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🎬 Short Film Competition 2025 – Join Now!

Schweizer AG is excited to announce the relaunch of the Short Film Competition!

Following the success of last year’s contest on the theme “Multilingualism in Switzerland,” which brought together creative talents from across the country, we’re back with a fresh and exciting new topic.

This year’s theme:

👉 “Working in Switzerland”

Switzerland is one of the most productive countries in the world – but work is about more than just employment.
Raising children, caring for relatives, and volunteering also shape our daily lives.

All film genres are welcome – from fiction and documentary to satire and drama – as long as they explore aspects of working life in Switzerland.

🎥 Possible topics include:

Linguistic and cultural challenges in the workplace

Values and ethical questions in Swiss professional life

Opportunities and barriers for people with a migration background

Balancing paid and unpaid work

Unique aspects of Swiss work culture

Who can participate?

Filmmakers, actors, students, and all film enthusiasts who are over 18 and reside in Switzerland are invited to take part.

What’s in it for you?

An exclusive screening of the best short films at Arthouse Le Paris cinema in Zurich, plus a vibrant awards ceremony – with real festival flair.

In addition, the 15 best short films will be published on the short film platform Klipist, on the YouTube channel of the Schweizer AG, and on social media.

Show us your perspective on working life in Switzerland – whether critical, gripping, emotional, or humorous.

We look forward to your short films!

PRIZES

1. Prize

Sony FX6

2. Prize

Blackmagic Pyxis 12K

3. Prize

Canon EOS C80

4. Prize

Sony FX3

5. Prize

Nikon Kit Z 6III

6. Prize

Eizo CG2700X

Prizes to Win:

1st Prize Sony FX6 worth CHF 5,350.–

2nd Prize Blackmagic Pyxis 12K worth CHF 5,295.–

3rd Prize Canon EOS C80 worth CHF 5,039.–

4th Prize Sony FX3 worth CHF 4,675.–

5th Prize Nikon Z 6III Kit + 24–120mm lens worth CHF 3,065.–

6th Prize Eizo CG2700X worth CHF 2,700.–

7th Prize Aputure 80c 2-head kit worth CHF 1,210.–

8th Prize Rode NT-FS1 worth CHF 1,089.–

9th Prize Rode NTG5 worth CHF 600.–

10th Prize Hollyland Mars 4K worth CHF 510.–

11th – 13th Prize Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve Studio worth CHF 307.– each

14th Prize Hollyland Lark M2 Combo worth CHF 160.–

JURY

Marem Hassler

Marem Hassler is an award-winning Swiss actress, director, producer, writer, and cinematographer with an international career.

Her feature film debut Love, Bees & Fuckery, which she wrote and directed, was nominated for Best Picture at the 2024 Chelsea Film Festival in New York. Her short film Duo, which she also wrote, won over ten awards and received 27 festival nominations worldwide.

Marem studied law and theatre and is fluent in five languages. Her passion for cinema was sparked early on by her father, a Swiss cinematographer and filmmaker.

She began her career in England before moving to Los Angeles to continue her work as a filmmaker. There, she founded the production companies Prickly Pears Films and Viscus Films in the U.S., as well as Tatendrang Films in Switzerland. In addition to her work as an actress, director, writer, cinematographer, and acting coach, Marem is regularly hired in Los Angeles as a script consultant and script doctor.

Her strengths lie in sharpening stories, deepening characters, and crafting emotionally resonant narrative arcs.

Marem is excited to share her passion for filmmaking with like-minded creatives and to be part of the jury for the Schweizer AG Short Film Competition. Her versatility and experience both in front of and behind the camera make her an invaluable addition to the jury.

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Joel Basman

Joel Basman is the most prominent Swiss actor of his generation.

His career began in 2004 with the TV series Lüthi und Blanc, and he had his breakthrough in 2007 with Jimmie, for which he received the Swiss Television Award.

He went on to star in acclaimed productions such as Luftbusiness, Unsere Mütter, unsere Väter (ZDF), The Awakening of Motti Wolkenbruch (2018, Swiss Film Award for Best Actor), and Moskau Einfach!.

