Conservation Documentaries on a Budget?
Just suggest the idea of doing a documentary to a small conservation nonprofit and eyes will glaze over faster than a fox diving into a snow bank in search of a shrew. The reaction is...
Filmmaking
What Makes People Want To Volunteer For Nature?
This is a short storytelling video that I produced from a few clips filmed during a broll footage assignment for The Nature Conservancy of Canada near Barrie, Ontario. This particular video is an example of...
The Power of Series: Crafting Compelling Conservation Narratives
In the ever-evolving landscape of storytelling, I'm always exploring innovative ways to captivate audiences and shed light on critical issues about conservation. So often conservation organizations think about a video or film being a...
Conservation Documentaries as a Fundraising Tool For Your Organization
One of the very big benefits of having a signature documentary about your conservation organization is the film's long shelf life. Unlike 30-second videos that you post on Instagram or Facebook that fade into...
New Cinema Camera For Conservation Filmmaking Work in 2024
I couldn't be more thrilled to share with you my excitement for the upcoming year, 2024. Why, you ask? Well, it's because I've added a remarkable Blackmagic cinema camera to my filmmaking arsenal. As a...
Thank You For Another Incredible Year
I say this every year at this time: The words 'Thank you' never seem to be enough or capture how grateful I am for the support for my conservation filmmaking business. Just know this: I...
Planning a Year-Long Video Content Strategy for Conservation
So you want to embark on a year-long video content journey, huh? Well, before you dive headfirst into such an environmental visual storytelling plan, it's crucial to define the purpose of your video content...
Why Storytelling is a Catalyst for Conservation Action
Storytelling has long been recognized as a powerful tool for inspiring action, and when it comes to conservation efforts, the impact of a nature video or conservation documentary film is undeniable. The ability to weave...
Factors Influencing the Rate of Professional Filmmakers
"What is your rate?" That's probably the most common question that I get asked. As an independent professional filmmaker who has been doing this work for the past 10 years, I have a different rate than...
Why Organic Filmmaking is So Powerful
Organic filmmaking isn't for everyone or every client project. I get that. And it's sometimes a leap to get organizational buy-in to go the organic route. First, you need to have absolute trust in...