Full-Service Photo & Video Production

Cinematic storytelling through photography and film – crafted with clarity and purpose. I’m Mink, a photographer, DOP, and producer based in Germany.

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Mink Joester

Director of Photography from germany

Hi, I’m Mink – a photographer and director of photography (DOP) from Germany.

I create commercial and documentary content with a cinematic, natural look. Working with both natural and artificial light, I focus on emotionally engaging, visually refined imagery.

I've collaborated with brands like Vaillant, Canyon, and Mellerud, and worked as DOP on two narrative films by Marco Papadopoulos, funded by the German Federal Ministry in 2023 and 2025.

I’m always open to new creative collaborations and visual challenges.

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Selected Work

Canyon

We had the opportunity to collaborate with the renowned bicycle brand CANYON on a campaign for their newly developed women’s mountain bikes. Shot on location in Italy, the project highlighted the strength and versatility of the new models through dynamic visuals and a dedicated web presence.

From concept to execution, the campaign focused on showcasing the innovative design and performance of CANYON’s women’s line – encouraging riders to push boundaries and explore more.

Client: Canyon
Agency: Alva Visuals
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Nahaufnahme eines Fahrradgetriebes mit Kettenblatt, Kette und Rahmen.

Nahaufnahme eines Fahrradrahmens mit Wassertropfen und dem Text "Bringing You Closer to the Bike".

Mountainbike vor grauen Rolltoren, Wort 'SPECTRAL' im Hintergrund.

Nachtansicht einer Küstenstadt mit beleuchteten Straßen am Meer, im Vordergrund das Wort 'CANYON' in großen Buchstaben.

Vergölst

For this project with Vergölst, a brand under the Continental Group and one of Germany’s leading tire and auto service providers, I was responsible for the cinematography of the main commercial as well as the campaign photography.

Together with a talented team, we produced a wide range of content – including the primary advertising spot, social media assets, and photographic material for both online and print use. The production combined clear messaging with a visually bold and approachable aesthetic, in line with Vergölst’s positioning as a modern, customer-focused service brand.

This project reflects the strength of integrated production workflows – delivering cohesive visuals across multiple platforms, from video to stills.

Client: Vergölst
Agency: T.W.O Kreativagentur
Production: T.W.O Kreativagentur

Mellerud

In January 2025, I had the opportunity to shoot a commercial for the German cleaning brand Mellerud, in collaboration with T.W.O Kreativagentur GmbH & Co. KG based in Düsseldorf. Despite the mid-winter timing, our lighting crew successfully created a bright, spring-like atmosphere on set – supporting the clean, fresh visual aesthetic the brand stands for. The art direction was led by Timm Leuchtenberg, who shaped the look and feel of the campaign with great attention to detail. This project reflects the strength of well-coordinated production: a clear vision, a focused team, and an outcome that feels light, relatable, and visually on-brand.

Client: Mellerud
Agency: T.W.O Kreativagentur
Production: T.W.O Kreativagentur

VAILLANT

In 2023 and 2024, we partnered with Vaillant to produce a comprehensive poolshooting for their international image and product communication. Together with a strong and reliable crew, we developed a visual concept that reflects Vaillant’s clean, forward-thinking brand identity.

We managed the entire production – from scouting locations and assembling the technical team to organizing the shoot on set. We proposed a curated selection of models that matched the brand's visual direction; final casting decisions were made by Vaillant. In addition to photography, we also captured a wide range of video content, ensuring a flexible asset package suited for use across multiple channels.

The production was executed in a high-key, bright and minimal aesthetic, using carefully controlled artificial lighting designed to appear natural and consistent throughout. This approach allowed for a clean, approachable look that aligned with Vaillant’s premium image.

The result: a cohesive, high-quality collection of stills and video, optimized for Vaillant’s international marketing and communication efforts.

Eine Frau hält ein kleines Kind im Badezimmer. Im Hintergrund ist ein großer Spiegel und ein Handtuchhalter sichtbar. Das Badezimmer hat moderne Armaturen und große Fenster.

Ein Erwachsener und ein Kind laufen in einem hellen Wohnzimmer mit Holzboden. Pflanzen und Möbel sind zu sehen, es herrscht eine spielerische Atmosphäre.

Ein älteres Paar in einer modernen Küche, lächelnd und über ein Kochbuch sprechend. Die Frau trägt einen gestreiften Pullover, der Mann ein grünes Hemd. Im Hintergrund sind Regale und ein Waschbecken sichtbar.

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