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Welcome!
I’m a passionate photo editor, making photojournalism more visible and accessible. As Chief Photo Editor of Switzerland’s leading Sunday paper “NZZ am Sonntag” I collaborate with some of the world’s most talented writers and photographers. My mission is to share my experience and expertise to help bring important visual stories to light.
Photojournalism
Learn to approach photojournalistic topics and tell compelling visual stories. I share insights on completing assignments from concept to publication.
Publications
Find the right images for any narrative and media outlet. I guide you on approaching editorial boards and tailoring stories to their needs.
Perspectives
Expand your storytelling by exploring new ways of seeing and interpreting visual narratives. I help you craft engaging stories through diverse viewpoints.
Behind the Scenes of Photojournalism
My Instagram reels offer quick, insightful takes on the world of photojournalism, sharing practical tips, behind-the-scenes and valuable lessons from real case studies. These videos are a key part of my mission to make photojournalism more visible and accessible, helping photographers, editors, and visual storytellers improve their craft. Explore the feed to learn, get inspired, and stay connected to the pulse of visual storytelling!
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About Me
I was born and raised in Switzerland and work in Zurich. In 2017, I completed an internship at the Swiss news and photo agency Keystone-SDA. During my studies at the School of Applied Linguistics (SAL), I worked as a freelance editor for the NZZ photo department, where I became a full-time staff member in May 2022. Since May 2024, I have served as Vice-Chief Photo Editor of the NZZ photo department and Chief Photo Editor of “NZZ am Sonntag”. In 2025, I was awarded the Asia Society Switzerland's Gen A Fellowship, where I focus on Chinese photojournalism as part of the program.
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