Choreography on Rigs with Movement Director Marie Zechiel. Movement Director Marie Zechiel working on set with director Raynald Gresset. Choreography on Rigs. Movement director based in Berlin, working globally.Movement Director Marie Zechiel working on set with dancers. Movement director based in Berlin, working globally.Movement Director Marie Zechiel working on set with Darren. Movement director based in Berlin, working globally.

As a highly skilled movement director Marie Zechiel specializes in creating and instructing sophisticated movement and body languages tailored to the unique demands of each project. Her primary objective is to develop a distinctive physical narrative that enhances the authenticity and overall quality of the production. Whether working on film, television, music videos, commercials, or live performances, Marie collaborates closely with directors and creative teams to craft a motion vocabulary and choreography that seamlessly aligns with the project’s vision. Marie Zechiel’s expertise as a movement director extends to designing specific training methods and coaching performers—including actors, singers, dancers, models, and extras—ensuring they acquire the necessary skills to embody the desired movement style. On set, her role as a movement supervisor is vital, as she adeptly translates last-minute adjustments into effective physical expressions, ensuring every shot captures the intended narrative.

Marie’s extensive skill set encompasses specialized areas such as underwater movement, cross-gendered movement, chorus work, and choreography in various dance styles. Her versatility and ability to adapt to different creative needs make her an invaluable asset in any production setting.

Marie Zechiel’s profound understanding of movement is deeply rooted in her background as a professional dancer. Holding a BA (HONS) from the renowned Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, her expertise in dance informs her work as a movement director, enabling her to approach movement with a depth of knowledge and intuition that is essential for creating dynamic and expressive physical storytelling. Specializing in camera productions, Marie’s work spans high-profile commercials, music videos, fashion shows, and gallery installations. She also mentors artists in developing their own movement vocabulary. Her portfolio includes collaborations with prestigious clients such as VOGUE, Calvin Klein, Longines, Heidi Klum, Rammstein, Herbert Grönemeyer, and Mercedes Benz. As both a choreographer and movement director, Marie Zechiel’s contributions have been integral to the success of these notable projects.

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As a movement director Marie Zechiel researches, develops and instructs sophisticated movement and body languages for a project aiming to create a suitable and unique physical narrative that raises production quality and authenticity.
In exchange with the director and team she proposes a motion vocabulary and choreography which fits best to the project’s vision, before she develops specific training methods and teaches all necessary skills to the performers (e.g. actors, singers, dancers, models, extras).
Especially on set with the production Marie Zechiel is a valuable motion supervisor to translate last-minute improvements as a movement director. Her skill-set includes underwater movement, cross-gendered movements and chorus work as well as doing choreographies in different dance styles.
Her field of work is specialised in camera productions such as commercials, music videos, photo shootings but also fashion shows and gallery spaces and the movement mentoring for artists. As a Choreographer and Movement Director Marie Zechiel has been involved in many music videos, commercial shoots and fashion shows. Clients include: VOGUE, Calvin Klein, Longines, Heidi Klum, Rammstein, Herbert Grönemeyer, Mercedes Benz.

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