Jan Baumgartner – Profile

Portrait –

First, in a nutshell: you can book me as a Director, Live Director, Director of Photography or Video Editor.

Preferred cameras: Sony FX6 or Sony FX3, Blackmagic Pocket, Ursa.
Live setup: ATEM Live Broadcast
Post-production: DaVinci Resolve

I am a passionate filmmaker who loves telling stories through documentaries and reportage. In interviews, I create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that helps people share their stories authentically. I enjoy developing concepts and writing scripts just as much as working hands-on with the camera or in the edit suite.
As a live director, I thrive on teamwork and the challenge of capturing the perfect moment under pressure. I run my own small agency, producing portraits, customer testimonials and image films for SMEs across Switzerland. Whether collaborating with a crew, exploring nature or diving into exciting new projects, I bring creativity, calm focus and genuine enthusiasm to every production.

Work Experience –

References: produced customer testimonials, image films and other content for BDO, Autoneum, DMB Technics and LinkedIn (freelance).

Further Education / Workshops –

Waqas Qazi Masterclass in Color Grading Resolve

Personal equipment –

Cameras and Lenses
Sony FX3
Sony A7 IV
Sony GM 1 24-70 mm f/2.8 with Tiffen Vario ND
Sony GM 2 70-200 mm f/2.8 with Tiffen Vario ND
Sony GM 2 85 mm Prime f/1.4 with Tiffen Vario ND
Laowa 12 mm Zero Distortion

Lighting
Aputure 600X with Softbox and C-Stand
Aputure 300X with Softbox and C-Stand
2× Falcon Eyes 100 W RGB Flexible Panels with stands

Additional Gear
DJI Ronin RS2 Pro Gimbal
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Drone
Easyrig Minimax
5× V-Mount Batteries

Transport
Audi A3