Markus Keim (1969, Italy) studied history and political science at the University of Innsbruck and theatre studies at the University of Bologna. From 1999 to 2005, he was an actor at the independent theatre group theatercombinat. He lives and works in Vienna.

Since 2008, Beate Hecher and Markus Keim have been collaborating on an artistic level. Their joint projects – with focus on video, film, installation, and performance – were shown in over 50 countries at international festivals and events.