capturing and documenting artistic events and performances, enhancing visibility and archival quality for the project.
Art Documentation Specialist at Various Projects
December 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Documented multiple art shows, performances, and exhibitions including work with artists such as Cath Brophy, Claire Linder, Sultan Çoban, and Alexandra Sheherazade Salem. Responsibilities included live-camera work, video documentation, and promotional projects across Switzerland and Europe.
Prompter at Schauspielhaus Zürich
December 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Worked as a prompter for theatrical productions including Faust I&II and Faust marathon, supporting actors and stage management during live performances.
Live-Camera Operator at Schauspielhaus Zürich
December 31, 2025 - July 30, 2025
Handled live camera operations for theatrical productions such as Wilhelm Tell by Milo Rau, and worked on video projections for various stage performances.
Photographer Assistant at Various
December 31, 2018 - July 30, 2025
Assisted photographers, contributed to photo shoots including jewelry photography and product photography in different artistic contexts.
Photographer / Videographer at Self-employed / Independent Artist
December 31, 2023 - September 10, 2025
Photographer and videographer focusing on art documentation and exhibition productions; contributed to solo and group shows and collaborations with Zurich-based artists.
Actor at Schauspielhaus Zürich
December 31, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Live-camera performer for stage productions, including pieces such as Also sprach Zarathustra by Sebastian Hartmann; contributed to video/live projections in 2025.

Education

Master of Arts at Zurich University of the Arts
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Bachelor of Arts at Zurich University of the Arts
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Arts at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at Zurich University of the Arts
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Zurich University of the Arts
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Exchange Program at University of Fine Arts of Hamburg
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Art History at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Erasmus Program at Fine Arts Academy of Ravenna
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Master of Arts in Fine Arts at Zurich University of the Arts
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts at Zurich University of the Arts
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Exchange Program at University of Fine Arts of Hamburg
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA in Art History at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Erasmus Program at Fine Arts Academy of Ravenna
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Other