Franziska Trefzer

Franziska Trefzer is a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology within Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. Her expertise spans interdisciplinary fields including Film Aesthetics, Media Pedagogy, and Dramaturgy. She holds a licentiate degree (lic. phil. I) in Theater and Film Studies with a minor in Ethnology, complemented by diverse studies in Media Science, English Philology, Religious Studies, and Philosophy.

• Education:
• Licentiate in Theater and Film Studies, with Ethnology as a secondary subject.
• Extensive studies in Media Science, Anglistics, Religious Studies, and Philosophy.

Her research and professional activities focus on bridging theory and practice, including documentary film production, media education, and voice/body work. She actively contributes to film festivals (e.g., Locarno International Film Festival) and cultural organizations like the Kinderfilmclub Zauberlaterne. Current projects include Video Essay. Futures of Audiovisual Research and Teaching, exploring innovative audiovisual research methods.

Professionally, she excels in organization, coordination, and moderation, with competencies in dramaturgy, production, and juror roles. Her teaching spans film aesthetics, thesis coaching, and project modules for design & knowledge programs.