CHRIS SCHMID

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER & CINEMATOGRAPHER/DOP (CH)

Chris Schmid is an accomplished Swiss freelance producer-director, Director of Photography, and photographer with over a decade of experience specializing in natural history.

As a Sony Ambassador and National Geographic Explorer, Chris is known for his ability to create stunning visuals and compelling stories that combine cinematic aesthetics with a documentary style. He is particularly skilled at working in some of the most challenging environments on earth, particularly when it comes to filming and photographing big cats. Chris is driven by a deep passion for nature and a desire to raise awareness about the fragility of our planet.

Chris' impressive client list includes major industry players such as Disney Nature, BBC, National Geographic, Sony, Terra Mater, Arte, WildAid, and WWF.