In Canada we're fortunate to have access to a variety of funding opportunities that help conservation organizations and environmental nonprofits tell their stories. A large portion of my filmmaking work with organizations is funded by...
I've just finished a filming assignment about the release of Hornless Oakworm Moths for a new documentary film project for the Long Point Biosphere. This beautiful moth is listed as a Species of Special...
In the pursuit of creating engaging and authentic content, many environmental organizations still rely on scripts. While scripts can be useful in some situations, they can also hinder authenticity and spontaneity. I'm not saying you...
I'm starting something new on all of my conservation filmmaking assignments that's designed to give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the work that I do in the field. The projects are all client projects so...
The nocturnal world of southwestern Ontario's wilderness is alive with creatures that thrive under the cloak of darkness. Behind the lens of a camera, amidst the tangled foliage and hushed whispers of the night,...
Let's face it: When conservation organizations are seeking videographers today there's a wide array of generalists out there to hire, ranging from weddings, business, and real estate videographers. Trying to find a videographer specializing in...
From firsthand experience, I can tell you this: Field biologists have loads of stories working for conservation. Often, though, many of these stories stay within the walls of the organization. I know that for my...
Do we really need stories for conservation? Does storytelling really move the needle in getting people to care more about nature? Yes! Of course stories matter. Conservation storytelling serves as a vital conduit between nature and...
In the field of conservation filmmaking, where every frame tells a story, the distinction between a good filmmaker and a great one often lies in their mastery of environmental narrative storytelling. While technical prowess...
WorkCabin Creative's newest conservation video production work is a website how-to tutorial for NatureCounts, an interactive data portal by Birds Canada. NatureCounts allows people interested in birds, whether for conservation, research or their personal...
