Why Conservation Organizations Won’t Be Turning To AI Video
There's so much talk these days about the emergence of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and its impact on various niches. So let me put on my hip waders and jump right into the weeds: Will...
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Why Storytelling Films, Documentaries are Essential For Bird Conservation in Canada
Stories left behind in the field aren't helping to grow and engage your supporters, donors, or funders. Sure, as a conservation filmmaker, I'm biased. But the above statement is a fact. I like to use birds...
The Role of Narrative Conservation Storytelling For Attracting Funders
When I'm filming and producing a film or video for a conservation organization it's rare that the purpose of the video is to help attract major funders. Usually, the pitch is for donations and...
Chasing Dreams: From Journalism to Conservation Filmmaking
I've been asked countless times how I became a full-time conservation filmmaker. So I thought I'd share the story of my path. Warning: It has a few twists and turns. But hey, I think...
Five Steps to Planning a Successful Conservation Documentary
Is your organization passionate about the conservation of nature? Of course it is! That's why a conservation documentary could be a great way to spread awareness and promote the change and actions your organization...
ONature Magazine features Priority Place Documentary
Exciting news! A Priority Place, a 70-minute conservation documentary filmed and produced by WorkCabin Creative for the Long Point Biosphere Region's Priority Place (Long Point Walsingfham Forest) is featured in the summer issue of...
Funding a Conservation Video or Documentary Project in Canada
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...
Filming an Insect Release in Southern Ontario
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...
Behind The Scenes Of Conservation Filmmaking Work
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 Role of a Field Biologist in Conservation Storytelling
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...