We've all been there, wondering how to make the revision and review process efficient. It's incredibly time consuming to make ongoing changes, re-render a project, and upload yet another copy for review and likely...
WorkCabin Films' mission goes beyond simply documenting nature. We are committed to ethical storytelling that upholds the integrity of conservation efforts, respects wildlife and ecosystems, and honours the voices of those working to protect...
WorkCabin Films' documentary filmmaking style uses an in-the-field, as-it-happens technique. The scripting and storyboarding method you see in corporate videos and commercials has become practically extinct in nature documentaries. And for good reason: When...
I'll be honest, in the early years of my video work, it was tough. I did the generalist videographer thing. Back then, and still today I'm sure, there's a lot of crowd that only...
Post-production is now underway on Saving The Night Caller, an immersive new wildlife documentary that takes audiences deep into the nocturnal world of the Eastern Whip-poor-will—one of Canada’s most mysterious and threatened bird species. Produced...
As the founder and Senior Cinematographer at WorkCabin Films, I've been asked many times to describe my favourite kind of filmmaking, especially my documentary style of filming. What's the most effective? What's the most...
Many creators dream of being recognized with prestigious awards. A film festival laurel can add credibility, attract funding, and boost career opportunities. However, in the pursuit of accolades, some filmmakers fall into the trap...
Somebody asked me the other day to describe my conservation filmmaking style. I think the best way to describe it is immersive. I don't mean 3D immersive. I mean something more genuinely powerful. Every...
Here's the scenario: Your conservation organization has secured funding for a documentary. So what happens next? As the funding recipient, how does the collaboration process work when your organization hires a documentary filmmaker? Let’s...
When you and your organizational team embark on having a video created and produced, it's important that everyone is on the same page about the format. Doing this will save headaches and extra costs. In...
