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 big cats.
Chris is driven by a deep passion for nature and a
desire to raise awareness about the fragility of our
planet.
As a director Chris produced Frozen Warriors (2018),
highlighting the plight of the mighty musk ox, which
won best short documentary at Green Screen and was
an official selection at the National Geographic Short
Film. He also produced and directed Okavango (2020)
which won best short documentary at the International
Nature Image Festival (FIIN). Chris' impressive client list
includes major industry players such as Disney Nature,
BBC, National Geographic, Sony, Terra Mater, Arte,
WildAid, and WWF.