Gianni Ness
Photographer & Filmmaker
Hi, I am Gianni!
I'm a Swiss based content creator that delivers Commercial Photography and Videography Services for brands all over Europe.I've worked with brands, companies and non-profit organizations to tell compelling stories and help them not only connect, but also build deeper and more genuine relationships with their audiences.
Services
Working from our Swiss-based studio, we offer a range of services for brands, companies, and public figures that need high-quality short-form videos, promotional videos, event aftermovies, and comprehensive brand awareness campaigns. Additionally, we provide tailored social media content creation and management to enhance your online presence and engage your audience effectively.
Short-Form Video Production: Engaging Instagram Reels, TikTok Clips, and YouTube Shorts.
Social Media Content Creation: Craft Interactive and Captivating Social Media Content.
Promotional Videos and Event Aftermovies: Generate Excitement and Memorable Event Highlights.
Contact
Do you have a project in mind? Are you looking for someone to help you highlight your mission or product? If so, Gianni and his team would be more than happy to create inspiring and engaging content for you. Use the contact form below to get in touch.
WeeklyGee Season 1
The WeeklyGee is a Series, whereEvery week I take hundreds of videos and photos, but some of the photos and videos and put together a short video with the most interesting clips and shots that otherwise will never see the light of the day.These videos are up every Thursday at 8PM (Swiss time).
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Discover the Camera Gear I use
My Recommended Reading List
They say books are life shortcuts and I couldn't agree more with that statement. Over the years, they've helped me acquire and develop new skills in a fraction of the time.In this page, I listed some of my favorite books about entrepreneurship, productivity, growth hacking, and psychology.
Self Help Books
There are books out there that can help you build a better life, have great relationships, find your purpose, and much more. These books are typically called "Self-Help Books" and here are a few that you should, in my humble opinion, read at least once.
Entrepreneurship and Business
Whether you are running a startup or thinking about building one, these books can teach you a lot.In particular, if you are wondering how to start a side hustle, check out The 4-Hour Workweek. On the other hand if you need some ideas to scale your current business, take a look at both The Lean Startup and Traction.
My Photography Gear
Welcome to the heart of my creativity! Dive into the tools that bring my storytelling to life. Contrary to popular belief, the right gear elevates both content and skills. From trusted cameras to versatile lenses, these essentials shape my narrative. Whether you seek inspiration or are curious about the magic behind the scenes, this is a brief tour of the gear that's transformed my creative journey.To help you decide what to get next, I wrote under each item either Highly Recommended, Solid Choice, or Consider Alternatives.DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above are affiliate links which means if you choose to purchase an item, I may get a small commission with no additional cost to you. It's all stuff I use a lot, and I am happy to recommend. 🙂
Cameras
The key tools that enable me to create great content and tell compelling stories.
Sony A7RV
(Solid Choice)One of the best photography cameras out there. Not entirely worth it if you already own an A7Riv, but otherwise a great choice.
Sony A7Siii
(Highly Recommended)The perfect camera for 99.9% of filmmakers. Only consider the FX3 if you want sell your film to Netflix.
Sony A7C
(Solid Choice)Once the smallest Fullframe camera, this tiny camera is great if you want something not too bulky.
Camera Lenses
A camera is useless without a good lens! Here are the camera lenses I use the most.
Sony FE 24 mm f/1.4 GM (Prime)
(Solid Choice)This lens is so good! If I had to shoot a film and had to choose only one lens, I would choose this one.
Sony FE 35mm F1.8 (Prime)
(Solid Choice)If you're looking for a 35mm lens for videos, go for this one. The GM version has a focus breathing problem. However, if you only want to take photos, then go for the GM version. It's amazing!
Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM (Prime)
(Solid Choice)This fat fella is capable of creating magic like no other lens can (except maybe for the 135mm). You probably don't need one in your kit, but rent one at least once.
Sony 16-35mm Vario-Tessar T FE F4 ZA OSS
(Consider Alternatives)This was the first lens I bought when I switched to the Sony system. It's a great lens for landscape photography, but unless you are on a tight budget you should go for the GM version or the Sigma counterpart.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
(Highly Recommended)There are not many lenses that can compete with the Sony G Master lenses, but this is one is one of those lenses. Even if you have the cash, I'd probably buy the Sigma 24-70 F2.8 instead of the GM version.
Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM (Prime)
(Solid Choice)This fat fella is capable of creating magic like no other lens can (except maybe for the 135mm). You probably don't need one in your kit, but rent one at least once.
Become a Patreon
If you enjoyed my content (e.g. videos, tutorials, articles, etc.) and want to support the channel, please consider leaving a small tip. Thanks in advance for being awesome! 🤗---Hello and welcome to this page! 👋My name is Gianni and as you can tell by the content on my YouTube channel, I am an outdoor and action sports photographer based in the Swiss Alps. 🐄Throughout the years, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel to dozens of countries and capture not only some of the most beautiful landscapes but also numerous wild animals in their natural habitat. 🐘Whenever possible, I’ve tried to bring you along with the help of the apps we all love and use everyday such as Instagram, Facebook, and so on. Unfortunately though, my many projects have made it and currently are making it harder for me to share content as I used to do, so I’ve decided to create this page for anyone who would like to support my channel and help me create more videos. With your help, I will be able to take less projects and create more content for you. 😊Every donation makes a huge difference, so thank you very much! I really appreciate each and every one of you who supports me and my channel. 😊🙏As a thank you, you will get to see previously unshared photos and videos only available on this site. In addition, if you decide to go for the membership and become a Pro Supporter, you will get exclusive access to behind the scenes content, to insights about the tools and strategies that you can use to succeed as a photographer, and last but not least you will be able to participate in a monthly Q&A session with me! 😄Merci Vilmal (thank you so so much!) for your support and ciao from the Swiss Alps. 🤠Cheers,
Gianni
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