Tips For Filming Successful One-Minute Videos
Because of today's short attention spans, and the fact social media is the major player for people viewing videos, the most common length for a video tends to be one minute or less. But...
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Creating Engaging Videos: Do You Need Storyboarding?
Creating engaging environmental and conservation videos doesn't have to be a long and arduous process. Storyboarding can be a great way to map out your video, but there are also alternative methods that can...
Using Video Matters | How to Change Old Ways of Thinking in Your Organization
Let's get to the obvious point right away: In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the power of video in conservation cannot be overlooked. But you already know this. This blog post isn't about you. This blog...
New Video About Saving the Fishers Creek Forest
My newest conservation video has dropped. I filmed this one for the Long Point Basin Land Trust in September in a deep forested ravine that features a coldwater stream. The land trust has launched a...
Why Focusing a Story On The Plight of One Animal Can Be So Powerful
When you watch a wildlife documentary today there's a storytelling technique that is proven to be very effective at building an emotional connection between viewers and the cause. The technique is simple: It's all about...
How Can a Conservation Video Change Minds and Create Action?
In my bio I write that conservation is my passion. Making people care is my why. I really believe that the why is a powerful ingredient in purpose-driven video creation and production for the natural...
What Does Ethical Conservation Photography Mean?
Ethical conservation photography is a fast growing movement today. It shines a spotlight on photographers who are respecting wildlife, and turns a critical eye towards those getting photos at all costs for the sake...
NEW VIDEO: Why You Must Do Conservation Storytelling
What is conservation storytelling? And why is it now a must-have for your conservation organization today? I've produced a new video that will walk you through 10 reasons why your conservation nonprofit must be doing...
Why Talking Head Videos Are Boring
Let's dive headfirst into a topic that's as exciting as a PowerPoint presentation on the history of shoe laces: talking head videos! Talking head videos might as well be the poster child for the word...
10 Tips For Conservation Storytelling in Canada
What is conservation storytelling? And why is it now a must-have for your conservation organization today? A great story makes us relate to your conservation cause. It shows meaning and purpose in a way that...