Meet our interdisciplinary team of experts at the Media & Methods Lab – where audiovisual media and science intersect. Learn more about us and our passion for creating innovative educational media.

Lead Media & Methods Lab Team

Jeanine's insatiable curiosity drives her to explore the intersection of science, education, and audiovisual media, which is reflected in her role as the leader of the Media & Methods Lab at ETH Zurich. With a background in film and animation, education and media studies (her dissertation was about "Science, Film, and Media Design") and quite some project-based experiences in working with various research disciplines, Jeanine brings a wealth of experience to her role.

Between 2017 and 2019, she worked as a researcher at the Centre for Innovation at Leiden University in the Netherlands where she worked on topics such as VR, AR, responsible innovations, including deepfakes.

Prior to that, she worked as a junior researcher and teacher at FHNW Basel from 2014 to 2017. Her work has focused on addressing global challenges, inequalities, and sustainability, and she has collaborated with institutions such as research for development (SNF), Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences (SCNAT), University of Zurich, and ETH Zurich, WSL, Oxford University, Ludwig-​Maximillians University Munich, University Osnabrück, WWF/COOP & Southpole Carbon, PRO7/Sat1.

e-​Accessibility Specialist

Anton is a digital accessibility and universal design expert with almost 15 years of experience in the field. He is passionate about creating a born-​accessible digital world where everyone has equal access to learning materials and media. At ETH, he works towards making the university more accessible to people with disabilities and those who want to adapt their environment to their needs. Anton has a PhD in cognitive psychology and is interested in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Currently, he is fascinated by predictive processing theory. You can learn more about Anton's work on the ETH e-​Accessibility platform.

Script Writer & Production Manager

Robin’s passion for stories and storytelling informs most of her life choices. Her love of books led her to study English and German literature and linguistics at the University of Zurich. Whilst completing her master’s degree, she started to work at a large news outlet to gain experience in journalism and social media. After a couple of years, she left the newsroom to work as a project manager before returning to journalism as an editor, and eventually head of editorial. Thanks to these work experiences, and several personal side projects including a podcast and a cookbook, Robin has gained a profound understanding of what it takes to tell a great story in different media – and also what it takes to execute a project successfully from start to finish. She especially likes the challenge of presenting complex information in an engaging way, and is excited to explore all the possibilities that audiovisual storytelling in a scientific context offers. In her free time, you’ll usually find her with a book or some knitting needles in hand.

Motion Design & UI/UX Designer

Carlo has many interests, but his biggest one is animation. He holds an M.A. in Animation from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and a professional certificate in UX Design from Google. With ten years of work experience as a Motion Designer, he has worked as a freelancer for several companies and later as an employee in broadcasting stations. Throughout his career, Carlo has worked across various mediums, including print and online media. His main task was producing trailers and teasers for television and cinema, and he was responsible for key visuals and the design of in-​house productions.

Since the end of 2021, he has been a member of the Media & Methods Lab Team and works as a motion designer and video editor. Carlo is excited to be part of this creative team and to share his knowledge for the benefit of the educational institution. In his free time, Carlo likes gardening and illustration, and when possible, he enjoys drawing and capturing his life in his sketches.

2D animator & Illustrator

Estelle graduated from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. She worked as a freelance artist for several years, creating educational and informational videos that ignited her passion for transforming complex information into engaging visualizations. This passion led her to join the Media and Methods Lab in early 2022. A fan of storytelling in all forms, Estelle particularly loves comics. In her free time, she enjoys drawing or exploring the city of Zurich, where she lives.

Animator & Illustrator

Hannes is a 2D Animator and Illustrator who specializes in design and storytelling. He received his BA in 2D Animation from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, and has since worked as a Motion Designer both in-​house and as a freelancer. As part of the Media & Methods Lab Team, Hannes works in a variety of roles, including creating project looks, visualizing core concepts in scripts as a Storyboarder, and bringing illustrations to life as an animator. Hannes is a versatile team player who can navigate the complexities of educational media production with ease. When he's not working, he can often be found in a café sketching or playing soccer and table football.

Motion & Graphic Designer

Jane is a graphic designer trained in Zurich with over 10 years of experience in creating static and animated design solutions, such as corporate designs, websites, and key visuals. She studied motion design at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and holds an M.A. in design and art. At the Media & Methods Lab Team, she contributes with graphics, motion design, and illustration. Jane also teaches "Motion Design with After Effects" at the Zurich School of Design and was an examination expert there for 4 years. In her free time, she enjoys reading crime novels, fine dining, and taking walks in the autumn forest. In addition to her passion for Thai boxing, she finds a cup of black tea to be a great source of energy.

Data Scientist

Meet Daria Onishchuk, a dedicated AI and Data Science Specialist at ETH Zurich, currently pursuing her Master's in Applied Information and Data Science at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. Daria expertly merges creativity with technology to pioneer innovative uses of generative AI in multimedia content creation. Also, she is currently working on the project "Grading hand-written exams with AI assistant" using Large Language Models (LLMs).

She’s deeply fascinated by how AI technologies like deepfakes can transform cybersecurity, striving to understand and influence these changes positively. When she's not immersed in data or the latest AI trends, Daria is always eager to learn something new, diving into self-development or non-fiction books, participating in hackathons, exploring museums, or attending diverse workshops from archery to playing drums.

Video Producer & Post-Production Expert

Alexander graduated in film with a specialization in directing from Lucerne University of Applied Sciences in 2018. With several years of experience in a production company in Liechtenstein, he possesses a broad knowledge of the entire production process, ranging from working on set to expertise in directing and producing. At Edu Media, he fulfills the roles of video producer and post-production specialist.

Outside of his professional life, Alexander is a passionate film enthusiast with a profound love for technology and science. In the analog world, he takes delight in admiring the beauty of the world while maintaining a childlike sense of wonder. To relax and gather inspiration for his stories and sketches, he enjoys listening to film soundtracks or Neil Diamond while ironing his shirts.

Programmer in Educational Technology

Daniel is an XR Specialist and Game Developer with expertise in virtual and augmented reality technologies. He holds a M.A. in Interaction Design from ZHdK and a BSc in Computer Science from ZHAW. He has experience across various roles, including freelance XR development, as a Mixed Reality Prototype Engineer at Meta, and a position as Lead Developer & Tech Artist at a small startup VR/AR agency. He has been passionate about games and immersive experiences since childhood and loves trying out new technologies and exploring new approaches to solving complex problems and improving current workflows. He holds a particular fascination with the potential that XR Technology has in education, and is eager to push and spread this as much as possible.

Beyond the digital realm, Daniel is engaged in martial arts, both as a practitioner and instructor. He cherishes quality time with his wife and loves to annoy their two cats.

Actor

Nanuq is a 2.5-​year-old Japanese Spitz who loves to run, play, and ride on stand-​up paddleboards. He also enjoys being cuddled behind his ears.

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