About Me
Originally from Switzerland, I’m a Los Angeles–based Production Designer and Set Decorator with an M.A. in Film and Media Production from the New York Film Academy.
Through hands-on experience across the art department, I’ve worked on branded commercials, a television series, and award-winning short films. For my work on “Sequoia,” I was nominated for Best Production Design/Art Direction at the Burbank International Film Festival 2025.
I’m passionate about creating immersive, emotionally driven environments that enhance storytelling and authentically reflect the characters who inhabit them. Whether designing intimate sets or larger-scale productions, I’m always excited to collaborate with bold, creative teams to bring distinctive visual worlds and memorable cinematic experiences to life.
RESUME
A complete overview of my work, training, and selected credits in production design & set decoration.
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Featured in international publications and recognized for cinematic storytelling and production design work.
Audience Previews Burbank International Film Festival Lineup
International recognition for production design excellence and compelling visual storytelling.
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Showcasing Cultural Diversity and Cinematic Achievement
Feature highlighting Michelle Kunzler's cinematic production design and visual storytelling approach.
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Bridging Cultures Through Cinematic Artistry
Exploring cross-cultural storytelling through immersive production design and world-building.
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'In LA it's normal to work 12 hours or longer': Michelle about her life as a filmmaker
An intimate portrait of life on set in Los Angeles — the long hours, creative demands, and passion behind the craft.
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From Bergdietikon to Hollywood: Michelle's Life on Set
Following the journey from a small Swiss town to the heart of Hollywood's film industry.
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Filmmaker from Bergdietikon in Los Angeles
A local spotlight on Michelle's remarkable path from Bergdietikon to working as a production designer in Los Angeles.
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