Internationally, Basman has appeared in Hanna (2011, directed by Joe Wright), Land of Mine (Denmark), Murer – Anatomy of a Trial (Austria), and The King’s Man (2021, UK/USA).

He is known for his remarkable versatility, his multilingual performances (in German, English, French, and Hebrew), and his nuanced portrayals of complex characters.

As a jury member, Basman brings not only a deep understanding of acting, directing, and screenwriting, but also a wide-ranging knowledge of the international film industry – gained through his involvement in over 60 productions during his still-young career.

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Alberto Venzago

Alberto Venzago is an internationally renowned Swiss photographer, photojournalist, and filmmaker.

He began his career with hard-hitting photo reportages on topics such as the Japanese mafia, child prostitution in the Philippines, and environmental activist Bruno Manser. He later worked with the legendary Magnum Photos agency, and his images have been published in major outlets such as Life, Stern, and Geo.

His documentary Voodoo – Mounted by the Gods premiered at the Toronto Film Festival. Other films, such as My Brother the Conductor and his contributions to The Invisibles: Congo (Berlinale 2008), demonstrate his strong instinct for visually powerful storytelling.

Venzago has received numerous awards, including Gold at the New York Film Festival and the Swiss EDI Award.

With decades of experience, a sharp documentary eye, and a passion for authentic storytelling, he is a tremendous asset to our jury.

www.venzago.com

Jean De Meuron

Jean de Meuron is a multi-award-winning Swiss filmmaker with a strong international profile.

He studied film, directing, and production at the New York Film Academy (NYFA), USC School of Cinematic Arts, UCLA Extension in Los Angeles, and The New School in New York, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts – Film & Media Studies with several academic honors.

He gained widespread recognition with his short film La femme et le TGV (starring Jane Birkin), which won multiple festival awards and was nominated for an OSCAR® in 2017 (89th Academy Awards – Best Live Action Short Film). In 2019, he received the prestigious Telly Award for his ambitious sci-fi proof of concept Megan. His directorial debut, the epic and award-winning short film Edge of Space, was shortlisted for the 2024 OSCARS® (97th Academy Awards) in the Best Live Action Short Film category.

In addition to his work as a director and producer, de Meuron has collaborated with major studios including Paramount Pictures, Universal Pictures, MGM, and Centropolis Entertainment in Hollywood, where he worked with Roland Emmerich (Independence Day).

Since 2019, he has been a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), the prestigious organization behind the OSCARS®.

His extensive experience, industry insight, and global network make him an invaluable member of the jury for our short film competition.

www.jeandemeuron.com

Philip Andrew Truempi

Philip Andrew Truempi is a Swiss actor, producer, and entrepreneur with an international career.

Ten years ago, he left his life in Switzerland behind and moved to New York with a one-way ticket. There, he studied at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute, whose alumni include legends like Al Pacino and Robert De Niro.

His journey then took him to London, where he appeared in over 25 international productions, including Bohemian Rhapsody, The Spanish Princess (Amazon Prime), and A Spy Among Friends (Sony) alongside Damian Lewis. He also played a leading role in the German feature film Die Liebe Deines Lebens. A recommendation from a Hollywood star helped him sign with a top agency in London.

Philip is also active as a producer. In 2020, he founded the streaming platform Klipist to give short films long-term visibility. Today, Klipist is one of the world’s leading platforms for short films, with over 200,000 users in 190 countries.

Since returning to Switzerland, Philip has been actively supporting the local film scene. With experience from OSCAR®, BAFTA, and Golden Globe-winning projects, he brings deep expertise to our jury and is dedicated to fostering emerging talent.

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José Garcia

José Garcia has been a well-known figure in the video and film industry for over 30 years and has served as Managing Director of Schweizer AG for many years.

Together with his team, he has consistently contributed to the technical expertise of the Swiss film and television industry. Representing Schweizer AG as the organizer of the competition, José places a strong emphasis on the technical quality of the submitted films.

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