+10 years of experience in design & visual communication at large, photography and video production for local and international clients in the realms of products & accessories, innovation, education, healthcare, hospitality.

Virgile Thévoz

+10 years of experience in design & visual communication at large, photography and video production for local and international clients in the realms of products & accessories, innovation, education, healthcare, hospitality.

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+10 years of experience in design & visual communication at large, photography and video production for local and international clients in the realms of products & accessories, innovation, education, healthcare, hospitality.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Video & Design Project Manager at HEC Lausanne, University of Lausanne
August 1, 2019 - Present
Creative assignments as part of the digital marketing strategy for the Executive Education department at HEC Lausanne. • Concept development, filming, and post-production of promotional videos for over 40 short courses, featuring professors, academic directors, and external speakers. • Redefinition of brand guidelines and graphic materials (flyers, brochures, web design) to achieve a more contemporary brand positioning.
Founder, Designer at Studio Virgile Thévoz
January 1, 2016 - Present
Responsibilities in the research, development, and limited production of custom projects for international clients and galleries, in the fields of product design, consumer goods and the luxury industry, photography, video, and scenography. • Clients: UNIL (ISSUL, IDHEAP, HEC), EHL, ECAL, E4S, Hermès, H&M, Hugo Boss, Christofle, Nestlé, Bloc Studios, Von Arkel, NOV Gallery, Mobilab Gallery, Clinique Valmont, Pemsa, ACK, Amey Martin, Atelier Dyakova, CMS Vaud…
Head of Production at Glaciers Patrol, Swiss army
March 1, 2024 - Present
Responsible for the preparation, production, and delivery of transmedia assets—both print and digital—for the communication channels and partners of the Patrouille des Glaciers, in collaboration with the Head of Communications and the Head of Media. • Production planning for a team of photographers and videographers. • On-site reporting, creation of photographs and videos for overall communication, media coverage, and the Patrouille des Glaciers Foundation. • Quality control and archiving of media created during the event.
Workshop teacher at ECAL
April 5, 2015 - April 9, 2015
Supervision and coordination of a one-week workshop for first-year Bachelor’s students in industrial design, in collaboration with the Italian marble company Bloc Studios. Selection and follow-up of the production of selected projects for an exhibition in Milan.
Prodcut/industrial designer at Studio Michael Anastassiades
April 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015
Research, development, and design of bespoke lighting products for Michael Anastassiades’ collection, as well as various custom commissions for architectural and hospitality projects. Product follow-up for international galleries (V&A Museum, London), events (Milan Design Week), and brands (Flos).

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Product & Industrial Design at ECAL
September 12, 2008 - June 12, 2011
Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Design for Luxury & Craftsmanship at ECAL
August 26, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Project Leadership at HEC Lausanne, University of Lausanne
March 5, 2022 - November 10, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Education, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality